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Cristian Mungiu's 'Fjord' Wins Palme d'Or at 79th Cannes

festival-fair · 2026-05-24

The 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival concluded with the Palme d'Or awarded to 'Fjord', directed by Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu. The jury was presided over by Park Chan-wook. The festival took place in Cannes, France, and was covered by Le Monde.

Key facts

  • The 79th edition of the Festival de Cannes has ended.
  • The jury was presided by Park Chan-wook.
  • The Palme d'Or was awarded to 'Fjord'.
  • 'Fjord' is directed by Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu.
  • The festival took place in Cannes, France.
  • Le Monde published a video report on the closing ceremony.

Entities

Artists

  • Cristian Mungiu
  • Park Chan-wook

Institutions

  • Festival de Cannes
  • Le Monde

Locations

  • Cannes
  • France
  • Romania

Sources