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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Rachel McGrath

Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem movie Bunker celebrated at Venice Film Festival

  • Couple Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem attended the premiere of psychological thriller Bunker at the Venice Film Festival.
  • Directed by Florian Zeller, the film received a 15-and-a-half-minute standing ovation, making it the most enthusiastic reaction at the festival so far.
  • An emotional Cruz was moved to tears during the rapturous audience response, embracing her husband and thanking fans.
  • The plot follows an architect tasked with building a survivalist bunker for a tech billionaire, creating a rift with his wife.
  • The film also stars Paul Dano and Patrick Schwarzenegger, and marks Zeller's latest project following The Father and The Son.

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Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem film receives staggering 15-minute ovation at Venice Film Festival

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