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Wes Anderson's new film, "The Phoenician Scheme," premiered at Cannes 2025, receiving a 7.5-minute standing ovation. Starring Benicio Del Toro, Mia Threapleton, and Michael Cera, the film is a comedic drama set in 1950, following a billionaire and his estranged daughter. The film's success follows Anderson's previous Cannes premieres, which also garnered significant applause. "The Phoenician Scheme" opens in select US cities on May 30th.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.