
Jane Schoenbrun’s Teenager Sex and Death at Camp Miasma premiered in Un Certain Regard and earned a six-minute standing ovation for its gonzo, queer slasher energy. That response added a vivid genre note to an otherwise auteur-heavy Cannes lineup. Mungiu’s Fjord, which prompted an even longer audience ovation and emotional reactions, underscores the festival’s range—from provocative horror to intense, sobering family drama—and the strong engagement both types of films are receiving.
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