Kevin Smith’s Dogma Set to Shine Again at Cannes 2025

Praise be to Buddy Christ! The cult classic that sparked conversations—and perhaps a few heated debates—across the cinematic landscape is making its triumphant return. Kevin Smith’s Dogma, a razor-sharp religious satire, will grace the screens of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival as an official selection in the Cannes Classics section. The beloved film is scheduled for a showing on May 22 at the iconic Palais des Festivals.

Originally screening out of competition at Cannes in 1999, Dogma became an instant talking point, blending humor with heresy in a way only Smith could manage. Its upcoming screening is part of the film’s ongoing Resurrection Tour, which kicked off on Easter Sunday in Los Angeles. Remarkably, the entire 20-city endeavor sold out within the first 24 hours, prompting additional screenings to satisfy the ravenous audiences clamoring for the return of this audacious work.

“This is beyond divine,” Smith remarked in a statement. “Sold out screenings, standing ovations, and now Cannes? To see Dogma honored as a Cannes Classic is a true blessing. We made this movie with humor, heresy, and a hell of a lot of heart. And somehow, it’s still finding new audiences 25 years later. That’s a miracle in my book.”

Starring a powerhouse ensemble including Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Linda Fiorentino, Salma Hayek, and Chris Rock, Dogma has been remastered in stunning 4K for this anniversary tour. The film’s sharp wit and clever commentary continue to resonate, proving that sometimes the most provocative ideas never really go out of style.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there. Smith hinted at a potential sequel to Dogma, which could reunite Affleck and Damon on screen once more. For fans, this tantalizing prospect adds another layer to what is already a remarkable resurgence for one of Smith’s most iconic works.

As fans eagerly await the screening, the anticipation is palpable. With Dogma throwing down the gauntlet in its inimitable style, the 2025 Cannes Film Festival is shaping up to be the perfect venue for this timely reflection on faith, freedom, and the often absurd nature of belief.

So mark your calendars—Cannes might just be the best place to rediscover why Dogma remains a seminal piece of American cinema, still sparking discussions and laughs a quarter-century later. Check out the (very funny) trailer for the re-release below and prepare for a cinematic experience that promises to be nothing short of miraculous.

Written by 92.9 The Torch