Fresh from checking out a host of exciting directing talent at the Young Director Award on Wednesday evening, filmmakers and industry peeps gathered on the beach outside the Palais Stephanie in Cannes for a bit of a party. The YDA Blog was on hand to document the ensuing ruckus.
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Beach Boys (and Girls) of the YDA
Arts & Sciences Joins YDA 2025 as Prime Sponsor
We’re proud to welcome Arts & Sciences as a Prime Sponsor of the Young Director More…
La Pac Returns as Prime Sponsor of YDA 2025, Championing the Future of Filmmaking
We are honored to welcome back La Pac as a Prime Sponsor of the Young More…
Simon & Paul Reaffirm Commitment to Emerging Filmmakers as YDA 2025 Prime Sponsor
We’re proud to once again welcome Simon & Paul as a Prime Sponsor of the More…
YDA Strengthens Its Global Network with Launch of Ambassadors Advisory Board
The Young Director Award has launched a new initiative to expand its global presence: the More…
Victoria Warmerdam on Academy Awards and automated security measures
With a trip to the Academy Awards on the horizon for director Victoria Warmerdam, she More…
Marion’s meteoric rise
From a Gold Screen winner at YDA 2024 to a BAFTA nomination in 2025, Marion, Joe Weiland More…
























