George Clooney's Storied Connection with Venice

The relationship of George Clooney with Venice is as storied and spectacular as the city. It has been 26 years since the actor visited the Venice Film Festival with the movie “Out of Sight” for the first time. He feels the connection, as he has not only been a part of the city through cinema all these years but also celebrated 10 years with Amal Alamuddin in Venice officially. This year, Clooney takes part in Venice for the first time in seven years with “Wolfs,” a heist thriller directed by Jon Watts that also reunites him with Brad Pitt.

The actor’s relationship with the Venice Film Festival began 26 years ago when “Out of Sight” was presented at the event. This led to more professional and personal events held by Clooney, as 19 years ago, he presented his piece “Good Night, and Good Luck,” which made him an Oscar nominee for best director before premiering at the festival. Now, Venice seems even more in his blood than it was then, and not least because it hosts his star wedding in Aman Venice.

As his career has continued, he always made time to return to the festival with his cinematic projects. His performances in “Michael Clayton” and the Coen Brothers comedies stand out, and when he was absent from Venice, he always made sure to visit his home on Lake Como. In fact, it is important how Clooney is perceived in Venice and Italy, not just through his work. For example, the entire Italian media followed his previous wedding closely.

The return of Clooney after seven years with the movie “Wolfs” is important because it coincides with some fluctuations in the film distribution system. It is important to note that the film was supposed to be released in the usual way, but before it premieres on Apple TV+, it will be shown in theaters for a limited time. In the end, the search for a couple of additional million viewers is good news. This is how it will work in the future.

The desire of Clooney to be perceived as an actor who takes part in films that are in the gray zone of attachment to traditional cinema seems to be the reality of the future. The reasons for this trend can be understood if an actor who is entering old age does not want to risk box office and regularly appears in the press with statements promoting movies before their digital release.

George Clooney’s connection with Venice and his activity concerning films seem to contain a little reconsideration and need for innovation. As the actor and producer’s actions regarding the release of “Wolfs” show, it is his perception as a cinema figure will undoubtedly contribute to the formation of modern trends in the film distribution system and the place of film festivals in them. At the same time, Clooney, like the city of Venice, always seems to attract.