Laszlo Nemes' 'Moulin' Premieres at Cannes 2026, Focuses on Jean Moulin's Torture

At the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, Hungarian director Laszlo Nemes premiered his new film 'Moulin', which centers on the interrogation and torture of French Resistance hero Jean Moulin by Nazi officer Klaus Barbie. The film employs an immersive, close-up technique that has sparked debate about its ethical and aesthetic approach. Nemes, known for his Oscar-winning 'Son of Saul', continues his exploration of historical trauma through a confined, visceral perspective. The film's tight focus on the face-to-face encounter between Moulin and Barbie raises questions about representation and the limits of cinematic empathy. The premiere took place on May 17, 2026, at the festival in Cannes, France.