Key Takeaways:
– The 81st Venice Film Festival will be held from August 28 to September 7.
– Films like Angelina Jolie's ‘Maria' and the ‘Joker' sequel, ‘Joker: Folie à Deux' are part of the screening lineup.
– George Clooney and Brad Pitt's crime comedy, ‘Wolfs' will also be screened, though not in competition.
– Lady Gaga's performance in the ‘Joker' sequel is anticipated to be extraordinary.
Line-Up Revealed for Venice Film Festival
Fans of the silver screen, get ready. One of the most anticipated events in the cinema world, the Venice Film Festival, has officially announced its screening lineup. If you're a movie fan, you can look forward to their upcoming 81st Festival — kicking off on August 28 and running until September 7.
A World of Cinema Awaits
Among the main attractions in the program are some pretty big releases. Some will even compete for awards. Ready to feel the buzz of Hollywood from Venice?
Angelina Jolie's Latest Film in Competition
One of the talked-about movies is ‘Maria,' Angelina Jolie's latest project. It's a biopic directed by Chilean director Pablo Larrain, known for his work in ‘Jackie' and ‘Spencer.' In ‘Maria,' Jolie embodies the role of the globally renowned opera diva Maria Callas. The supporting cast includes renowned actors such as Kodi Smit-McPhee, Haluk Bilginer, Pierfrancesco Favino, Alba Rohrwacher, and Valeria Golino.
Much-Awaited Sequel to ‘Joker'
Next on the roster is ‘Joker: Folie à Deux,' an exciting sequel to the 2019 film ‘Joker' directed by Todd Phillips. As an addition to the storyline, Lady Gaga will play the role of Harley Quinn alongside Joaquin Phoenix's Joker. The performance by Gaga is expected to be a game-changer. Francine Maisler, the casting director, was highly impressed by Gaga's performance, predicting that it will definitely leave an impact on the audience.
Clooney-Pitt Comedy Screening
Another highlight of the Festival is a crime comedy named ‘Wolfs,' starring none other than George Clooney and Brad Pitt. This film is directed and written by Jon Watts, famous for ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home.' However, unlike the others mentioned, ‘Wolfs' will not compete for awards.
In ‘Wolfs,' Clooney and Pitt play rival fixers assigned to the same job by their secret employer. In a twist of events, the corpse they're supposed to dispose of turns out to be alive and in possession of a heap of drugs. As per the teaser, it seems like the film blends the elements of buddy comedy with action scenes seamlessly.
Join the Venice Film Festival Journey
In both competition and non-competition screenings, the Venice Film Festival promises to be a playground for every film enthusiast. Even from your living room, you can embark on this cinematic journey that bridges the gap between Hollywood and Venice. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable ride in the world of movies from August 28 to September 7!
Don't miss out on the electrifying performances, groundbreaking storytelling, and film marvels at the 81st Venice Film Festival. The feast for your eyes and ears is just around the corner!
