Overview

• Angelina Jolie will present Alice Winocour’s Couture in Official Competition on September 21 alongside Louis Garrel and Garance Marillier, with Jolie credited as star and co-producer.
• Festival director José Luis Rebordinos said arranging the visit was very complicated because Jolie had only one day free while filming in London, prompting schedule changes across events.
• The 73rd edition runs September 19–27 with 254 films from 56 countries, featuring a strong Spanish slate and notable Argentine presence that includes the opening film 27 noches.
• Jennifer Lawrence will receive a Donostia award on September 26 and producer Esther García is also honored, with additional marquee guests such as Colin Farrell and Juliette Binoche expected.
• Festival leadership has condemned the violence in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire, underscoring a politically engaged program.