Barbra Streisand Shares Challenges With Cannes On Making ‘Yentl’ In Video Message For Honorary Palme: “I Had To Make This Movie”

Anthony D'Alessandro· May 23, 2026 · 7:17 PM UTC ·3 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 41 views

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Barbra Streisand accepted the Honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival through a video message due to a knee injury. In her message, she reflected on her journey in film and the challenges she faced while making 'Yentl.' Streisand emphasized the unifying power of cinema and expressed her pride in being part of the film community.

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▪Barbra Streisand received the Honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival via a taped message.
▪She shared her experiences of being an actress who wanted to direct and the obstacles she faced in getting 'Yentl' made.
▪Streisand highlighted the importance of film in uniting people and celebrated the diverse artistry showcased at the festival.

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▪ Barbra Streisand Sends Thank You Video Message to Cannes Film Festival for Honorary Palme: ‘Merci Beaucoup and Vive La Cinema!’ — Variety

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French actress Isabelle Huppert (2L) speaks on stage as she receives on behalf of US singer and actress Barbra Streisand the Honorary Palme d'Or during the closing ceremony of the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on May 23, 2026. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP via Getty Images) In a taped acceptance message to the filled Grand Theatre Lumiere at Cannes for her honorary Palme D’Or, Barbra Streisand shared how foreign film propelled her into both an acting and directing career. Streisand was unable to make it to Cannes due to doctor’s orders over her knee injury. The festival decided to move forward her honor despite her absence.

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