India, May 18 -- Heading in to Cannes, James Gray's Paper Tiger was being considered as one of the picks for 2026's Palme d'Or. Now, the Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver has emerged as a major Oscars contender after receiving rave reviews and a standing ovation at this year's edition of the Cannes Film Festival.

Critical Reception

According to multiple reports, Paper Tiger received a rapturous 10 minute standing ovation at the Palais des Festivals of Cannes Film Festival 2026. Following the premiere, multiple critics, who were spellbound by the film shared glowing reviews of the film.

Stephanie Zacharek of TIME magazine described it as 'an old school thriller in the best way' and "quietly operatic in its intensity". The Hollywood Rep...