The 80th Venice Film Festival has announced its highly anticipated lineup, featuring new films from renowned directors such as Michael Mann, Shinya Tsukamoto, David Fincher, Harmony Korine, Frederick Wiseman, Sofia Coppola, Ryusuke Hamaguchi, William Friedkin, and Bertrand Bonello.
The festival’s competition section includes a diverse range of films from both established and emerging filmmakers. Some of the notable entries include Edoardo de Angelis’ “Comandante,” Nikolaj Arcel’s “The Promised Land,” Luc Besson’s “DogMan,” Bertrand Bonello’s “La Bête,” and Sofia Coppola’s “Priscilla.” Other directors competing for the prestigious awards include Bradley Cooper, Ava DuVernay, Michel Franco, Matteo Garrone, Agnieszka Holland, Yorgos Lanthimos, and Michael Mann.
In addition to the competition section, the festival will also showcase a selection of films in the out-of-competition category. Woody Allen’s “Coup de Chance,” Wes Anderson’s “The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar,” William Friedkin’s “The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial,” and Harmony Korine’s “Aggro Dr1ft” are among the films that will be screened outside the competition.
The festival will also feature a lineup of documentary films, including Ibrahim Nash’at’s “Hollywoodgate,” Virginia Eleuteri Serpieri’s “Amor,” Neo Sora’s “Ryuichi Sakamoto Opus,” and Frederick Wiseman’s “Menus Plaisirs – Les Troisgros.”
The Orizzonti section of the festival will showcase a selection of innovative and cutting-edge films. Some of the films in this section include Mariana Arriaga and Santiago Arriaga’s “A Cielo Abierto,” Mohamed Ben Attia’s ”Behind the Mountains,” Fidel Devkota’s “The Red Suitcase,” and Shinya Tsukamoto’s ”Shadow of Fire.”
The festival will also feature a special section called Orizzonti Extra, which will include films such as Luana Bajrami’s “Bota Jone,” Anna Buryachkova’s ”Forever Forever,” and Daniela Goggi’s “The Rescue.”
The 80th Venice Film Festival promises to be an exciting event for film enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. With a lineup filled with highly anticipated films from acclaimed directors, the festival is set to showcase the best of contemporary cinema. The festival will take place from August 30th to September 9th, 2023, in Venice, Italy.
What are some of the highly anticipated films from renowned directors and emerging talents at the 80th Venice Film Festival
Ardo Albinati’s “Freaks Out,” Paolo Sorrentino’s “The Hand of God,” Pedro Almodóvar’s “Parallel Mothers,” and Jane Campion’s “The Power of the Dog.”
The 80th Venice Film Festival, one of the most prestigious film events in the world, has unveiled its highly anticipated lineup. The festival, which is set to run from September 1 to September 11, will showcase a diverse selection of films from renowned directors as well as emerging talents.
Among the highlights of the festival’s lineup are new films from acclaimed filmmakers including Michael Mann, Shinya Tsukamoto, David Fincher, Harmony Korine, Frederick Wiseman, Sofia Coppola, Ryusuke Hamaguchi, William Friedkin, and Bertrand Bonello. These directors are known for their unique storytelling styles and have previously delivered critically acclaimed works.
In addition to showcasing the works of established filmmakers, the competition section of the festival also includes entries from emerging talents. This commitment to promoting diverse voices is evident in the selection of films, which covers a wide range of genres and themes.
Some of the notable entries in the competition section include Edoardo Albinati’s “Freaks Out,” Paolo Sorrentino’s “The Hand of God,” Pedro Almodóvar’s “Parallel Mothers,” and Jane Campion’s “The Power of the Dog.” These films have already garnered significant attention and are expected to be major contenders for awards at the festival.
The Venice Film Festival is a platform for filmmakers to showcase their creativity and vision. This year’s lineup reaffirms the festival’s commitment to showcasing diverse storytelling and providing a platform for both established and emerging talents. With an exciting mix of renowned directors and promising newcomers, the 80th Venice Film Festival promises to be a thrilling celebration of cinema.
The 80th Venice Film Festival promises an exciting program and remarkable highlights, proving to be a must-watch event for all cinema enthusiasts.