Maggie Gyllenhaal to Lead Venice Jury

Gyllenhaal follows in the footsteps of previous presidents like Alexander Payne and Julianne Moore.

Festival organizers praised her as a truthful and singular voice in contemporary cinema who is well-suited to lead the main competition jury.

The actress and director was last in Venice in 2021 with her acclaimed directorial debut 'The Lost Daughter.' The 2026 edition of the festival is set to take place from September 2 to 12, showcasing a wide range of international auteur-driven projects.