Rami Malek Breaks Down During Cannes Ovation for 'The Man I Love'

May 21, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via IMDb

Rami Malek gets emotional at Cannes after an eight-minute standing ovation for Ira Sachs' gay drama The Man I Love. The moment underscores just how strongly the film is landing with audiences at the festival. Between the tears and the applause, it sounds like a seriously moving debut moment. Cannes loves a big reaction, and this one definitely delivered. Read more about this...

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