83rd Venice Film Festival is underway

83rd Venice Film Festival is underway

Updated at: September 4, 2026 at 02:00 AM

The 83rd Venice International Film Festival, the world’s oldest, is currently enchanting audiences on the Lido di Venezia.

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Running from September 2 to September 12, 2026, the event serves as a vital launchpad for the fall awards season.

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Directed by Alberto Barbera, this year's festival is led by jury president and acclaimed filmmaker Maggie Gyllenhaal.

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The festival kicked off with Danny Boyle’s biographical drama, Ink, while Giovanni Veronesi’s God Laughs is set to close the festivities.

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Notable highlights include the presentation of the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement to Hollywood icons Ellen Burstyn and George Clooney.

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The main competition, Venezia 83, features 21 films competing for the prestigious Golden Lion.

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Beyond traditional cinema, the program explores innovation through the Venice Immersive section, dedicated to VR, AR, and XR experiences.

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When does the 83rd Venice International Film Festival conclude?

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September 12, 2026

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Maggie Gyllenhaal

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Ink

Who are the recipients of the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement?

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Ellen Burstyn and George Clooney

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VR, AR, and XR experiences

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