Venice News Today — August 25, 2026
‘NAZA’ Documentary From ‘No Other Land’ Directors Acquired by MK2 Films Ahead of Venice Film Festival Premiere and more — today's venice signal.
The Venice Film Festival is just around the corner, and the city's cultural scene is buzzing with excitement. Film enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to, as several high-profile documentaries and masterclasses are set to take center stage. MK2 Films has acquired the documentary 'NAZA', directed by the same team behind 'No Other Land', which is slated to premiere at the festival. Adding to the excitement, George Clooney, Ellen Burstyn, and Luca Guadagnino are among the stars set to lead masterclasses at the event, offering a unique opportunity for aspiring filmmakers and industry professionals to learn from the best.
Beyond the film festival, other news is making waves in the entertainment world. Liza Soberano has joined the jury for the Golden Globes Impact Prize for Documentary, which will be presented during the Venice Film Festival. Meanwhile, in the world of television, Hulu has canceled Mindy Kaling's comedy 'Not Suitable for Work' after just one season. Music fans are also in for a treat, as Van Halen's Michael Anthony recently performed 'Runnin' With The Devil' with Jason Bonham. And in the realm of music releases, Olivia Rodrigo's latest project is gaining traction, with the artist spreading 'Serena Joy' around, days after releasing an exclusive CD. With so much happening in film, television, and music, there's never been a more exciting time to be in Venice.
Today's signal:
• ‘NAZA’ Documentary From ‘No Other Land’ Directors Acquired by MK2 Films Ahead of Venice Film Festival Premiere (variety.com)
• George Clooney, Ellen Burstyn, Luca Guadagnino and More Set for Venice Masterclasses (variety.com)
• Liza Soberano Joins Jury for Golden Globes Impact Prize for Documentary, Presented During Venice Film Festival (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Hulu Cancels Mindy Kaling-Created Comedy ‘Not Suitable for Work’ After One Season (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)
• Watch Van Halen’s Michael Anthony Play ‘Runnin’ With The Devil’ With Jason Bonham (rollingstone.com)
• Olivia Rodrigo, Days After Releasing via Exclusive CD, Spreads ‘Serena Joy’ Around (rollingstone.com)