France has chosen "Minotaure" to be its submission for the best international feature film category at the 2027 Academy Awards, according to franceinfo. The selection was announced on September 17, 2026.
The film is directed by Andrei Zvyagintsev, and the French national film board, the CNC, confirmed the pick on its website. The choice drew attention because the movie is Russian, a point highlighted by 20 Minutes in its coverage of the decision.
Several French outlets examined the selection. L'Éclaireur Fnac published a review weighing the film's merits, while Yahoo Style France offered readers a short guide to the movie. The breadth of coverage reflects the interest the announcement generated in France.
The Academy's best international feature category allows each country to submit one film, and France's selection now moves into the awards process ahead of the 2027 ceremony. Submissions from other countries will compete alongside it.
What to watch next: whether "Minotaure" advances through the Academy's shortlist and nomination stages as the 2027 Oscars approach.