‘Wild Horse Nine,’ With Sam Rockwell and John Malkovich, Gets Venice’s First Rapturous Reception of 2026
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Martin McDonagh’s new film, "Wild Horse Nine," premiered at the 2026 Venice Film Festival, receiving the event's first rapturous reception in competition. Set on Easter Island in the 1970s amid towering Moai statues, the movie features John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell starring as unlikely CIA agents.
The feature is positioned as an awards contender and boasts a stacked supporting cast of prominent character actors, including Steve Buscemi, Tom Waits, and Parker Posey. Both Malkovich and Rockwell were present at the festival to present the film.
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The Hollywood Reporter (US)Focuses on the film's star-studded cast, exotic setting, and awards potential.
ANSA (Rome, Italy)Highlights the festival context and the actors' roles as CIA agents.
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