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Benjamin Netanyahu joins Israeli ministers attacking Venice-winning documentary 'NAZA'

The documentary 'NAZA', which won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival, examines Israel's targeting practices in Gaza and alleges that mass civilian deaths are routinely factored into decisions over military strikes.

Euronews

John Malkovich, now Best Actor Oscar frontrunner, cancels Israel trip over fabricated 'solidarity' quote

John Malkovich has become an early awards season frontrunner after winning Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival. The actor has also made headlines for cancelling his upcoming trip to Israel, following falsely attributed quotes.

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Danish WWII drama wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival

A Danish WWII drama about a woman trying to hide a wartime relationship with a Nazi was awared top prize on Saturday at The Venice Film Festival, while Gaza documentary NAZA snagged the special jury prize. "Unknown Woman" had been a major talking point of the festival due to its…

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At the Venice Film Festival, grappling with the state of the world and crying with Oasis

The Venice Film Festival this year focused more on global issues than Hollywood

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Gaza documentary ‘NAZA’ wows Venice and breaks standing ovation record

'NAZA', the new documentary by 'No Other Land' filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, earned a record-breaking 24.5-minute standing ovation following its premiere – the longest-ever ovation recorded at the Venice Film Festival.

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Elon Musk goes on hours-long rampage against ‘bitter old man’ Alex Gibney, threatens to sue over ‘Musk’ documentary

Elon Musk spent hours posting a series of aggressive messages on X regarding director Alex Gibney following the premiere of a new documentary about the tech mogul at the Venice Film Festival. Musk attacked the Oscar-winning filmmaker with harsh language, calling him a “bitter old man who lost the plot…

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Oasis directors had to 'earn trust' with the Gallagher brothers

Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival, features the first joint interview with Noel and Liam Gallagher in 20 years.

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Israeli-made film about use of AI for mass killing in Gaza gets record ovation at Venice premiere

A film documenting Israel's use of artificial intelligence to facilitate the mass killing of Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip received a record 25-minute standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival on Thursday. "NAZA" details the brutal Israeli bombardment of the Palestinian territory through anonymous interviews with two dozen whistleblowers…

France 24

Oscar-winning Israeli filmmakers' documentary on Gaza war premieres at Venice Film Festival

Israeli filmmakers Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor are premiering their documentary “NAZA” at the Venice Film Festival Thursday

The Independent UK

Susan Sarandon Claims Hollywood 'Blacklisted' Her Over Palestine, Yet Gave Her an Eight-Minute Ovation In Venice

Susan Sarandon claims her pro-Palestinian views have led to Hollywood blacklisting, affecting her career. Despite this, she received an eight-minute ovation at the Venice Film Festival.

International Business Times UK

Guardian documentary, Tesztpálya (Test Track), to premiere at the Venice Film Festival

Guardian Documentary, Tesztpálya (Test Track), will have its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival as part of the prestigious Orizzonti Short Films International Competition on 11 September. The selection presents the world premiere screenings of 13 short films, competing for the Orizzonti Award.

The Guardian - UK

Elon Musk told ex-girlfriend he wanted ‘legion of children’ before civil war: What Ashley St Clair said in new documentary

Elon Musk told his former partner Ashley St Clair that he wanted to have a “legion of children before the civil war”, according to a claim made by St Clair in a new documentary about the billionaire that premiered at the Venice Film Festival.

The Times of India

Florence Pugh Returns to Venice in Navy Max Mara, Her First Festival Look Since 2022

Florence Pugh returned to the Venice Film Festival on September 8 in a navy Max Mara look, her first major festival appearance since 2022.

Fashion Times

New Alex Gibney Four-Hour Documentary Critiques Elon Musk, Calling Him a 'Man Who Has Lost His Mind'

Alex Gibney's documentary 'Musk' premieres at the Venice Film Festival, scrutinising Elon Musk's influence and divisive reputation. The film explores Musk's impact beyond technology, featuring diverse perspectives.

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The Independent UK

Elon Musk documentary and new films from Penélope Cruz and Casey Affleck premiere in Venice

The Venice Film Festival is showcasing several high-profile films Tuesday, including Alex Gibney’s Elon Musk documentary, a thriller with Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, and a drama from Casey Affleck

The Independent UK

At Venice, Ellen Burstyn reflects on playing Marilyn Monroe and a lifetime in movies

Ellen Burstyn, at 93, stars as a 100-year-old Marilyn Monroe in the short film “Flesh Impact,” premiering at the Venice Film Festival

International Business Times UK

Suki Waterhouse Branded 'Desperate' After Kissing Robert Pattinson as He Ignored Her To Talk to Another Woman

Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattinson's affectionate moment at the Venice Film Festival sparked online debate, with some viewers questioning Waterhouse's intentions.

France 24

Only woman director in Venice Film Festival says industry remains unequal

May el-Toukhy, the only woman director selected for the top competition at the Venice Film Festival, highlighted the scarcity of women within the film industry at a press conference on Sunday, quipping that her film, "Woman Unknown" was itself "about the invisibility of women".

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The Independent UK

Elon Musk is no genius inventor — he’s a ‘stock pumper,’ filmmaker claims

Alex Gibney's new documentary “Musk” premieres this week at the Venice Film Festival

The Independent UK

Robert Pattinson and Oasis bring star power to Venice Film Festival

The Venice Film Festival is buzzing as Robert Pattinson and Oasis frontmen Noel and Liam Gallagher arrive for premieres on Saturday

Fashion Times

Kate and Rooney Mara Nail Coordinated Sister Style at the Venice Premiere of 'Bucking Fastard'

Kate and Rooney Mara turn sister dressing into a study in coordination at the Venice Film Festival, without matching exactly.

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Nina Dobrev Has Horrible Moment After Security Guard Forces Her Out Of The Venice Film Festival Red Carpet

“For Italians, this isn't even really an offense. When I lived there, as soon as we finished eating, we were invited to leave.”

Marie Claire

The Venice Film Festival Is Back—and So Is Its Unrivaled Red Carpet Fashion

Everyone from Amal Clooney to Chase Sui Wonders is setting a high bar for the remainder of 2026's award shows.

The Independent UK

Venice Film Festival heats up with McDonagh’s 'Wild Horse Nine' and Herzog’s 'Bucking Fastard'

The Venice Film Festival is showcasing the world premieres of “Wild Horse Nine” and Werner Herzog’s “Bucking Fastard” Thursday

Fashion Times

Amal Clooney Ditches Her Venice Color Palette for a Sculptural Black Tom Ford Gown

Amal Clooney wore a custom black Tom Ford by Haider Ackermann gown to the Venice Film Festival opening, a departure from her usual colorful red carpet looks.

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