“Nouvelle Vague Dominates 2026 Film Race”
Richard Linklater’s film, “Nouvelle Vague,” is poised to dominate the 2026 film race, particularly at the César Awards. This black-and-white homage to the French New Wave has garnered an impressive ten nominations, establishing it as a strong contender.
Major Nominations for “Nouvelle Vague”
The film has been nominated for several prestigious categories, including:
- Best Film
- Best Director: Richard Linklater
- Best Original Screenplay
- Best Cinematography
- Best Editing
- Best Sound
- Best Original Score
- Best Costume Design
- Best Production Design
- Best Male Newcomer for Guillaume Marbeck
First unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival, “Nouvelle Vague” has already secured accolades at the Lumière Awards, enhancing its reputation in French cinema.
Competition at the César Awards
While “Nouvelle Vague” leads the nominations, other films are also strong competitors. Key contenders include:
- L’attachement by Carine Tardieu – 8 nominations
- Case 137 by Dominik Moll – 8 nominations
- The Great Arch by Stéphane Demoustier – 8 nominations
- The Little Sister by Hafsia Herzi – 7 nominations
- The Richest Woman in the World by Thierry Kliffa – 6 nominations
Among these, “L’attachement” has received notable praise and nominations for both its direction and performances.
Highlights from the Best Director Category
This year’s Best Director category showcases talent from both established and emerging filmmakers:
- Carine Tardieu for “L’attachement”
- Dominik Moll for “Case 137”
- Stéphane Demoustier for “The Great Arch”
- Richard Linklater for “Nouvelle Vague”
- Hafsia Herzi for “The Little Sister”
Race for the Best Actress and Actor Awards
The Best Actress nominations feature seasoned performers like Isabelle Huppert for “The Richest Woman in the World” and Valeria Bruni Tedeschi for “L’attachement”. In the Best Actor category, Claes Bang stands out for his role in “The Great Arch.” Other notable nominees include:
- Laurent Lafitte for “The Richest Woman in the World”
- Bastien Bouillon for “Leave One Day”
- Pio Marmaï for “L’attachement”
- Benjamin Voisin for “The Stranger”
2026 César Awards Ceremony
The César Awards ceremony is set for February 26, 2026, at the Olympia theater in Paris. French actress Camille Cottin will host the event, while Jim Carrey will receive an honorary César Award, following Julia Roberts’ previous recognition.
Final Thoughts
“Nouvelle Vague” is making a significant impact this awards season. With its impressive nominations and celebration of French cinematic history, it encapsulates the essence of the New Wave movement. As the César Awards approach, anticipation continues to build for the film and its talented cast and crew.
