Orizzonti

Venice Film Festival Unveils Dynamic Jury Lineup Led by Julia Ducournau and Charlotte Wells for Orizzonti and Debut Film Awards

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Venice, Italy — Julia Ducournau, the acclaimed director of Titane, will lead the international jury for the Orizzonti section at this year’s Venice Film Festival, while Scottish filmmaker Charlotte Wells, known for her debut feature Aftersun, will chair the jury for the “Luigi De Laurentiis” Venice Award for a Debut Film. The festival is set to take place from August 27 to September 6. Ducournau gained early recognition for her short film Junior, which won accolades at the Cannes Critics’ Week in 2011. Her feature film debut, Raw, premiered at Cannes in 2016 and took … Read more

Venice Film Festival 2024 Announces Juries for Orizzonti Section and Debut Film Award

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Venice, Italy – Enthusiasm is building as the Venice Film Festival gears up to unveil its juries for two significant segments of the 2024 event: the Orizzonti section and the “Luigi de Laurentiis” award for Best Debut Film. Each year, these panels play a crucial role in shaping the festival’s landscape, influencing both present and future trends in global cinema. The Venice Film Festival, renowned for its distinguished selection and rich history, not only provides a platform for international filmmakers but also sets the stage for emerging talents to shine. The “Luigi de Laurentiis” award, … Read more

Global Cinema Leaders Assemble: Debra Granik to Chair Diverse Jury for Prestigious Orizzonti Awards at Venice Film Festival

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Venice, Italy — The renowned Venice Film Festival has once again brought together an eclectic mix of cinema’s most innovative minds to form the international jury for its prestigious Orizzonti section. This year, the jury is chaired by the acclaimed American director and screenwriter, Debra Granik, known for her powerful narratives and compelling character studies in films like “Winter’s Bone” and “Leave No Trace.” The jury, which includes directors, actors, and screenwriters from across the globe, underscores the section’s commitment to diversity and innovation in filmmaking. Among them is Ali Asgari, an Iranian filmmaker celebrated … Read more