Youth Jury

Gilles de Maistre
Chairman

Gilles de Maistre, filmmaker, producer and journalist, born in 1960, is an emblematic figure of socially-aware cinema. His early career in journalism after his studies in philosophy led him to produce harrowing reports on humanitarian crises across the
world, earning him early recognition with the Albert-
London Award in 1990 for his documentary J’ai 12 ans et je fais la guerre. The creation of Tetra Media in 1990, followed by Mai Juin Productions in 2004, marked the beginning of his foray into documentary and film production, combining artistic sensibility with social commitment. Among her most famous works, Mia et le Lion Blanc (2018) stands out for its international reach and its message in favor of animal protection. This follows on from projects such as Le Loup et le Lion (2021) and the much-anticipated Le Dernier Jaguar (2024), which tackle crucial ecological themes such as deforestation and animal trafficking. In parallel, de Maistre explores new narratives with Moon the Panda, co-produced with Gaumont, promising a new cinematic adventure that combines awareness and entertainment.

Margaux Moreno

With a degree in Marketing and Communication, Margaux Moreno has had a passion for computers and video editing since childhood, a passion which today takes concrete form in the creation of promotional films for Cannes town hall, more
precisely at the Faculté des Métiers. Margaux is also involved in the transcription of Braille books, and has had a passion for
Braille since she was 14. Involved in various associations, she works for inclusion and disability awareness, notably through Osons la différence, the Festival Entr’2 Marche, and other inclusive initiatives such as Happy Hand & Le château des Salles, the Hervé Gourdel Association, and the Toques Blanches. Margaux is also a volunteer at the René Labreuille center, dedicated to people with disabilities, where she organizes a variety of activities. Her career illustrates a sustained commitment to solidarity and social inclusion.

Théo Morancé

Théo Morancé is a promising 18-year-old director, already recognized in the film world for his talent and creativity. Since the beginning of the year, Théo has made three short films, each demonstrating his ability to capture captivating and moving stories. His talent has not gone unnoticed, as one of his films was screened at the prestigious CanneSéries festival, an event that celebrates new voices and visions in the film industry. In addition to his passion for filmmaking, Théo is actively involved in promoting cinema in his community. He is an ambassador for the Cinéplanet d’Antibeswhere he works to raise public awareness, especially among young people, of the importance and beauty of cinema.

Stéphanie Andel

I’m a senior at the Lycée Carnot in Cannes and I’m passionate about art. Thanks to my choice of the Histoire des Arts specialization, I’ve had the opportunity to acquire greater knowledge in the cultural and artistic field, as well as to collaborate with well-known artists, such as when I created a writing workshop for author Christelle Dabos. I’m also a member of the school’s board of directors, representing the eco-delegates. As such, I’m in charge of reporting on the eco-responsibility awareness campaigns organized by the school among students, as well as informing them about the various collections donated to various associations. My aim is to encourage my fellow students to get involved in the environmental cause.

Yann Urbon

“Sublimating reality to accompany individual and collective transformations.” If there were only one to choose from, it would be his main mission.
Yann URBON is a committed agent of change, passionate about exploring the mind and creating impactful projects. Driven by the desire and need to act, he is behind several high school initiatives. To make young people’s messages and commitments heard, he joined Génération d’Avenir, a think-tank that has taken him to the European Parliament and the French National Assembly. He is also involved with Youth for Climate, Alternatiba and the Colibris movement. Yann now concentrates most of his activity in his Hypnosis practice based near Paris, where he is nicknamed the Consciousness Hacker. He has befriended FIFES and its founders for the vision and values they share. Founder of [Hypnoscopia], he sets the tone by wanting to “Change stories to change History.”