Clio Barnard’s film “I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning” wins the People’s Choice Audience Award at Cannes’ parallel Directors’ Fortnight section, according to Variety and Deadline. The award is described in both reports as the section’s top prize for the UK filmmaker represented at Directors’ Fortnight. The film stars Anthony Boyle, Joe Cole, Jay Lycurgo, Daryl McCormack and Lola Petticrew. Deadline adds that the movie is adapted from a book by Keiran Goddard, while both sources identify the film title and its connection to Barnard. The films’ story is described as following childhood friends Patrick, Shiv, Rian, Oli and others, who navigate their lives over time. With the People’s Choice win, the film receives an audience-driven honor within Directors’ Fortnight. The reports present the outcome as part of Cannes’ broader lineup, highlighting the parallel section’s role in recognizing filmmakers and audience favorites.