The Venice Film Festival’s Critics’ Week has announced its lineup for this year, featuring a variety of new and exciting films from around the world. Among the titles set to premiere is U.S. journalist and filmmaker Michael Premo’s documentary “Homegrown,” which follows a group of Donald Trump supporters from the 2020 campaign trail to the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Premo, who was heavily involved in the Occupy Wall Street movement and Occupy Sandy’s hurricane response effort, offers a unique perspective on the events leading up to the Capitol attack. The documentary promises to be a thought-provoking look at the rise of supremacist ideologies in the U.S.
Another standout film in the lineup is French director Aude Léa Rapin’s “Planet B,” a cyberpunk sci-fi film set in 2039 France. The movie follows a group of political activists who disappear without a trace, only to reappear in a strange and unfamiliar world. With a stellar cast including Adèle Exarchopoulos, known for her role in “Blue Is the Warmest Color,” “Planet B” is sure to captivate audiences with its futuristic storyline.
In addition to these films, the competition includes titles like Italian drama “Anywhere Anytime” by director Milad Tangshir, which draws inspiration from the classic film “Bicycle Thieves.” The story follows a young illegal immigrant in Turin who becomes a food-delivery rider until his bike is stolen, leading to a series of unexpected events.
Other films in the competition include Vietnamese director Dương Diệu Linh’s “Don’t Cry, Butterfly,” French-American filmmaker Alexandra Simpson’s “No Sleep Till,” and British-French filmmaker Jethro Massey’s “Paul and Paulette Take a Bath.” Each of these films offers a unique perspective on love, betrayal, and the human experience.
The Venice Critics’ Week lineup also features Austrian filmmaker Bernhard Wenger’s tragicomedy “Peacock” and Egyptian director Muhammed Hamdy’s allegorical film “Perfumed With Mint.” These films showcase the diverse range of storytelling styles and genres that will be on display at the festival.
Overall, the Venice Critics’ Week promises to be an exciting event for film enthusiasts, with a lineup that includes both established and emerging filmmakers. The films selected for the competition will compete for the prestigious Lion of the Future prize, adding an extra layer of excitement to the festival.
As we await the official selection lineup for the Venice Film Festival, it’s clear that this year’s event will offer a diverse and thought-provoking selection of films from around the world. From documentaries to sci-fi thrillers, the festival is sure to have something for every movie lover to enjoy.