Cannes 2025: Wagner Moura's Triumphant Best Actor Win

Cannes 2025: Wagner Moura Wins Best Actor for 'Secret Agent' The 2025 Cannes Film Festival concluded with a triumphant win for Brazilian actor Wagner Moura, who took home the Best Actor award for his compelling performance in Kleber Mendonça Filho's "Secret Agent." The ceremony, held in Cannes, France, on May 25th, saw Moura visibly moved as he accepted the prestigious award. The video of the event, shared on social media, quickly went viral, capturing the emotional intensity of the moment. In his acceptance speech, Moura stated, "I am very honored to receive this award." The director, Kleber Mendonça Filho, in his own brief remarks, expressed his deep appreciation for the jury's decision, adding, "I was very, very lucky to have had the opportunity of working with Wagner Moura. He's not only a great actor, he's also a great person." The comments highlight the collaborative spirit and mutual respect between the director and the award-winning actor. The film, "Secret Agent," has already generated significant buzz, and this award is sure to propel it to even greater recognition. The Cannes Film Festival's choice of Moura as Best Actor underscores the festival's commitment to celebrating exceptional talent and diverse cinematic voices.