Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme Earns Standing Ovation at Cannes 2025:

Suspense crime, Digital Desk : The Cannes Film Festival was lit by the stunning debut of Wes Anderson’s latest film, The Phoenician Scheme, in 2025. Critics seemed to be left with positive impressions of the film during an astounding 6 minute and 30 second ovation given to the film, which left leading actress Mia Threapleton teared-up at the sight of the curtain call during the heart-wrenching first showing of the film.

Wes Anderson’s Thank You Speech

In his customary bland yet sophisticated approach, Anderson relayed a quick but touching remark underscoring the people that worked with him:

“That’s about a dozen if you add: Richard Ayoade, Riz, Alexandre, Michael, Mia, Jeffrey, Rupert, Benedict, God, and Benicio del Toro.”

Plot Overview: The Phoenician Scheme

Featuring Zssa Zsa Korda, a model European businessman played by Benicio del Toro, The Phoenician Scheme follows a stunning plotline that turns the world upside down when his daughter Sister Liesel opts for a path of religous fervor. Her tutor, Bjorn Lund, sets the stage for even further exploration of this convoluted family structure.

Mia Threapleton

Mathieu Amalric

Richard Ayoade

Riz Ahmed

Rupert Friend

Jeffrey Wright

Benicio del Toro

Bryan Cranston

Tom Hanks

Hope Davis

Scarlett Johanson

Benedict Cumberpatch

Anderson's most recent feature, The Phoenician Scheme, had its international premiere at Cannes. This is the award show’s fourth time showing his work; prior films include Moonrise Kingdom (2012) and Asteroid City (2023).

Available For Viewing In Theaters- May 30, 2025

Limited Availability Until- June 6, 2025