Venice Film Festival

John Malkovich film and stage projects

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Latest: Mariana di Girólamo discusses role in Martin McDonagh film

Actor John Malkovich is involved in several upcoming and retrospective projects. In the stage production ‘The Music Critic’, created by Aleksey Igudesman, Malkovich performs alongside live musicians in a show that blends

Backlash and global distribution of ‘NAZA’ film

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Latest: Documentary NAZA sparks backlash in Israel over Gaza civilian casualty reporting

The award-winning documentary ‘NAZA’ has triggered intense political and military backlash in Israel following its Special Jury Prize win at the 83rd Venice Film Festival. Directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, the f

Bunker release dates announced following festival run

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Latest: Bunker film teaser released starring Javier Bardem and Penélope Cruz

Following its festival circuit appearances in Venice, Toronto, and Zurich, official release dates have been announced for Florian Zeller’s psychological thriller ‘Bunker’. The film is scheduled for an awards-qualifying r

South Korean film Possible Love international reception

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Latest: Netflix releases trailer for Lee Chang-dong’s Possible Love

The South Korean drama ‘Possible Love’, directed by Lee Chang-dong, has gained significant international recognition. The film, which follows the intersecting lives of two married couples, was selected as South Korea’s o

International festival reception of L’estranea

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Latest: Paolo Strippoli and Italian genre cinema featured at Sitges Film Festival

The Italian psychological horror-thriller ‘L’estranea’ (The Spiral), directed by Paolo Strippoli and co-written with Salvatore De Chirico, is approaching its Italian theatrical release on October 8. Distributed by 01 Dis

Debate over antisemitism, Zionism, and IDF conduct

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Latest: NAZA documentary sparks Israeli government retaliation and claims of fake counter-film data

Discussions have emerged regarding the conceptual distinction between antisemitism and anti-Zionism. Definitions suggest that antisemitism constitutes prejudice toward Jewish people based on identity, whereas Zionism is

Anna Foglietta promotes directorial debut ‘Una storia’

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Latest: Anna Foglietta to present directorial debut film in Giarre

Following its premiere in the Orizzonti section of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, Anna Foglietta is conducting a series of public appearances to present her directorial debut, ‘Una storia’. Scheduled even

Release of Ildikó Enyedi film Silent Friend

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Latest: Tony Leung stars in ‘Silent Friend’, FIPRESCI Prize winner at Venice

The film ‘Silent Friend’, directed by Ildikó Enyedi, explores the connection between humanity and nature through three interconnected narratives spanning over a century. The stories are centered around a ginkgo biloba tr

NAZA documentary release and Israeli political backlash

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Latest: Benjamin Netanyahu seeks to unmask whistleblowers in ‘NAZA’ documentary

The documentary ‘NAZA’, directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor and produced by The Guardian, has sparked intense controversy following its North American premiere at the New York Film Festival. The film, which previou

Venice Film Festival 2026: Themes, Awards, and Industry

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Latest: Danny Boyle film ‘Ink’ dramatizes Rupert Murdoch’s rise

The 83rd Venice International Film Festival, running through September 12, 2026, continues to blend high-profile glamour with significant social and industry commentary. Presided over by jury president Maggie Gyllenhaal,

Penélope Cruz film awards season and festival appearances

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Latest: Seminci 2026 announces ‘Josephine’ as Penélope Cruz attends London Film Festival

Penélope Cruz is navigating a significant awards season with multiple film projects, including ‘Black Ball’, ‘Invitation’, and ‘Shelter’. Sony Pictures Classics has indicated plans to launch a Best Actress campaign for C

Deaths of Timothy and Chris Anne Affleck

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Latest: Ben Affleck reflects on the loss of both parents

Actors Casey and Ben Affleck have publicly addressed the deaths of their parents, Timothy and Chris Anne Affleck. During the Venice Film Festival, Casey Affleck announced that his father, Timothy, passed away earlier in

Release and screenings of Marco Bechis film Ritorno a Buenos

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Latest: Cinema events announced in Tolentino and Siena

The film ‘Ritorno a Buenos Aires’, directed by Marco Bechis, premiered at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. An Italian-Chilean-Argentine co-production starring Adriano Giannini, the autobiographical drama is s

Outdoor cinema events in Italy

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Latest: Palermo's Nauto Park to host CinePark outdoor cinema series

Various locations in Italy are hosting outdoor cinema series. In Carmagnola, the Elios cinema is conducting screenings in the courtyard of the former Mendicità building as part of the ‘Cinema Revolution 2026’ initiative,

Premiere of La città dei vivi at Venice Film Festival

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Latest: La Città Dei Vivi film released in cinemas

Edoardo Gabbriellini’s film ‘La città dei vivi’ (The City of the Living) premiered in the Orizzonti competition at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Inspired by Nicola Lagioia’s novel regarding the 2016 murder

Iranian cinema at Venice International Film Festival

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Latest: Ali Asgari promotes ‘Un po' di luce’ during Italian film tour

Iranian filmmakers are being represented at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival with works addressing social and political themes. Ali Asgari’s sixth feature film, ‘Un po’ di luce’ (Kami nour / A Bit of Light),

Cultural representations of migration in Tijuana

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Latest: Tijuana hosts cultural works on migration and exile

Cultural works in Tijuana are increasingly focusing on themes of migration, exile, and identity. The film ‘Tijuana, still’ (Tijuana, Todavía), directed by Gabriel Gutiérrez Morales, was selected for the 83rd Venice Fil

83rd Venice International Film Festival programming

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Latest: Gianni Amelio and Alexis Bloom release new films in Italy

Following its presentation at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, director Gianni Amelio has begun an Italian tour to promote his film ‘Nessun dolore’. The film, which stars Alessandro Borghi, Valeria Golino, an

Production and festival premiere of Hombre al agua

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Latest: Gael García Bernal explores identity in ‘Hombre al agua’

Ricky Martin is returning to Spanish-language cinema as both an actor and executive producer in the film ‘Hombre al agua’ (Lifeguard Overboard). Directed by Gael García Bernal and co-written by Bernal and Diego Luna, the

Fashion appearances and relationship of Laila Hasanović

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Latest: Laila Hasanovic discusses relationship with Jannik Sinner

Model Laila Hasanović has made several high-profile fashion appearances. In early September, she attended the 83rd Venice Film Festival for the premiere of ‘The Basics of Philosophy’, where she wore an Armani gown. Late

Release and promotion of ‘I figli della scimmia’

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Latest: Riccardo Scamarcio wins Best Actor at Venice Film Festival

The film ‘I figli della scimmia’ (The Monkey’s Children), directed by Tommaso Landucci, was presented in the Orizzonti section of the Venice International Film Festival. At the 83rd festival, the film received awards for