At the 78th Cannes Film Festival, the world premiere of Die, My Love, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson, earned a six-minute standing ovation. Directed by Lynne Ramsay, the film is based on Ariana Harwicz’s 2017 novel and is competing for the prestigious Palme d’Or.
Jennifer Lawrence plays a mother battling postpartum depression, while Pattinson plays her husband. The film portrays their unraveling marriage amid her mental health crisis. Ramsay’s emotionally powerful direction moved the crowd. Overwhelmed, she thanked the cast during the ovation, saying, “Thanks to these amazing actors… I’ll see you in a minute.”
The film’s supporting cast includes LaKeith Stanfield, Sissy Spacek, and Nick Nolte. Though it has yet to secure a U.S. distributor, industry insiders expect strong demand following its Cannes reception.
Die, My Love marks Ramsay’s first feature film in eight years. She is a Cannes regular—her debut Ratcatcher premiered in the Un Certain Regard section and won a BAFTA, while You Were Never Really Here earned Cannes awards for best screenplay and best actor.
With raw performances and a gripping story, Die, My Love has positioned itself as a strong contender at this year’s festival and is likely to generate global interest.