Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme" Makes a Splash at Cannes

Cannes 2025: Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme" Premieres to Star-Studded Audience The 76th Cannes Film Festival saw the highly anticipated premiere of Wes Anderson's latest film, "The Phoenician Scheme." The event, held in Cannes, France, on May 18th, 2025, drew a large crowd and featured a star-studded cast, including Benicio Del Toro. The film, from early glimpses, appears to blend elements of suspense and dark humor, a hallmark of Anderson's distinctive style. "It's all there," says the narrator in the video, referring to the classic Wes Anderson elements of stylized visuals, perfect symmetry, and unique color palettes. The video offers a glimpse into the film's unique visual style and plot, showing scenes of tense encounters and intriguing characters. The red-carpet event itself is a testament to the film's high profile and the anticipation surrounding its release. "The Phoenician Scheme" will hit theaters on May 28th.