American actress and filmmaker Greta Gerwig is set to chair the jury of the 77th Cannes Film Festival, which will take place from May 14 to May 25, 2024. Known for her involvement in the mumblecore movement, Gerwig first gained attention in 2010 for her role as Florence Marr in Noah Baumbach’s independent drama “Greenberg”. Since her acting debut, Gerwig has showcased her multifaceted talent, actively engaging in acting, screenwriting, and directing.
Gerwig ventured into screenwriting with early works such as “Hannah Takes the Stairs” in 2007 and “Nights and Weekends” in 2008, the latter of which she co-directed. However, it wasn’t until 2018 that Gerwig truly emerged as a filmmaker, earning a Golden Globe for Best Musical or Comedy for her directorial debut “Lady Bird”. The film received widespread acclaim, earning Gerwig five Oscar nominations, including Best Director.
In 2023, Gerwig broke records with the film “Barbie”, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. The movie achieved unprecedented success, becoming the first film directed by a woman to gross over $1 billion worldwide.
As the first American woman to chair the jury of the Cannes Film Festival, Greta Gerwig continues to redefine boundaries and set new benchmarks in the film industry. This appointment adds another milestone to her illustrious career, making her the youngest person to hold this prestigious position since Sophia Loren in 1966. Furthermore, Gerwig follows in the footsteps of Olivia de Havilland, who became the first American woman to chair the Cannes jury in 1965.
