Documentary 'Gabin' Captures Decade-Long Bond Between Boy and Filmmaker at Cannes 2026

The documentary 'Gabin', a highlight of the Quinzaine des Cinéastes at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, chronicles ten years of friendship between a young boy from northern France and a filmmaker. The film follows Gabin as he discovers his path between his father, a butcher, and his mother, a livestock farmer. The project, shot over a decade, offers an intimate portrait of rural life and family dynamics. It was selected as a Directors' Fortnight favorite, underscoring the festival's commitment to personal, long-form storytelling.