The 2026 Venice Film Festival kicks off: these are the most anticipated films starring Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem
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The 2026 Venice Film Festival officially opened on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, featuring a lineup highlighted by new works from prominent directors such as Danny Boyle, Werner Herzog, Nanni Moretti, Lee Chang-Dong, and Martin McDonagh. Spanish actors Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem also stand out as major protagonists of the festival.
Danny Boyle opened the event with his latest film, 'Ink', which explores the 1969 origins of media magnate Rupert Murdoch's Australian takeover of the London newspaper 'The Sun' and examines the theme of post-truth.
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Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Ink openingFocuses on Danny Boyle's opening film 'Ink' and its exploration of the Murdoch media empire.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Festival overviewHighlights the festival's overall lineup and spotlights actors Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem.
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