The Festival of Second Chances: Venice's Breathtaking Comeback The Venice Film Festival has long been known for its ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
This year's lineup may have lacked Hollywood heavyweights, but it more than made up for it with a diverse selection of critically acclaimed films and directorial debuts.
One notable absence from the festival was major US studios. Some speculated that this was a deliberate snub by industry powerhouses, but according to Venice Chief Alberto Barbera, the reality is more prosaic.