Danny Boyle’s ‘Ink’ Earns Five-Minute Ovation At Venice World Premiere

Danny Boyle’s film Ink premiered in Competition at the Venice Film Festival, receiving a standing ovation lasting between four and five minutes. The explosive drama explores the rise of Rupert Murdoch's tabloid empire, featuring Guy Pearce as Murdoch and Jack O’Connell as The Sun editor Larry Lamb, alongside Claire Foy. Written by James Graham, the feature screened with the filmmakers and cast in attendance, marking a splashy start to the festival with its intense portrayal of media power.