La Vénus électrique

"La Vénus électrique" is the upcoming film by French director Pierre Salvadori, set to open the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in May 2026. Starring Pio Marmaï and Anaïs Demoustier, the film is a period piece set in early 20th century Paris. The narrative follows a painter struggling with inspiration after the death of his partner. The film is newsworthy as it has been selected as the opening film for the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, generating early buzz and anticipation for the event. The festival organizers have begun announcing key details, including the opening film and the jury president (Park Chan-wook), ahead of the full program reveal in April. The selection of "La Vénus électrique" highlights the festival's continued commitment to showcasing French cinema and supporting established directors like Salvadori.