1989 Cannes Film Festival
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The 42nd Cannes Film Festival was held from 11 to 23 May 1989. The Palme d'Or went to Sex, Lies, and Videotape by Steven Soderbergh.
Official poster of the 42nd Cannes Film Festival, featuring an original illustration by Ludovic.
Wim Wenders, Jury President of the Main competition
Steven Soderbergh, Palme d'Or winner
Steven Soderbergh
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Steven Andrew Soderbergh is an American film director, producer, screenwriter, cinematographer, and editor. A pioneer of modern independent cinema, Soderbergh later drew acclaim for formally inventive films made within the studio system.
Soderbergh in 2009
Soderbergh supported director Christopher Nolan (pictured) in his transition from independent to studio filmmaking.
Soderbergh (second from left) with cast and crew of Behind the Candelabra at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival
Soderbergh at the Deauville American Film Festival in 2014