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Star-Studded Jury Rounds Out for 82nd Venice Film Festival, Led by Alexander Payne

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Venice, Italy — The 82nd Venice Film Festival is set to enhance its judging panel with the inclusion of noted figures from the film industry. Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres and Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof will join the esteemed jury this year. Alongside Torres and Rasoulof, the jury will feature a diverse group that includes French director Stéphane Brizé, Italian filmmaker Maura Delpero, Romanian director Cristian Mungiu, and Chinese actress Zhao Tao. This blend of talent is expected to bring a rich variety of perspectives to the festival’s competition. Alexander Payne, a prominent director, has been … Read more

Venice Film Festival Unveils Star-Studded Jury Lineup Led by Alexander Payne, Featuring Global Talent and Renowned Directors

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Venice, Italy — The Venice Film Festival has revealed the complete lineup of this year’s international jury, enhancing the anticipation for the prestigious event. The jury will be led by competition president Alexander Payne, a renowned director, alongside several noteworthy figures from the film industry. Joining Payne are prominent talents, including Oscar-nominated Brazilian actress and writer Fernanda Torres, celebrated Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof, and Cristian Mungiu, a Romanian director and producer recognized for winning the Palme d’Or. Also on the jury are French director Stéphane Brizé, known for “Out of Season,” Italian filmmaker Maura Delpero, … Read more

Venice Film Festival Welcomes Cristian Mungiu to Esteemed Jury as Global Cinema Shines

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Venice, Italy — Renowned Romanian filmmaker Cristian Mungiu has been selected to serve on the jury for the main competition at the upcoming Venice Film Festival, also known as Venezia 82. This prestigious event gathers some of the most influential voices in global cinema to honor exceptional films and filmmakers. Mungiu’s distinguished jury will be led by American director Alexander Payne and features an impressive lineup, including French filmmaker Stéphane Brizé, Italian director Maura Delpero, Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof, Brazilian actress Fernanda Torres, and Chinese actress Zhao Tao. Together, they will evaluate films competing for … Read more

Star-Studded International Jury Announced for the 82nd Venice Film Festival, Led by Alexander Payne

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Venice, Italy — Renowned filmmaker Alexander Payne will lead an esteemed international jury at the 82nd Venice Film Festival, set to unfold from August 27 to September 6, 2025. In a recent announcement by the Board of Directors of La Biennale, additional jury members join Payne, following a recommendation from artistic director Alberto Barb. Joining Payne on the jury are six notable figures from various cinematic backgrounds: actress Fernanda Torres, recognized for her recent Academy Award nomination for “I’m Still Here,” Iranian director and writer Mohammad Rasoulof, French director Stéphane Brizé, Italian director Maura Delpero, … Read more