'This is beyond the Oscar': John Travolta wins surprise Cannes honorary Palme d'Or
Summary
John Travolta received a surprise honorary Palme d'Or award at the Cannes Film Festival while premiering his first movie as a director, called Propeller One-Way Night Coach. He said the award was a very special moment, even more meaningful than his past Oscar nominations.Key Facts
- John Travolta was given an honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes, which is like a lifetime achievement award.
- The award was unexpected, and Travolta expressed strong emotions during the ceremony.
- Travolta’s new movie, Propeller One-Way Night Coach, premiered at the festival and will later be available on Apple TV.
- The film is based on his own 1997 children’s book, and he wrote, directed, co-produced, and acted in it.
- Travolta’s daughter, Ella Bleu Travolta, also stars in the movie.
- Cannes is also giving honorary Palme d'Or awards this year to director Peter Jackson and singer Barbra Streisand.
- Previous surprise honorary Palme d'Or winners include Denzel Washington (2023) and Tom Cruise (2022).
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