Jim Jarmusch's film 'Father Mother Sister Brother' unexpectedly won the Golden Lion at Venice, despite not being a favorite, while the documentary 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' was a fan favorite and received a record ovation. The festival highlighted films addressing current events, including the Israeli-Gaza conflict, and awarded notable performances and documentaries, with some anticipated films not winning awards.
Jim Jarmusch's ensemble film 'Father Mother Sister Brother' won the Golden Lion at Venice 2025, celebrating themes of family and empathy, with Jarmusch expressing surprise and emphasizing art's role in fostering connection.
The 2025 Venice Film Festival awarded Jim Jarmusch's film 'Father Mother Sister Brother' the Golden Lion, with the full list of winners announced by jury chair Alexander Payne.
The 82nd Venice Film Festival concluded with Jim Jarmusch's 'Father Mother Sister Brother' winning the Golden Lion, while Kaouther Ben Hania's 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' received the Silver Lion, highlighting a diverse and acclaimed lineup of films and performances.
Jim Jarmusch's 'Father Mother Sister Brother' won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, with Benny Safdie receiving Best Director for 'The Smashing Machine'; the festival featured various awards across sections, honoring films, performances, and contributions to cinema.
The Venice Film Festival features 21 films competing for the top prize, including a powerful Gaza war documentary by Kaouther Ben Hania, with political tensions and star-studded premieres highlighting the event. The festival's awards will be announced after a week of screenings and protests, with films like 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' and others vying for the Golden Lion.
Kim Novak received a Lifetime Achievement award at Venice Film Festival, where Guillermo del Toro praised her for her powerful and mysterious performances, especially in Vertigo. Novak, who retired from acting in 1966 to focus on painting and horses, was celebrated with a documentary and a warm tribute, highlighting her iconic career and private life.
Emma Stone's film "Poor Things" won the prestigious Golden Lion prize at the 80th Venice Film Festival. The film, based on a novel by Alasdair Gray, explores Victorian-era female empowerment and stars Stone as both the lead actress and producer. Other notable winners included Matteo Garrone's "Io Capitano (Me Captain)" and Agnieszka Holland's "Green Border," which shed light on Europe's migration crisis. Peter Sarsgaard won best actor for "Memory," and Cailee Spaeny won best actress for Sofia Coppola's "Priscilla."
Yorgos Lanthimos' film "Poor Things," starring Emma Stone, won the Golden Lion, the highest honor at the Venice Film Festival. The film, set in a patriarchal society, received strong praise for Stone's performance. Cailee Spaeny won Best Actress for "Priscilla," Peter Sarsgaard won Best Actor for "Memory," and Matteo Garrone won Best Director for "Me Captain." Agnieszka Holland received a Special Jury Prize for "Green Border," and Alex Braverman's documentary on Andy Kaufman won Best Documentary.
"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."
"Poor Things," a gothic comedy directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and starring Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, and Mark Ruffalo, won the prestigious Golden Lion award at the Venice Film Festival. The film tells the zany story of a woman reanimated after suicide by a mad doctor who replaces her brain with that of her unborn baby. Other notable winners at the festival include Cailee Spaeny and Peter Sarsgaard for their acting performances. The awards ceremony concluded the 11-day movie marathon, which saw fewer stars attending due to a Hollywood actors' strike demanding improved contracts and curbs on the use of artificial intelligence.
Yorgos Lanthimos wins the Golden Lion at the 80th Venice International Film Festival for his film "Poor Things," starring Emma Stone, Willem Dafoe, and Ramy Youssef. Other winners include Cailee Spaeny for Best Actress, Peter Sarsgaard for Best Actor, and Pablo Larraín for Best Screenplay. The festival took place amidst an industry-wide strike, with several winners addressing the ongoing labor issues in their acceptance speeches.
Yorgos Lanthimos' film "Poor Things," starring Emma Stone, wins the Golden Lion for best film at the 80th Venice International Film Festival. The film is praised for Stone's performance as a woman who challenges the restrictive patriarchy. Other winners include Matteo Garrone for best director, Cailee Spaeny for best actress, and Peter Sarsgaard for best actor. Agnieszka Holland's "Green Border" receives a special jury award, while Alex Braverman's "Thank You Very Much" wins best documentary.
Ava DuVernay's film "Origin" received an enthusiastic eight-minute ovation at its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, making DuVernay the first female African American director to compete for the festival's Golden Lion award. The biopic, inspired by Pulitzer Prize winner Isabel Wilkerson's life and work, follows her journey as she writes her book "Caste: The Origin of Our Discontents." The film stars Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor as Wilkerson and features a talented cast. Neon has acquired worldwide rights to the film.
The 80th Venice Film Festival opened with the world premiere screening of Edoardo De Angelis' film "Comandante." The festival's opening ceremony featured a retrospective of the event's 80-year history, including a tribute to the late William Friedkin. Italian actress Caterina Murino presented Liliana Cavani with a Golden Lion award for lifetime achievement, and Damien Chazelle, the president of the jury, declared the festival open. "Comandante" tells the story of Salvatore Todaro, a real-life submarine commander who saved 26 Belgian merchant seamen during World War II.
