Léa Seydoux & Catherine Deneuve: Cannes Film Festival 2024

Seydoux and Deneuve to Star in Kreutzer’s Gentle Monster: A Cannes Competition Highlight

Austrian director Marie Kreutzer, acclaimed for Corsage, will present Gentle Monster in the official competition at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The drama centers on marital secrets and stars Léa Seydoux and Catherine Deneuve, marking the first time the two iconic actresses will share the screen.

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A Story of Secrets and Suspicion

Gentle Monster follows Lucy, a renowned pianist living with her husband and son near Munich. Their peaceful life is shattered when police raid their home and seize her husband’s computers, prompting Lucy to question everything she thought she knew about the man she loves. The film explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the lengths one will go to protect—or distance themselves from—a partner.

Alongside Seydoux, Jella Haase will portray Elsa Kühn, an investigator grappling with professional demands and a father’s declining health. Catherine Deneuve will appear as Eloise, a character whose role remains undisclosed.

Kreutzer Returns to Cannes After Corsage Success

Kreutzer’s previous film, Corsage, garnered significant attention at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, winning Vicky Krieps the award for Best Performance in the Un Certain Regard section. Gentle Monster represents a highly anticipated return for the director to the prestigious competition.

Double Duty for Léa Seydoux at Cannes 2026

Léa Seydoux has a busy schedule at Cannes 2026, also starring in Arthur Harari’s L’Inconnue, which is also in competition. This dual presence underscores Seydoux’s position as a leading figure in contemporary French cinema.

Catherine Deneuve will also be featured in Asghar Farhadi’s Histoires parallèles, alongside Isabelle Huppert.

FAQ

What is Gentle Monster about?

Gentle Monster is a drama exploring marital secrets and the consequences of uncovering hidden truths, starring Léa Seydoux and Catherine Deneuve.

Who directed Gentle Monster?

Marie Kreutzer, the director of Corsage, directed Gentle Monster.

Where will Gentle Monster premiere?

Gentle Monster will premiere in the official competition at the Cannes Film Festival 2026.

Will Léa Seydoux have multiple films at Cannes 2026?

Yes, Léa Seydoux will also star in L’Inconnue, which is also in competition at Cannes 2026.