Elephant Boy (1937) Review: The Good, The Bad & How to Watch

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  Elephant Boy (1937) Review: The Good, The Bad & How to Watch  British Film, Adventure Venice Film Festival, 1937- 2 wins including: Best Director National Board of Review, 1937- Winner: Top Foreign Films Long before CGI could conjure up entire jungles at the click of a button, cinema had to rely on the real deal. In 1937, Robert Flaherty and Zoltan Korda teamed up to deliver Elephant Boy , an adventure film that stands as a fascinating bridge between raw documentary realism and classic Hollywood storytelling. More on Wikipedia or Mubi The Raw Magic of Elephant Boy  The movie is adapted from "Toomai of the Elephants," a short story out of Rudyard Kipling’s iconic The Jungle Book . It follows a young, spirited Indian boy who dreams of becoming a great hunter, just like his father and grandfather before him. When a massive elephant hunt is organized, Toomai sets out to prove his worth, forming an unbreakable bond with a legendary, giant elephant named Kala Nag. W...
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Bonjour, Cannes Film Festival, 2025! The Vibe on the Croisette

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Bonjour, Cannes Film Festival, 2025! The Vibe on the Croisette

Stepping onto the Croisette in mid-May, one could practically taste the anticipation in the air. The 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, running from May 13 to May 24, 2025, for the main festival, and May 13 to May 21, 2025, for the Marché du Film, promised eleven days of cinematic magic and unparalleled glamour. The Palais des Festivals, that iconic beacon of film, was buzzing with activity, its doors opening early for badge pickups and professional access.

The excitement was palpable, not least because of the esteemed presence of Juliette Binoche, the Oscar and César-winning French national treasure, who presided over the main competition jury. Her return to the Croisette, 40 years after her debut, felt like a full-circle moment, setting a tone of artistic integrity and seasoned grace. The festival's leadership clearly understood the power of such a revered figure to anchor the event. By placing a globally recognized and respected artist like Binoche at the helm of the jury, the festival immediately signaled its commitment to artistic excellence and drew significant international attention from the outset. This strategic placement of established star power at the very beginning helps to frame the entire festival, generating immense global media buzz and solidifying its reputation as the premier film event, even before the main awards are announced.

Adding to the star-studded allure, the festival kicked off with the legendary Robert De Niro receiving an Honorary Palme d'Or for Lifetime Achievement, a truly "deeply meaningful" moment, as he put it, reminding everyone that cinema truly brings people together in a world of division. And if that wasn't enough,

Tom Cruise made a high-octane return for the premiere of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, bringing his signature brand of blockbuster excitement to the Riviera. The prominent inclusion of these cinematic titans, both in ceremonial roles and with high-profile film premieres, demonstrates a deliberate choice by the festival. In an increasingly fragmented media landscape, where attention spans are short and competition for cultural relevance is fierce, the festival strategically leverages the enduring appeal of Hollywood legends and revered auteurs. This approach ensures broad appeal and extensive media coverage, effectively bridging the gap between traditional cinematic prestige and contemporary pop culture. It is a delicate balancing act, honoring the rich history of cinema while nurturing its future, and it certainly paid off in setting a vibrant, high-profile tone for Cannes 2025.

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