Jim Jarmusch’s Father Mother Sister Brother Wins Venice Golden Lion

Jim Jarmusch's film "Father Mother Sister Brother" won the prestigious Golden Lion for Best Film at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, marking a significant recognition for the acclaimed U.S. independent director. The film, a three-part meditation on family dynamics and aging set across New Jersey, Dublin, and Paris, features a notable ensemble cast including Tom Waits, Adam Driver, and Cate Blanchett, and received mainly positive critical reviews despite initial doubts about its chances. The Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize went to "The Voice of Hind Rajab," a poignant true-life drama by Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania about the killing of a Palestinian child during the Gaza conflict. Additionally, Benny Safdie won the Silver Lion for Best Director for "Smashing Machine," while Toni Servillo and Xin Zhilei were awarded Best Actor and Best Actress respectively. The festival concluded with diverse honors celebrating films and artists from around the world, underscoring Venice's role as a key event in the international awards season.