Venice Film Festival 2024: Complete List of Award Winners Unveiled
The curtains have drawn on the 81st Venice Film Festival, which ran from August 28 to September 7, 2024, culminating in a grand awards ceremony that spotlighted cinematic brilliance. Under the astute leadership of Jury President Isabelle Huppert, the festival celebrated a variety of films, bestowing its highest honors in a ceremony filled with stars and cinematic luminaries.
Pedro Almodóvar Captures the Golden Lion
This year’s coveted Golden Lion was awarded to Pedro Almodóvar’s masterpiece, The Room Next Door. The film, featuring an ensemble cast including Julianne Moore, Tilda Swinton, and John Turturro, captivated the jury with its intricate storytelling and depth. The Room Next Door succeeds last year’s winner, Pauvresèbres by Yorgos Lanthimos, setting a high benchmark for next year’s contenders.
Other Notable Winners at Venice 2024
The Grand Jury Prize was presented to Maura Delpero for her feature, Vermiglio or The Mountain Bride, an evocative narrative that follows the success of Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Le mal n’existe pas. In the acting categories, Nicole Kidman won the Volpi Cup for Best Actress for her role in Babygirl, and Vincent Lindon took home the Volpi Cup for Best Actor for his compelling performance in Playing with Fire.
Emerging talent Paul Kircher received the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Most Promising Actor for his role in Their Children After Them, indicating a bright future ahead in the cinematic landscape.
Directing and Screenwriting Accolades
Brady Corbet was honored with the Silver Lion for Best Director for his film The Brutalist, building on the foundation laid by previous winner Matteo Garrone. The award for Best Screenplay went to Murilo Hauser and Heitor Lorega for their script I’m Still Here, demonstrating the festival’s appreciation for compelling and thoughtful narrative construction.
Special Recognitions and Honorary Awards
This year’s festival also celebrated significant career contributions with Sigourney Weaver and Australian director Peter Weir receiving Honorary Golden Lions for their impactful careers in film, underscoring their lasting legacy in the industry.
A Strong Showing from French Cinema
French cinema made a noticeable impact with four films in the competition, resulting in two awards. Their Children After Them and Play with Fire not only showcased French creative talent but also brought home significant accolades, demonstrating the strength and diversity of French filmmaking.
Wrapping Up Venice 2024
As the festival concluded, the array of films presented and the diversity of winners highlighted the Venice Film Festival’s role as a pivotal platform for showcasing global cinematic talent. The complete list of winners not only reflects the current landscape of world cinema but also sets the stage for future artistic endeavors in the film industry.
Award Winners at Venice Film Festival 2024
- Golden Lion (Lion d’Or): The Room Next Door directed by Pedro Almodóvar
- Grand Jury Prize: Vermiglio or The Mountain Bride directed by Maura Delpero
- Silver Lion for Best Director: Brady Corbet for The Brutalist
- Volpi Cup for Best Actress: Nicole Kidman for her role in Babygirl
- Volpi Cup for Best Actor: Vincent Lindon for his performance in Playing with Fire
- Best Screenplay Award: Murilo Hauser and Heitor Lorega for I’m Still Here
- Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best Newcomer: Paul Kircher for his role in Their Children After Them
- Jury’s Special Prize: April directed by Dea Kulumbegashvili
