Canada selects "Universal Language" for Best International Feature Film at the 97th Academy Awards.

Canada selects "Universal Language," a surreal comedy directed by Matthew Rankin, as its official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 97th Academy Awards. The film, featuring a Farsi- and French-speaking cast, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and was chosen from 26 films by a committee comprising industry organizations, guilds, filmmakers, and industry professionals. The announcement does not guarantee a nomination, but a shortlist of 15 titles will be revealed on December 17, with nominees announced on January 17. "Universal Language" will screen at the Toronto International Film Festival in September.