The film – which marks Salvadori’s 11th feature — will also open in movie theaters across France on the same day.

“Cannes celebrates everything I love about cinema,” Salvadori said. “Direction, boldness, freedom, and filmmakers. Cannes discovers them, supports them, and celebrates them. In its own way, my film embodies all the faith and love I have for my craft,” he continued.

The starry French cast is led by Pio Marmaï (“The Divide”), Anaïs Demoustier (“The Count of Monte Cristo”) and Gilles Lellouche (who last directed “Beating Hearts”). Vimala Pons and Gustave Kervern complete the cast. It’s produced by Philippe Martin at Les Films Pelléas (“Anatomy of a Fall”).

“La Vénus électrique” follows “Leave One Day,” Amélie Bonnin’s first feature film, which opened last year’s edition.

The jury will be presided over by celebrated South Korean director, screenwriter and producer Park Chan-wook, who will succeed Juliette Binoche.