Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara have come on board as executive producers of “I’m Glad You’re Dead Now,” which won Cannes Film Festival ’s short film Palme d’Or this year.

Palestinian Tawfeek Barhom directed, wrote and co-stars in the 13-minute drama, which is a co-production between Palestine, France and Greece. The film also stars Ashraf Barhom.

The story follows two brothers who return to the island of their childhood, where hidden tensions and long-buried secrets force them to confront a haunting past that binds them together.

Phoenix said, “This is a film that confronts memory, trauma, and reconciliation in a way that feels urgent and necessary today. I’m proud to be part of its future.”

Mara added, “From the moment I saw ‘I’m Glad You’re Dead Now,’ its emotional weight and

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