Iris Knobloch says she is “profoundly honoured” to have been re-elected as the President of the Cannes Film Festival. The Board voted unanimously for Knobloch, whose stellar achievements include championing The Artist to become the first French film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture (following its selection at Cannes).
Knobloch is one of the most influential figures in world cinema with a career that has included holding executive positions at Warner Bros. and Time Warner, in New York, LA, London and Paris.
Knobloch first took on the role of Cannes Film Festival President in July 2022. Her second term will begin in July 2025, and will cover the 2026, 2027 and 2028 editions, the Film Festival said in a media statement today.
Knobloch responded to the news with gratitude and added that she will “continue to protect the independence of the selection process, relentlessly support emerging talents, and ensure that Cannes remains a place where cinematic creativity and technological innovation intersect and enrich one another.
“I also reaffirm my commitment to ensuring that the Festival remains a space of equality and recognition for all, with a special focus on empowering women to showcase their incredible creativity.
“For nearly 80 years, the Festival de Cannes and cinema have shared a unique and enduring love story. We will strive to ensure that this exceptional institution remains a beacon for artists and films worldwide.”
Knobloch is a passionate advocate for European values and a strong supporter of both French and International filmmaking, of which she herself is a trailblazer.
This year’s Cannes Film Festival will run from Tue, May 13, 2025 to Sat, May 24, 2025.
