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Venice Film Festival Unveils Star-Studded Lineup of Innovations

8/26/2025

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The Venice International Film Festival starts on August 27 and runs until September 6.
It features innovative films such as "Bugonia" by Yorgos Lanthimos and "Silent Friend" with Tony Leung and Léa Seydoux.
Other notable films include Brady Corbet's "The Testament of Ann Lee" and Dwayne Johnson's "The Smashing Machine."
The festival highlights a blend of acclaimed talent and anticipated projects.

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Story summary

The Venice International Film Festival starts on August 27 and runs until September 6.
It features innovative films such as "Bugonia" by Yorgos Lanthimos and "Silent Friend" with Tony Leung and Léa Seydoux.
Other notable films include Brady Corbet's "The Testament of Ann Lee" and Dwayne Johnson's "The Smashing Machine."
The festival highlights a blend of acclaimed talent and anticipated projects.