'Poor Things' Triumphs at Venice Film Festival, Proving the Power of Human Creativity

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"Poor Things," directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and starring Emma Stone, won the Golden Lion for best film at the 80th Venice International Film Festival. The film follows the journey of a woman named Bella Baxter as she embarks on a sexual and philosophical exploration. Stone's performance was praised, and the film was described as a virtuoso piece. The festival also recognized other notable films, including "Evil Does Not Exist," "Me Captain," and "Priscilla."
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