Daryl Dixon Takes Center Stage at Canneseries
Norman Reedus, widely known for his role as Daryl Dixon in the acclaimed series The Walking Dead, has officially been appointed as the president of the jury for the upcoming Canneseries festival. This prestigious event, dedicated to celebrating exceptional new television programming from around the world, is poised to showcase an impressive lineup of international talent.
Meet the Jury Members
Joining Reedus in the jury are a distinguished group of industry professionals, including:
- Soo Hugh – Renowned showrunner of Pachinko
- Jeff Russo – Acclaimed composer known for his work on Fargo and Ripley
- Lola Dueñas – Spanish actress celebrated for her role in The Sea Inside
- Louise Bourgoin – French actress from The Extraordinary Adventures of Adèle Blanc-Sec
- César Domboy – Notable French actor from Outlander and The Walk
Diverse and Exciting Lineup
The festival’s competition lineup, recently unveiled, presents a broad spectrum of genres and storytelling styles. Highlights include:
- A Better Man – A psychological drama from NHK, blending Norwegian and Lithuanian influences.
- Dead End – A Belgian crime comedy thriller that promises to engage audiences with its unique narrative.
- L/Over – A gripping Finnish drama-thriller.
- Malditos – A southern-French drama from Max.
- How to Kill Your Sister – A Belgian-German road trip dramedy that adds a lighthearted touch.
- Nepobaby – A corporate family drama from Norway’s TV2.
- Reykjavik Fusion – An Icelandic gourmet thriller.
- S Line – A thought-provoking sci-fi entry from South Korea.
Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity
The Canneseries festival has reiterated its steadfast dedication to promoting boldness, diversity, and inclusion within the entertainment industry. In a recent statement, the festival highlighted that, despite challenges faced by current governmental efforts against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, its commitment remains unwavering. Canneseries positions itself as a modern festival that values every voice, asserting that diversity is not merely a trend, but an essential aspect of storytelling.
Exciting Premieres Beyond Competition
In addition to the competition, Canneseries will host several highly anticipated premieres, including:
- The world premiere of The Walking Dead: Dead City Season 2.
- The international premiere of the Max thriller Duster.
- The French premiere of The Agency, a collaboration between Paramount+ and Showtime.
- An epic French-Italian period drama, The Count of Monte Cristo, produced by RAI and France Télévisions.
Save the Date
Mark your calendars! The Canneseries festival will take place from April 24 to 29, 2025.