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Venice Film Festival turns to politics as Hollywood faces ‘a huge crisis’

Reviewing a record 4,500 entries, organizers found filmmakers turning increasingly toward global issues like war, migration, climate change, and democratic strain

The Independent UK · Sep 1

George Clooney's long love affair with Venice enters a new chapter

George Clooney has become a staple at the Venice Film Festival over nearly three decades

The Independent UK · Sep 1

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Venice Film Festival

Some of Hollywood's biggest stars are heading to Italy for the 83rd Venice Film Festival, starting Wednesday

The Independent UK · Aug 31

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Nicola Peltz to receive 'rising star' honour during Venice Film Festival despite 20-year acting career

The 31-year-old who is married to Brooklyn Beckham, is being honoured alongside veteran actor Faye Dunaway

Evening Standard · Aug 29

In Venice, it’s not politics as usual as film-makers aim to recapture our attention

As social media shrinks and distorts the EU’s crises, the Venice film festival is delivering politically forthright epics from directors such as Sergei Loznitsa and Alex Gibney

The Guardian - UK · Aug 12

Who Is Chris Hansen? Quick Facts as Robert Pattinson Becomes 'To Catch a Predator' Host in A24 Film

Robert Pattinson stars as Chris Hansen in A24's 'Primetime', exploring the controversial 'To Catch a Predator' series. Directed by Lance Oppenheim, the film premieres at the Venice Film Festival

International Business Times UK · Aug 7

Dakota Johnson Goes Completely 'Unrecognisable' as Marilyn Monroe in Maggie Gyllenhaal's Flesh Impact

Dakota Johnson stars as Marilyn Monroe in Maggie Gyllenhaal's short film 'Flesh Impact', exploring alternate paths for the Hollywood icon. The film premieres at the Venice Film Festival

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

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Murdoch and Musk in the crosshairs at Venice film festival

Danny Boyle’s drama about the acquisition of the Sun and a four-hour Elon Musk documentary will premiere alongside new films from Martin McDonagh and Werner Herzog – but only one female director has a movie in competition

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23

A 4-hour Elon Musk documentary and a dark CIA comedy lead Venice Film Festival lineup

The Venice Film Festival's lineup includes a four-hour documentary about Elon Musk and Martin McDonagh's dark CIA comedy

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Venice Film Festival backs auteurs: Herzog, Kore-eda, McDonagh and Moretti's return

The Venice Film Festival unveils the line-up for its 83rd edition: five Italian films in competition, Nanni Moretti returns, top directors and a galaxy of stars on the red carpet

Euronews · Jul 23

Danny Boyle’s upcoming Rupert Murdoch biopic to premiere at Venice Film Festival

The biographical drama stars Guy Pearce as the Australian media mogul and Jack O’Connell as news editor Larry Lamb.

Evening Standard · Jul 16

Danny Boyle’s Rupert Murdoch movie ‘Ink’ to open Venice Film Festival

Danny Boyle’s new film about Rupert Murdoch and Larry Lamb is set to open the Venice International Film Festival

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Adele's Debut Film 'Cry to Heaven' Rumoured for Venice Film Festival After Luxury Italy Yacht Outing With Tom Ford

Adele's appearance with director Tom Ford on a yacht in Sardinia has sparked speculation about her acting debut, 'Cry to Heaven', potentially premiering at the Venice Film Festival.

International Business Times UK · Jul 14

George Clooney to receive Venice Film Festival Golden Lion

George Clooney will receive the Golden Lion for lifetime achievement at the Venice Film Festival.

BANG Premier · Jul 6

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The Independent UK · Jul 6

George Clooney to be honoured with Golden Lion lifetime award at Venice Film Festival

‘It probably means I’m old, but I’ll take it,’ joked the Hollywood star on news he was set to receive the award

Euronews · Jul 6

Venice Film Festival to honour George Clooney with Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement

US actor, director and producer George Clooney is to receive the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the upcoming Venice International Film Festival (2-12 September).

Euronews · Apr 23

Maggie Gyllenhaal named Venice Film Festival jury president for 2026 edition

“Venice has always supported truthful, singular voices, and I am honored to play a part in continuing that brave and necessary tradition," said Gyllenhaal.

International Business Times UK · Apr 20

Nicole Kidman Heartbreak: Babygirl Star Recalls the Tragic Night She Lost Her Mum and Keith Urban

Nicole Kidman has opened up about the night she learned of her mother's death while alone at the Venice Film Festival, calling the experience 'completely devastating.'

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The Conversation · Mar 12

The Voice of Hind Rajab: Tunisian director’s devastating film about Palestine is up for an Oscar

The Voice of Hind Rajab made an immediate impact when it premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2025, receiving a 23-minute standing ovation and seven awards. More were to follow as it played at festivals around the world.

Euronews · Dec 5, 2025

'The Voice of Hind Rajab': Blending documentary and fiction to portray the war in Gaza

How can filmmakers tell the horrors of the war in Gaza without distorting reality? With 'The Voice of Hind Rajab', director Kaouther Ben Hania offers an answer, halfway between documentary and fiction.

Fortune · Nov 5, 2025

Meet Mira Nair, Zohran Mamdani’s 68-year-old mother, who hit it big in Hollywood directing critical darlings like ‘Monsoon Wedding’

Nair is the first woman director to win the Venice Film Festival’s top prize, and famously turned down Warner Bros.’ offer to direct the fourth Harry Potter movie.

Woman & Home · Sep 13, 2025

We can't stop thinking about Amanda Seyfried's autumnal mani-pedi at the Venice Film Festival

The actress made a convincing case for this chic, juicy hue (and matching mani-pedis)

Woman & Home · Sep 9, 2025

Emily Blunt's French tip manicure at the Venice Film Festival has got our beauty team talking

Combining two of 2025's biggest nail trends, the actress's talons edge between subtle and statement

Evening Standard · Sep 9, 2025

Journalist responds after Ayo Edebiri excluded from Me Too and Black Lives Matter question

The exchange at the Venice Film Festival made headlines after going viral

Woman & Home · Sep 8, 2025

Julia Roberts just revived one of last year's biggest hair trends at Venice Film Festival 2025

It's safe to say we're welcoming this particular shade back with open arms

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