Venice News Today — November 1, 2026

The entertainment world is abuzz today with a mix of glamour, controversy, and artistic expression. In the spotlight, celebrities like Harry Styles are being celebrated for their talents, with the singer being honored by Jalen Brunson at Madison Square Garden. Meanwhile, stars of popular TV shows, such as 'SNL' and 'Percy Jackson', are making headlines for their on-screen performances, from navigating product placement challenges to mastering emotional scenes.

The world of cinema is also getting a lot of attention, with discussions around the evolution of film and its impact on society. The director of 'Before the Rain', Milcho Manchevski, is speaking out about the state of cinema, citing the 'death of beauty' in the industry. Similarly, Ken Russell's classic film 'The Devils' is being reevaluated for its relevance in today's world, with many drawing parallels between the movie's themes and the chaos of the modern era. These conversations highlight the power of entertainment to reflect and shape our culture, and Venice readers can expect a deeper dive into these stories and more throughout the day.

Today's signal:
• ‘SNL’: Telenovela Star Inde Navarrette’s Product Placement Turns Poisonous (rollingstone.com)
• ‘SNL’ Cold Open: Trump Crashes Tom Hanks’ Halloween to Praise His ‘Great A**’ (rollingstone.com)
• Harry Styles Honored by Jalen Brunson at Madison Square Garden, Receives 30 Nights Banner (rollingstone.com)
• ‘Before the Rain’ Director Milcho Manchevski on Tokyo Competition Title ‘Sister Brother Manhole Cover,’ Whistleblowing and the ‘Death of Beauty’ in Cinema (variety.com)
• ‘Percy Jackson’ Stars on Learning to Scream and Sob on Set of Season 3: ‘I Love Playing the Dark Type of Scenes’ (variety.com)
• Ken Russell’s ‘The Devils’ Feels More Relevant Than It Did 55 Years Ago. That’s Because It’s About a World Gone Mad (variety.com)