Isabelle Huppert will be the president of the international jury of the 81st Venice International Film Festival, which takes place August 28 – September 7, 2024, the Board of Directors of the Biennale di Venezia announced Wednesday.
The French actress will preside over the jury that awards the Golden Lion for best film, a Silver Lion for grand jury prize and another Silver Lion for best director, as well as five other official awards.
Huppert is one of France’s most celebrated actors, known for her daring choices and peerless ability to bring emotional depth to austere, often disconcerting characters. She has worked with many prominent filmmakers from around the world over her five-decade career, during which she has amassed a treasure trove of awards.
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