Question

Which documentary film has won the 2022 Cannes Golden Eye Award for the best documentary at the 75th Cannes film festival?

• A. My imaginary country
• B. The natural history of destruction
• C. Jerry Lewisc: Trouble in mind
• D. All that breathes

Hint:

Keeping up with major international awards in film (Oscars, Cannes, Golden Globes), literature (Booker Prize), and peace (Nobel Peace Prize) is important for current affairs questions. Pay special attention to winners from your own country.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding the Question
The question asks to identify the winner of the L'Œil d'or (Golden Eye) award for the best documentary at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival.

Step 2: Recalling the Event


The 75th Cannes Film Festival was held in May 2022.

The L'Œil d'or, or Golden Eye, is the award for the best documentary presented at the festival.

The 2022 award was won by the Indian documentary \textit{All That Breathes}, directed by Shaunak Sen.

The film follows two brothers in Delhi who dedicate their lives to protecting and treating injured birds, especially the black kite.


Step 3: Evaluating the Options


(A) My imaginary country: This film was also a nominee.

(B) The natural history of destruction: This film was also a nominee.

(C) Jerry Lewisc: Trouble in mind: This is likely a typo for "Jerry Lewis: Trouble in Mind". This film was also presented at the festival.

(D) All that breathes: This was the film that won the 2022 L'Œil d'or award. It also went on to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.


Step 4: Final Answer
The documentary \textit{All That Breathes} won the Golden Eye award at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival. Therefore, option (D) is the correct answer.