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Sofia Coppola wins the coveted Golden Lion award for her new film Somewhere as the Venice Film Festival comes to a close.

Whether a hoax or not, a new documentary about Joaquin Phoenix and his transition from acclaimed, brooding actor to bearded, shambolic hip-hop wannabe has captivated viewers at the Venice film festival.

The annual event is a reliable gauge on which movies will screen well and stand the test of time. This year's festival includes some high-profile adult dramas.The annual event is a reliable gauge on which movies will screen well and stand the test of time.

Film News: Comedy from South Korea gets last laugh at Cannes -- Beating out strong contenders, South Korean comedy "Hahaha," from writer-director Hong Sang-soo, took the top Un Certain Regard Prize.

Until "Biutiful" showed up, the Competition appeared to be a rush to the bottom.

Despite all the news surrounding Cannes over rights issues, recent storms, and a volcano's cloud of ash, the show must go on at the Cannes Film Festival and Cinematical names ten films to look out for this year.

Hard times for the economy. Hard times for the Cannes Film Festival, at least in terms of splashy Hollywood films for which the world's most prestigious cinema showcase is known....

Ridley Scott's "Robin Hood," starring Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett, has been selected as the opening-night film for the upcoming Festival de Cannes.

"Honey" by Semih Kaplanoglu, which won the Golden Bear for best film at the Berlin International Film Festival on Saturday, has closed deals for several major territories.

Harvey Weinstein is the new champion of late Iraq War hero Pat Tillman.