Venice Film Festival Opens
27 August 2008
The 65th Venice Film festival started today with tonight’s premiere of The Coen Brothers’ new movie ‘Burn after Reading’ opening the proceedings in the elegant Sala Grande of the Palzzo del Cinema. Not one to avoid the cameras George Clooney arrived in Venice, down the Grand Canal, by speedboat to join his fellow cast members Brad Pitt, John Malkovich, Tilda Swinton and Frances McDormand at the festival. Despite the A-list line up ‘Burn After Reading’ will not be entering the competition to win the coveted Golden Lion, the award given to the top film of the festival. During the festival:
Where to stay:
Hotel Cipriani: Now in its 50th year, the Cipriani remains the favourite hangout for festival regulars. +39-041-520-7744
Hotel Gritti Palace: Probably the best location in Venice. +39 041-520-0942
Danieli Hotel: A masterfully restored Palace +39 041-522-6480
Where to eat:
Corte Sconta: The best fish in Venice. +39-041-522-7024
Sempione: Charming canal side restaurant has been serving excellent Venetian cuisine for over 90 years. +39-041-522-6022
Harry’s Bar: Although the food may not be as good as it once was, Harry’s bar remains a Venetian classic. +39-041-528-5777
