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Maggie Gyllenhaal to Lead Venice Film Fest Jury
23 Apr
Summary
- Maggie Gyllenhaal will preside over the jury at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival.
- The festival is scheduled to take place from September 2nd to September 12th, 2026.
- Gyllenhaal's directorial debut, "The Lost Daughter," earned accolades at Venice in 2021.
Maggie Gyllenhaal will lead the jury for the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, scheduled from September 2nd to September 12th, 2026. As jury president, she will oversee the awarding of prestigious honors, including the Golden Lion for best film.
The Board of Directors of La Biennale di Venezia confirmed this recommendation, emphasizing Gyllenhaal's consistent artistic path and her dual talent as an actress and filmmaker. Her directorial debut, "The Lost Daughter," received the Best Screenplay award at Venice in 2021.
Gyllenhaal, known for her impactful roles since "Secretary" (2002) and an Oscar nomination for "Crazy Heart," also recently directed and produced "The Bride," a film exploring Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein." Her selection signifies a commitment to authoritative, independent voices in cinema.
The jury, chaired by Gyllenhaal, will present numerous awards on the festival's final night, September 12th, including the Golden Lion, Silver Lions, and Volpi Cups.
