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Alexander Payne to Lead Jury at Venice Film Festival

4/28/2025

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Alexander Payne, the celebrated two-time Oscar winner, will take the helm as jury president for the 82nd Venice International Film Festival from August 27 to September 6, 2025. With a deep appreciation for the festival's storied legacy, Payne, known for masterpieces like "Sideways" and "The Descendants," is eager to embrace this prestigious role.

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Alexander Payne, the celebrated two-time Oscar winner, will take the helm as jury president for the 82nd Venice International Film Festival from August 27 to September 6, 2025. With a deep appreciation for the festival's storied legacy, Payne, known for masterpieces like "Sideways" and "The Descendants," is eager to embrace this prestigious role.