Venice Film Festival 2026 Highlights Italian Lineup as Hollywood Presence Shrinks

The 83rd Venice International Film Festival runs from 2 to 12 September, showcasing more than 15 Italian titles across competition, out‑of‑competition and various sections. Notable entries include Nanni Moretti’s "Succederà questa notte" starring Louis Garrel and Jasmine Trinca, and Edoardo De Angelis’s "Il fuoco che ti porti dentro". Festival director Alberto Barbera cited the event’s historic role in reviving Italian cinema and contrasted it with Cannes, noting the shift toward home‑grown talent.

Industry observers point to an almost total absence of major Hollywood productions, with only a single U.S. film present. This programming change signals a broader move away from the long‑standing partnership between Hollywood studios and European festivals, emphasizing international and Italian filmmakers instead of big‑budget American titles.