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Julia Roberts' Venice Debut for After the Hunt Includes Rare PDA With Husband Danny Moder

Her festival bow drew a warm ovation, offering a rare public glimpse into a marriage the couple usually keeps offstage.

Overview

  • At the world premiere in Venice, the audience delivered an approximately six-minute standing ovation after director Luca Guadagnino rallied the cast, and Roberts appeared emotional as she acknowledged the crowd.
  • Roberts and cinematographer Danny Moder made a joint red carpet appearance for the premiere, a seldom-seen date night for the long-married pair.
  • Following the screening, Roberts posted a rare Instagram photo showing the couple embracing on a Venice boat with the caption "Venice" and a heart emoji.
  • Several outlets characterized the affectionate photo as countering past breakup rumors, reflecting broader media interest in the couple’s selective public moments.
  • After the Hunt follows an Ivy League professor confronting fallout over a student’s accusation and her own past, with release planned in select theaters Oct. 10 and wide on Oct. 17.