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In 1934, the festival was declared to be an annual event, and participation grew from nine countries to seventeen. That year the festival also gave its first official awards, namely the Mussolini Cup for Best Italian Film, the Mussolini Cup for Best Foreign Film, and the Corporations Ministry Cup.
Aug 27, 2019 · The Venice Film Festival (Italian: Mostra Internazionale di Arte Cinematografica di Venezia) is the oldest in the world; its first (non-competitive) edition was held between the 6 th and 21 st of August 1932 on the terrace of the Hotel Excelsior on the Venice Lido, almost 90 years ago.
Jul 12, 2023 · The Venice International Film Festival has a rich and complex history that spans over nine decades. In the 1930s, Italian citizens were deeply interested in film, and the festival was created to celebrate Italian culture and showcase international films.
The second Festival was held from 1 to 20 August 1934 and for the first time it included a competition. 19 countries took part with over 300 accredited journalists. The "Coppa Mussolini" was introduced for best foreign film and best Italian film; however there was no actual jury.
Aug 15, 2019 · Culture & History, Europe, Travel Destinations. By Johan Smits. Posted on 15 August 2019 (Updated 15 February 2021) It’s no less than 86 years ago since the famous Venice Film Festival first saw the light of day in August 1932, making it the oldest film festival in the world.
May 15, 2024 · The Venice Film Festival was founded in 1932 as the Esposizione d’Arte Cinematografica (Exhibition of Cinematographic Arts), which was a part of that year’s Venice Biennale, the second to be held under the aegis of the Italian fascist government. (Music and theatre were also added to the Biennale in the 1930s.)
Sep 1, 2021 · It ran for 15 days and featured films from nine countries. There was no festival in 1933, but it was declared an annual event at the 1934 edition, when the first awards were handed out. In 1936, along with the addition of a jury to decide the awards, the festival was separated from the Biennale.
