James Gray's 'Paper Tiger' Receives Enthusiastic Reception at Cannes
James Gray's 'Paper Tiger' gets 10-minute standing ovation at Cannes premiere

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James Gray's new film 'Paper Tiger' premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, receiving a remarkable 10-minute standing ovation. The film stars Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, and Miles Teller, and follows two brothers entangled in a perilous Russian mafia plot. Gray expressed deep gratitude to the audience for their support of cinema.
- 01The film features a star-studded cast including Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, and Miles Teller.
- 02James Gray humorously encouraged the audience to extend their applause during the screening.
- 03This marks Gray's sixth film to premiere at Cannes, following his 2022 film 'Armageddon Time', which received a five-minute standing ovation.
- 04The official synopsis describes 'Paper Tiger' as a story about two brothers pursuing the American Dream while facing a dangerous mafia scheme.
- 05US distribution rights for 'Paper Tiger' were acquired by NEON, known for its recent success at Cannes.
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At the Cannes Film Festival on May 17, filmmaker James Gray received a heartfelt 10-minute standing ovation for his latest film, 'Paper Tiger', at the Grand Theatre Lumiere. The applause was led by notable figures such as Cate Blanchett and Julianne Moore, highlighting the film's significant reception. Gray, visibly emotional, thanked the audience for their support, emphasizing the vital role of cinema during these times. He humorously noted the changes in his appearance, stating, “There’s much more gray now in the beard, not just the name.” 'Paper Tiger' stars Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, and Miles Teller, and tells the story of two brothers who become ensnared in a dangerous Russian mafia plot while chasing the American Dream. Although Johansson was absent from the premiere, both Driver and Teller were present. This film marks Gray's sixth appearance at Cannes, where he has previously showcased works like 'The Immigrant' and 'Armageddon Time'. Despite his critical acclaim, Gray has yet to win a prize at the festival.
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