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  1. Review
    The War of the Volcanoes: Film Review

    The War of the Volcanoes: Film Review

    2:13 pm PDT 9/12/2012
    • Todd McCarthy
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    Filmmaker Francesco Patierno's documentary follows the rivalry between two productions in the Mediterranean, one starring Ingrid Bergman and the other Anna Magnani. READ MORE

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  2. Review
    The Man Who Laughs (L'Homme Qui Rit): Venice Review

    The Man Who Laughs (L'Homme Qui Rit): Venice Review

    11:44 am PDT 9/12/2012
    • Neil Young
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    Gérard Depardieu stars in the latest version of Victor Hugo's influential 1869 novel adapted by Jean-Pierre Améris. READ MORE

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  3. The Race
    Inside the Early Awards Race: 'Argo,' 'The Master,' 'Silver Linings Playbook' Among Contenders

    Inside the Early Awards Race: 'Argo,' 'The Master,' 'Silver Linings Playbook' Among Contenders

    5:00 am PDT 9/12/2012
    • Scott Feinberg
    • Gregg Kilday
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    Ben Affleck jumps to the front of the line with "Argo" -- but sits out Terrence Malick's booed movie "To the Wonder" -- as a new Oscars hierarchy emerges after the Toronto, Telluride and Venice film festivals. READ MORE

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  4. Watch Video Kiefer Sutherland Addresses 'Negative Impact' of America's Response to 9/11 (Video)

    Kiefer Sutherland Addresses 'Negative Impact' of America's Response to 9/11 (Video)

    11:52 am PDT 9/11/2012
    • Erin Carlson
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    The former "24" actor talked with THR while promoting his latest film, "The Reluctant Fundamentalist." READ MORE

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  5. Italy's President Calls Marco Bellocchio to Praise 'Dormant Beauty' After Venice Snub

    Italy's President Calls Marco Bellocchio to Praise 'Dormant Beauty' After Venice Snub

    11:01 am PDT 9/11/2012
    • Eric J. Lyman
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    Giorgio Napolitano called the director to say he "appreciated" the film, while newspapers said its chances for an Oscar candidacy could be hurt by the lack of a major prize. READ MORE

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  6. Venice Film Fest Ends Amid Controversy, Media Backlash

    Venice Film Fest Ends Amid Controversy, Media Backlash

    9:50 pm PDT 9/10/2012
    • Eric J. Lyman
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    Clouded by the media attacks were the presence of a strong lineup, the debut of a new market event and an eclectic group of award winners; see the complete list of this year's honorees here. READ MORE

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  7. Marco Bellocchio, Matteo Garrone Swear Off Festivals After Bad Venice Experiences

    Marco Bellocchio, Matteo Garrone Swear Off Festivals After Bad Venice Experiences

    1:21 pm PDT 9/10/2012
    • Eric J. Lyman
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    Bellocchio was in competition with "Dormant Beauty," while Garrone was the lone Italian member of the jury. READ MORE

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  8. Toronto 2012: Harvey Weinstein and Paul Thomas Anderson Respond to 'The Master' Venice Flap

    Toronto 2012: Harvey Weinstein and Paul Thomas Anderson Respond to 'The Master' Venice Flap

    3:02 pm PDT 9/8/2012
    • Etan Vlessing
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    The director and mega producer said they were happy with their haul of awards, even as one was left on the table. READ MORE

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  9. Venice Film Festival Jury Yanks Top Prize from 'The Master' (Exclusive)

    Venice Film Festival Jury Yanks Top Prize from 'The Master' (Exclusive)

    11:05 am PDT 9/8/2012
    • Matthew Belloni
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    Sources say the jury was set to award the Golden Lion to the Paul Thomas Anderson-directed feature but, because of a quirk in the rules, has decided to give the award instead to Korean director Kim Ki-duk's "Pieta." READ MORE

