Mai ElToukhi's film wins Golden Lion at Venice
The film "An Unknown Woman," directed by Danish-Egyptian filmmaker Mai El Touki, won the Golden Lion for Best Film at the 2026 Venice International Film Festival, the festival's highest award. The film's lead actress, Matild Arsil, also received the Best Actress award for her performance. The festival was held from September 2 to 12, featuring competition among 21 films. Additionally, other films received awards in categories including Best Director, the Grand Jury Prize, and Best Screenplay, along with a special tribute to a documentary about the Israeli military's targeting of civilians in Gaza.
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