“Sanguine” Premieres at Midnight Screening During 79th Cannes Film Festival

CANNES, FRANCE — The highly anticipated French body horror film Sanguine (internationally titled Species) received a glamorous midnight screening at the prestigious 79th Cannes Film Festival on May 14, 2026. The premiere marked a significant moment for the festival’s Out of Competition Midnight Screenings lineup, drawing an enthusiastic international audience and global media attention.

Directed by Marion Le Corroller, Sanguine is her debut feature film. The narrative follows Margot, a young intern navigating the grueling and highly competitive environment of an emergency room. As she encounters multiple patients her own age presenting unusual symptoms, Margot begins to experience disturbing physical changes herself, blending the high-stakes tension of medical drama with visceral body horror elements .

The red carpet was a star-studded affair, highlighting the film’s impressive ensemble cast of rising French talent and established stars. Notable attendees who gathered for the late-night premiere included Mara Taquin, Karin Viard, Kim Higelin, Sami Outalbali, and Sonia Faidi. The cast and crew celebrated the film’s debut, adding to the palpable excitement that characterizes the Cannes Film Festival’s renowned midnight slots.

Produced by Windy Production and Trésor Films, with international sales handled by WTFilms, Sanguine has already generated significant buzz within the industry. The film’s inclusion in the Official Selection underscores the festival’s commitment to showcasing innovative and boundary-pushing genre cinema.

The screening of Sanguine contributed to a vibrant atmosphere at this year’s festival, which runs from May 12 to May 23, 2026. As cast members and industry guests celebrated the successful debut, Sanguine solidified its position as one of the standout genre entries at the 79th Cannes Film Festival.