Venice News Today — July 30, 2026
‘Balcanica,’ Starring Matilda De Angelis, Picked Up by M-Appeal Ahead of Venice World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE) and more — today's venice signal.
The Venice film scene is buzzing with exciting news as M-Appeal has picked up 'Balcanica', starring Matilda De Angelis, ahead of its world premiere at the festival. This highly anticipated film is sure to be a highlight of the event, showcasing the talents of De Angelis and the rest of the cast. Meanwhile, the Busan Asian Project Market has announced its 30 selections for the 2026 edition, giving a glimpse into the future of Asian cinema.
In other entertainment news, Ben Affleck has made headlines by winning a $1 million prize on 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire', following in the footsteps of his friend Matt Damon who won the same prize a year ago. Music fans are also talking about the Grammy Awards, with the chief expressing sadness that BTS won't be submitting for the 2027 Awards. For Beatles enthusiasts, a new 'Rubber Soul' Super Deluxe Edition is set to be released, and fans can already pre-order it online. These stories highlight the diverse and exciting world of entertainment, from film and television to music.
Today's signal:
• ‘Balcanica,’ Starring Matilda De Angelis, Picked Up by M-Appeal Ahead of Venice World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Busan’s Asian Project Market Unveils 30 Selections for 2026 Edition (variety.com)
• Ben Affleck Captures $1 Million on ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,’ a Year After Matt Damon Wins Prize (rollingstone.com)
• Ben Affleck Wins $1 Million Prize on ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,’ One Year After Matt Damon Did the Same (variety.com)
• Grammy Chief ‘Saddened to Hear’ That BTS Won’t Submit for 2027 Awards (variety.com)
• Where to Pre-Order the Beatles’ New ‘Rubber Soul’ Super Deluxe Edition Online (rollingstone.com)