On a night dedicated to red carpet glamor it was inevitable that the lead actress would steal the spotlight, and she did – but Alicia Vikander was in good company as the 76th Cannes Film Festival celebrated the launch of Firebrand.
The actress was present on the resort town’s famous Croisette after arriving on the arm of supporting partner Michael Fassbender, and she was joined by fellow models Irina Shayk, Gigi Hadid and Naomi Campbell ahead of the film’s first official screening.
But as their presence threatened to trump the star, Alicia stole the spotlight in a flowy, sequined dress as she greeted onlookers on the French Riviera.
Elsewhere, Irina dominated the red carpet thanks to a revealing bandage top that drew attention to her famously slim physique as she greeted photographers on Sunday night.
The model added to her look with a flowy, low-slung skirt, while a striking necklace – shimmering under the spotlight – served as an extravagant centerpiece.
To ensure she claimed her share of the spotlight, Gigi Hadid, 28, opted for an elegant fishtail dress with a striking silhouette as she greeted photographers on Sunday night.
An off-the-shoulder detail drew attention to her slim physique, while the glittering diamond necklace that was her main accessory was left on full display.
Directed by Karim Aïnouz, Firebrand received its first official screening as it competes for the prestigious Palm d’Or at this year’s ceremony.
Looking good: Alicia stole the spotlight in a flowy, sequin-embellished dress as she greeted onlookers on the French Riviera
Happy couple: Actress Alicia attended the resort town’s famous Croisette and arrived on the arm of supporting partner Michael Fassbender
Firebrand, a screenplay by Jessica and Henrietta Ashworth, is based on the 2013 novel Queen’s Gambit by Elizabeth Fremantle.
It focuses on the story of Catherine Parr, the sixth and last wife of Henry VIII, who was King of England from April 22, 1509 until his death in 1547.
The project is Karim Aïnouz’s first directorial work in the English language.
Firebrand was announced at the 2021 American Film Market, with Michelle Williams being the first to star alongside Jude in the lead roles.
However, Alicia later replaced Michelle as Catherine Parr in March 2022, while Jude plays Henry VIII.
In May of the same year, Sam Riley was announced as Thomas Seymour, Eddie Marsan as Edward Seymour, Simon Russell Beale as Stephen Gardiner, and Erin Doherty as Anne Askew.
Filming for the film began in April last year and production took place at Hadden Hall in Bakewell, Derbyshire, until June.
Gigi Hadid looked nothing short of sensational as she stepped onto the red carpet at the premiere of Firebrand.
Telling the Story: A screenplay by Jessica and Henrietta Ashworth, Firebrand is based on Elizabeth Fremantle’s 2013 novel Queen’s Gambit, with the story centered on Henry VIII’s sixth and final wife, Catherine Parr, played by Alicia
Project: Firebrand was announced at the American Film Market 2021, with Michelle Williams first to star alongside Jude. However, Alicia, pictured, replaced Michelle as Catherine in March 2022, with Jude playing Henry VIII
Loved up: Alicia looked cheerful as she posed with husband Michael, who looked smart in a black dinner suit and matching bow tie
Dreamy: You could see the pair staring into each other’s eyes as they posed on the red carpet while placing their hands on each other’s lower backs
Glitterati: Alicia and Michael shared big smiles as they posed for the waiting photographers at the glamorous event on Sunday
The model, 28, showed off her stunning figure in a strapless brown dress that fell behind her as she walked.
Clinging to Gigi’s incredible curves, the garment featured a ruffled detail in the center.
She turned up the heat by adding a striking dazzling silver necklace and some coordinated earrings.
Gigi elevated her slim body in a pair of matching pointed-toe heels as she posed up a storm on the star-studded red carpet.
The American beauty styled her long blonde locks pulled over one shoulder with a side parting in luxurious waves.
The mum-of-one applied a flawless makeup palette for the evening, including a swipe of brown glossy lipstick and bronzed cheeks.
Stately: Gigi Hadid looked nothing short of sensational as she stepped onto the red carpet at the premiere of Firebrand
Fashionista: The model, 28, showed off her stunning figure in a strapless brown dress, with the garment clinging to Gigi’s incredible curves and boasting a ruffled detail in the center
Star quality: She turned up the heat by adding a bold dazzling silver necklace and some coordinated earrings
Waving to her audience: Gigi lifted her slim body in a pair of matching pointed-toe heels as she posed for a storm on the star-studded red carpet
Glamor cat: . The American beauty styled her long blonde locks pulled over one shoulder with a side parting in luxurious waves
Sheer beauty: Gigi was seen posing with her hands on her hips as she turned heads on the red carpet, after opting for a glamorous look with her makeup
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend: the model is dripping with expensive costume jewelry for the evening