Cannes Jury Defends Ties: Love and Tenderness Won

The Cannes jury, under the direction of Jury President Park Chan-wook, has addressed the multiple ties awarded across various categories. Park stated that decisions were made because both filmmakers in shared categories delivered exceptional work, making it impossible to differentiate.

Jury member Chloe Zhao elaborated on the emotional reasoning, explaining that the jury "fell in love" with the tenderness and human relationships portrayed in the films. This profound connection influenced the decisions, particularly in the Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress awards.

The jury acknowledged the difficulty in making choices but ultimately stood by their selections, emphasizing the emotional impact of the chosen films and performances. The conference aimed to provide insight into the jury's deliberation process.