‘The Kingdom’ Cannes First Look: A Teen Comes of Age in a Crime-Filled Corsica

Published: May 20 2024

Julien Colonna's entry in the Un Certain Regard section shines brightly with Ghjuvanna Benedetti's powerful debut performance as a teenage girl reuniting with her estranged crime lord father in Corsica, 1995. Prepare to be immersed in an exclusive clip that captivates the essence of this remarkable film.

‘The Kingdom’ Cannes First Look: A Teen Comes of Age in a Crime-Filled Corsica 1

The Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival always promises a thrilling journey of discovery, revealing fresh and daring cinematic works from emerging and budding filmmakers. These films compete fiercely for the prestigious Camera d’Or, the equivalent of the Palme d’Or in this vibrant category. So, if you're seeking something unique and captivating beyond the glitz and glamour of the main competition at Cannes this year, Julien Colonna's offering in the Un Certain Regard is an absolute must-watch.

It's a profound and intense coming-of-age tale that delves into the complexities of adolescence within a criminal family. Although this might not be the family she dreams of reuniting with, she's forced to confront them during one fateful summer in Corsica, 1995. Below, let yourself be transported by an exclusive clip from the film, brought to you exclusively by IndieWire.

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