Neon Extends Cannes Run to Seven Consecutive Palme d’Or Wins With Cristian Mungiu’s ‘Fjord’
Cristian Mungiu's film 'Fjord' has won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, marking Neon’s seventh consecutive win. This achievement highlights Neon's significant impact on the festival's history, beginning with their first win in 2019. Mungiu's latest film is notable for being his first shot in English and Norwegian, showcasing his exploration of globalization and cultural divides.
- ▪Cristian Mungiu claimed his second Palme d'Or with 'Fjord' at the Cannes Film Festival.
- ▪Neon has now won the Palme d'Or for seven consecutive years, starting with 'Parasite' in 2019.
- ▪'Fjord' is Mungiu's first film shot in English and Norwegian, reflecting themes of globalization.
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Home Film Festivals May 23, 2026 1:05pm PT Neon Extends Cannes Run to Seven Consecutive Palme d’Or Wins With Cristian Mungiu’s ‘Fjord’ By Naman Ramachandran Plus Icon Naman Ramachandran Latest Nicolas Winding Refn Sets ‘Maniac Cop’ With Mubi, Goodfellas 5 hours ago Lionel Messi Fan’s Journey Anchors Indian Indie ‘Love You Messi’ as Project Boards Hong Kong EP at Cannes (EXCLUSIVE) 9 hours ago U.K.-Nigeria-Hong Kong Romantic Comedy ‘My Nigerian Fiance’ in the Works (EXCLUSIVE) 10 hours ago See All Cannes Film Festival Cristian Mungiu claimed his second Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday night, as “Fjord” brought Neon its seventh consecutive top prize from the Croisette. The win extends a run for the U.S. distributor that has reshaped the modern Cannes record books.
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