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Ukrainian attacks have reportedly damaged key Russian frigates and forced the Black Sea Fleet to withdraw to port, while Russian strikes killed 16 in Kyiv and the surrounding region. These developments have led to a significant increase in global wheat prices.
Venice Film Festival Director Alberto Barbera discussed Hollywood's retreat from the festival, the backslide in gender parity, and the role of AI in cinema. He noted the lack of US studios and the challenges in achieving 50:50 gender equality.
The board of directors of the Venice Biennale confirms the septuagenarian in the position of artistic director, which he has held since 2012.
Venice Film Festival artistic director Alberto Barbera defended the inclusion of Russian filmmaker Ilya Khrzhanovsky’s 'DAU' in this year’s festival, pushing back against criticism and stating it is not 'pro-Putin propaganda'.
Madonna, Michael Keaton, and Julia Garner have been spotted in Venice filming the second season of Seth Rogen's 'The Studio,' which also features Venice Film Festival director Alberto Barbera in a small role.
Barbera, who has been artistic director at the Venice Festival since 2012, will stay on until at least 2028.
Italian film bodies and critics have slammed the Venice Film Festival for its lack of female directors in the main competition, calling the selection 'one-dimensional' and 'male-dominated.' Festival chief Alberto Barbera is facing significant backlash over the lineup.
Venice Film Festival artistic director Alberto Barbera is set to have a small role in the second season of Seth Rogen's comedy series "The Studio," which is currently filming on the Venice Lido with Madonna also on set.
Alberto Barbera is set to remain artistic director of the Venice Film Festival through 2028 and possibly longer. On Tuesday, the board of directors of the fest’s parent organization, the Venice Biennale — chaired by new president Pietrangelo Buttafuoco — announced that they have approved Barbera’s appointment “for the years 2027 and 2028.” The Biennale […]