81st Venice Film Festival

Venice Film Festival 2024 winners announced

The 81st Venice Film Festival came to its close last Saturday with an award award-giving ceremony. The festival marks the start of the awards season and regularly throws up big favourites for the Oscars, with eight of the past 12 best director awards at the Oscars going to films that debuted in Venice.

Lady Gaga, Joaquin Phoenix bring Venice to a halt with star power

Following the film’s premiere, the audience erupted into an 11-minute standing ovation. While Phoenix reprises his role as the troubled Arthur Fleck, better known as Joker, Lady Gaga steps into the shoes of Harley Quinn, Fleck's equally complex and chaotic love interest.

‘The Room Next Door’ receives 17-minute standing ovation at Venice Film Festival

The Venice Film Festival erupted in applause last night as Pedro Almodóvar’s latest film, “The Room Next Door”, received a thunderous 17-minute standing ovation. The film, which stars Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore in the lead roles, premiered on September 2, captivating the audience with its emotional depth and compelling performances.

Pitt and Clooney take Venice by storm as ‘Wolfs’ earns standing ovation

Despite the film's star power, the standing ovation, while enthusiastic, lasted only four minutes—a modest duration by Venice standards. Festival organizers appeared eager to move the crowd along due to the late start and the lively, sometimes unruly, atmosphere.

Venice Film Fest Day 2: Cate Blanchett and Angelina Jolie steal the spotlight

Both “Disclaimer” star Cate Blanchett and “Maria” star Angelina Jolie made a significant impact on the second day of the 81st Venice Film Festival.

81st Venice Film Festival set to kick off today with star-studded lineup

Every film festival boasts its unique character, its distinct standing in the awards circuit, and varying levels of success over the years. However, the Venice International Film Festival, the world’s oldest of its kind, is about to commence its 81st edition this Wednesday (August 28), establishing itself in a category of its own. This festival has become the premier showcase for the most anticipated studio releases and art films that define the autumn movie season.

September 8, 2024
September 8, 2024

Venice Film Festival 2024 winners announced

The 81st Venice Film Festival came to its close last Saturday with an award award-giving ceremony. The festival marks the start of the awards season and regularly throws up big favourites for the Oscars, with eight of the past 12 best director awards at the Oscars going to films that debuted in Venice.

September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024

Lady Gaga, Joaquin Phoenix bring Venice to a halt with star power

Following the film’s premiere, the audience erupted into an 11-minute standing ovation. While Phoenix reprises his role as the troubled Arthur Fleck, better known as Joker, Lady Gaga steps into the shoes of Harley Quinn, Fleck's equally complex and chaotic love interest.

September 3, 2024
September 3, 2024

‘The Room Next Door’ receives 17-minute standing ovation at Venice Film Festival

The Venice Film Festival erupted in applause last night as Pedro Almodóvar’s latest film, “The Room Next Door”, received a thunderous 17-minute standing ovation. The film, which stars Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore in the lead roles, premiered on September 2, captivating the audience with its emotional depth and compelling performances.

September 2, 2024
September 2, 2024

Pitt and Clooney take Venice by storm as ‘Wolfs’ earns standing ovation

Despite the film's star power, the standing ovation, while enthusiastic, lasted only four minutes—a modest duration by Venice standards. Festival organizers appeared eager to move the crowd along due to the late start and the lively, sometimes unruly, atmosphere.

August 30, 2024
August 30, 2024

Venice Film Fest Day 2: Cate Blanchett and Angelina Jolie steal the spotlight

Both “Disclaimer” star Cate Blanchett and “Maria” star Angelina Jolie made a significant impact on the second day of the 81st Venice Film Festival.

August 28, 2024
August 28, 2024

81st Venice Film Festival set to kick off today with star-studded lineup

Every film festival boasts its unique character, its distinct standing in the awards circuit, and varying levels of success over the years. However, the Venice International Film Festival, the world’s oldest of its kind, is about to commence its 81st edition this Wednesday (August 28), establishing itself in a category of its own. This festival has become the premier showcase for the most anticipated studio releases and art films that define the autumn movie season.

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