Italian film industry figures call for Venice Film Festival to support Palestinians
The letter called on the Venice Film Festival “to be more courageous and clear in condemning the ongoing genocide in Gaza."
The logo for the 82nd Venice International Film Festival was designed at the Lido di Venezia on August 22, 2025 in Venice, Italy. The 82nd Venice International Film Festival is organized by La Biennale di Venezia and will take place at the Lido di Venezia from August 27 to September 6, 2025.(photo credit: Stefano Mazzola/Getty Images)ByHANNAH BROWNUpdated:
