Russian Director Zvyagintsev Criticizes Ukraine War at Cannes, Calls for End to Conflict
Acclaimed Russian director Andrey Zvyagintsev used his platform at the Cannes Film Festival to urge President Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. During his acceptance speech for the Grand Prix award, Zvyagintsev described the situation as a 'carnage' and called for an immediate cessation of hostilities. His film, 'Minotaur,' which is set against the backdrop of Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, explores the personal and societal impacts of the war. Zvyagintsev, who now resides in France, expressed shame over Russia's actions and acknowledged the difficulty of the situation for both sides involved in the conflict. 
