Cannes 2025: Julia Ducournau's 'Alpha' Generates Buzz with Star-Studded Cast and Intriguing Plot

Cannes 2025: Julia Ducournau's 'Alpha' Premieres with Star-Studded Cast The 2025 Cannes Film Festival saw the premiere of French director Julia Ducournau's highly anticipated new film, Alpha. The movie, which is in competition for the Palme d'Or, boasts a stellar cast, including Golshifteh Farahani and Tahar Rahim. The film's plot centers on a young girl growing up in Normandy during the 1980s, who becomes the subject of rumors surrounding a mysterious illness. Ducournau, who previously won the Palme d'Or in 2021 for her film 'Titane', returns to Cannes with a film that promises a continuation of her distinctive style, exploring themes of the body and the monstrous. The presence of such a well-known director and a compelling storyline makes Alpha a significant event at this year's festival. "Alpha is a more personal film, but still true to her style," shared a source close to the production, hinting at the film's unique approach. The buzz surrounding Alpha at Cannes suggests a promising future for this intriguing new work.