Venice Film Festival 2023: Live Updates of All the Looks From Red Carpets and Arrivals

Organized by La Biennale di Venezia and directed by Alberto Barbera, the 80th Venice International Film Festival began on Wednesday and will run through Sept. 9, taking place at the Venice Lido, a barrier island in northern Italy. The annual festival is known for screening new and classic movies from different countries, including independent productions and blockbusters. This year, the competition includes a lineup of 21 films, including Michael Mann’s “Ferrari,” Bradley Cooper’s “Maestro,” Sofia Coppola’s “Priscilla,” Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things” and David Fincher’s “The Killer.”