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Julia Roberts Defends Controversial #MeToo Thriller at Venice

10/13/2025

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Julia Roberts defended the film After the Hunt at the 2025 Venice Film Festival, directed by Luca Guadagnino, and emphasized that it aims to provoke discussion rather than provide clear answers.
The psychological thriller follows Alma, a Yale professor, as she navigates fallout from a student’s assault allegation against a colleague.
Critics are divided on the film’s portrayal of #MeToo, with some arguing it undermines survivors’ voices.

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Julia Roberts defended the film After the Hunt at the 2025 Venice Film Festival, directed by Luca Guadagnino, and emphasized that it aims to provoke discussion rather than provide clear answers.
The psychological thriller follows Alma, a Yale professor, as she navigates fallout from a student’s assault allegation against a colleague.
Critics are divided on the film’s portrayal of #MeToo, with some arguing it undermines survivors’ voices.