Robert De Niro and Jenna Ortega are slated to star in David O. Russell's upcoming film, 'Shutout' [4, 7]. The film is generating considerable buzz as it heads to the Cannes Film Market, which will take place from May 13 to 21, 2025 [3, 7, 8].
In 'Shutout,' Ortega will portray Mia, a young, exceptionally talented pool player, while De Niro will play Jake Kejeune, a seasoned pool hustler [4, 7, 14]. The film will explore their journey through the high-stakes world of professional pool, delving into themes of mentorship and ambition [4, 7].
The screenplay for 'Shutout' is written by Alejandro Adams [4, 7]. Furthermore, De Niro is set to receive an honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival on May 13, 2025 [5, 6, 9, 10, 12]. Following the ceremony, on May 14, he will conduct a masterclass [5, 6]. The 78th annual Cannes Film Festival will be held from May 13 to 24, 2025 [2, 15].