From Hollywood to Venice: Is Bradley Cooper's Maestro set for a grand debut?

All eyes are on Hollywood's beloved Bradley Cooper as his Leonard Bernstein biopic "Maestro" might hit a high note at the 80th Venice Film Festival.

Venice Film Festival: A Showdown of the Giants

The festive air of Cannes may still be lingering, but Tinseltown is already shifting its focus to the romantic city of Venice. As Variety reveals, the festival, often viewed as the informal kick-off to awards season in late August, is shaping up with a few A-list entries. The festival is expected to see the debut of Luca Guadagnino’s tennis comedy “Challengers,” featuring Zendaya and Josh O’Connor, and Yorgos Lanthimos’ surreal sci-fi romance “Poor Things,” with Emma Stone and Marc Ruffalo in the lead roles.

Bradley Cooper's "Maestro": A Potential Showstopper?

Rumor has it that Netflix, known for its strong representation on the Lido, could roll out Bradley Cooper’s 'Maestro.' Festival chief Alberto Barbera's viewing status of the film remains a well-kept secret, though. Netflix may also present other projects at the festival, including the biopic "Nyad," chronicling the life of marathon swimmer Diana Nyad, with Annette Bening in the lead role and Jodie Foster as her coach.

Apart from Netflix's potential showcase, several other top-notch films have also secured a coveted Venice berth. These include Italian director Saverio Costanzo’s “Finalmente L’alba,” set during the 1950s at the iconic Cinecittà, dubbed “Hollywood on the Tiber” and featuring a star-studded cast including Lily James and Willem Dafoe.

FAQs

When is the 80th Venice Film Festival scheduled to take place?

The 80th Venice Film Festival is set to run from Aug. 30 to Sept. 9.

What are some of the films that may debut at the Venice Film Festival?

Films such as Luca Guadagnino’s “Challengers,” Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poor Things,” and potentially Bradley Cooper's "Maestro" are in contention to debut at the festival.