Venice Film Festival Scraps Jury Press Conference

The Venice Film Festival has decided to scrap its traditional main jury press conference this year. While no public statement was issued, the festival confirmed the move following multiple inquiries. The decision stems from scheduling conflicts, leading organizers to replace the formal press event with a welcome cocktail hour for journalists. The festival begins next week on September 2, featuring the world premiere of Danny Boyle's Ink, marking a significant break from the event's usual protocol.