Peter Jackson Receives Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony: A Unique Musical Collaboration with Oklou and Theodora
The Cannes Film Festival kicked off today with its opening ceremony, where filmmaker Peter Jackson received the Honorary Palme d’Or. During the ceremony, Jackson joined Oklou and Theodora on stage for a performance of "Get Back," the title track of his acclaimed 2021 Beatles documentary. Oklou, known for her 2025 album Choke Enough, and Theodora, a rising French-Congolese artist, delivered a unique rendition of the song, blending stripped-down acoustic elements with electronic sounds. The performance was accompanied by a cool deadpan vibe and '70s-style light show, creating a captivating visual and auditory experience. Despite occasional distractions from shots of Jackson and host Eye Haïdara on the side of the stage, the overall charm of the event shone through. Check out the performance for yourself to witness this intriguing musical collaboration.