George Clooney and Brad Pitt are set to grace the Venice Film Festival with the world premiere of their latest film, 'Wolfs.' Directed by Jon Watts, the crime-thriller features the Hollywood stars as lone wolf fixers inadvertently hired for the same job to conceal a crime.
Although 'Wolfs' is not in competition at the festival, it will have its debut screening on the Lido on Sunday evening. The film is scheduled for a limited theatrical release starting on September 20, followed by its availability on Apple TV+ from September 27.
Both Clooney and Pitt are familiar faces at the Venice Film Festival, with Clooney having premiered films like 'Gravity' and 'Good Night and Good Luck,' and Pitt with titles such as 'Ad Astra' and 'The Assassination of Jesse James…' Their joint appearance on the festival's red carpet occurred back in 2008 for the premiere of 'Burn After Reading.'
'Wolfs' was acquired by Apple TV+ after a competitive bidding process, outbidding traditional studios and other streaming services. Initially expected to have a significant theatrical release, recent announcements indicate a more limited theatrical run with a quicker transition to streaming.
Director Jon Watts expressed his excitement for 'Wolfs,' describing it as a return to street-level storytelling after his work on big-budget superhero films. The film explores the dynamics between two dedicated professionals forced to collaborate, set against the backdrop of New York City in a single night.
Brad Pitt's presence at the festival coincides with his ex-wife Angelina Jolie's attendance, where she received acclaim for her role as opera singer Maria Callas in 'Maria.' The former couple, who were together for a decade before marrying in 2014 and subsequently divorcing in 2016, are still navigating custody and financial matters.
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