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  10. It Was Better Tomorrow (Ya man aach): Venice Review

    9:08 pm PDT 9/7/2012
    • Deborah Young
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    Top Tunisian producers Habib Attia and Dora Bouchoucha team up for writer-director Hinde Boujemaa's unusual view on the revolution. READ MORE

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  11. Venice 2012: De Palma’s ‘Passion,’ Comencini’s ‘A Special Day’ Premiere on Festival’s Penultimate Day

    Venice 2012: De Palma’s ‘Passion,’ Comencini’s ‘A Special Day’ Premiere on Festival’s Penultimate Day

    4:22 pm PDT 9/7/2012
    • Alexandra Zawia
    • Eric J. Lyman
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    The first collateral prizes also started to come in Friday, led by a pair of films from the Venice Days sidebar. READ MORE

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  12. Review
    Me Too (Ya tozhe hochu): Venice Review

    Me Too (Ya tozhe hochu): Venice Review

    10:42 am PDT 9/7/2012
    • Neil Young
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    A non-professional cast headed by Aleksandr Mosin populate the latest provocation from Russian maverick Alexey Balabanov, premiering at Venice. READ MORE

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  13. Venice 2012: Kristin Scott Thomas on Her Latest Roles and Her Discontent with the Oscars

    Venice 2012: Kristin Scott Thomas on Her Latest Roles and Her Discontent with the Oscars

    6:39 am PDT 9/7/2012
    • Alexandra Zawia
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    The star discusses her role as a “terrifying godmother” in Nicolas Winding Refn’s “Only God Forgives," her twisted love for Brian de Palma and how Prince kick-started her career. READ MORE

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  14. Venice 2012: Korean Film 'The Weight' Wins Queer Lion Prize

    Venice 2012: Korean Film 'The Weight' Wins Queer Lion Prize

    5:54 am PDT 9/7/2012
    • Eric J. Lyman
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    The Queer Lion prize, now in its 6th year, honors the best film that portrays lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender characters. READ MORE

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  15. Review
    Passion: Venice Review

    Passion: Venice Review

    4:48 am PDT 9/7/2012
    • Neil Young
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    Noomi Rapace and Rachel McAdams star in Brian De Palma's Berlin-set remake of a 2010 French thriller, premiering in Competition at Venice before its Toronto Film Festival bow. READ MORE

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  16. Review
    Forgotten: Venice Review

    Forgotten: Venice Review

    11:17 pm PDT 9/6/2012
    • David Rooney
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    In debuting German director Alex Schmidt's psychological horror thriller, the disturbing world of childhood fear and fantasy continues to resonate in the characters' adult lives. READ MORE

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  17. The Fifth Season: Venice Review

    10:43 pm PDT 9/6/2012
    • David Rooney
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    The third dramatic feature from former documakers Peter Brosens and Jessica Woodworth is a surreal meditation on nature in revolt against man. READ MORE

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  18. Venice 2012: Robert Redford's 'The Company You Keep' Turns Heads on Lido

    Venice 2012: Robert Redford's 'The Company You Keep' Turns Heads on Lido

    3:09 pm PDT 9/6/2012
    • Alexandra Zawia
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    The thriller, which boasts an all-star cast, is the first film to both star and be helmed by the Sundance founder since 2007. READ MORE

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  19. Review
    Kiss of the Damned: Venice Review

    Kiss of the Damned: Venice Review

    11:27 am PDT 9/6/2012
    • Neil Young
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    Xan Cassavetes' new film offers a hipster take on the ongoing vampire craze, while paying homage to genre icons of the '60s and '70s. READ MORE

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  20. Review
    Thy Womb (Sinapupunan): Venice Review

    Thy Womb (Sinapupunan): Venice Review

    9:13 am PDT 9/6/2012
    • Neil Young
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    Philippines entertainment legend Nora Aunor stars in a drama by award-winning director Brillante Mendoza. READ MORE

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