A Spontaneous Chat with Spike Lee at Cannes about the Knicks and Numerology
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Spike Lee arrived at Cannes to promote his latest film, Highest 2 Lowest, featuring Denzel Washington and A$AP Rocky. In an interview, he recalled his first Cannes experience in 1986, discussing how the festival has changed over the years while maintaining its core importance in film introductions to the world. Lee expressed excitement about screening his latest work on May 19, coinciding with significant anniversaries, including Malcolm X's birthday and his previous film's premiere date, underscoring a meaningful connection to his legacy as a filmmaker.
"This is my fifth or sixth time at Cannes. The festival changes, but it's always been a great experience for me, introducing films to the world."
"I think I'm getting better as a filmmaker. I'm particularly excited to be here with Denzel Washington, especially given the significance of this premiere date."
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