Radu Jude Makes French-Language Debut with Cannes Premiere of 'Diary of a Chambermaid'
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Christopher Vourlias
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Summary
Romanian filmmaker Radu Jude, known for his prolific output, makes his French-language debut and first Cannes appearance with "Diary of a Chambermaid," a caustic yet heartfelt adaptation/variation on the scandalous turn-of-the-20th-century French novel. The film premiered in Directors' Fortnight, marking another milestone in Jude's staggeringly productive career after competing at both Berlin and Locarno in the previous year.
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· 3 pulledAt this point in his staggeringly productive career, Jude could likely pad out an impressive resume with just his recent accolades alone.
The tireless and tirelessly inventive director managed to one-up himself, not only making his French-language debut but his first appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.
Radu Jude on Adapting French Classic 'Diary of a Chambermaid'
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