So, what's the deal with Wolfs? Directed by Jon Watts and backed by heavyweights like Apple and Sony, this movie had a world premiere that was nothing short of spectacular. As the red carpet rolled out, the anticipation was palpable. Fans and media alike were glued to the scene outside Palazzo del Cinema, eagerly awaiting the arrival of two of Hollywood’s biggest names: Brad Pitt and George Clooney. And boy, did they deliver!
When Pitt and Clooney showed up, it was like the whole place erupted. The crowd went wild, snapping photos and shouting cheers as the dynamic duo made their way to the screening. It’s no surprise that Wolfs got an almost five-minute standing ovation. That’s right—five minutes of pure adulation. The atmosphere was electric, with Pitt even belting out a tune from Sade and Clooney flashing a grateful “Grazie” to the adoring audience.
Now, let’s dive into the film itself. Wolfs is a true treat for fans of action and comedy alike. It features Pitt and Clooney as two fixers who, in a twist of fate, end up working the same case. It's a clever premise, crafted by Watts himself, and it’s already making waves. The film also boasts an impressive cast, including Amy Ryan, Austin Abrams, Poorna Jagannathan, Richard Kind, and Zlatko Burić. On the production front, Clooney’s Smokehouse Productions and Pitt’s Plan B are at the helm, with Watts and Dianne McGunigle joining the producing team. And let’s not forget Michael Beugg as the executive producer.
The excitement doesn’t end with the premiere. Just last month, Apple confirmed that a sequel to Wolfs is already in the works. If that’s not enough to get you excited, mark your calendars: Wolfs will hit select theaters on September 20, courtesy of Sony, and then make its global debut on Apple TV+ on September 27.
The Venice Film Festival this year has been a real star-studded affair, and Wolfs is just one part of it. The festival has embraced a major theme this year: Movie stars are back and better than ever! Pitt and Clooney are leading the charge, but they’re not alone. Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix are set to dazzle as DC villains in Todd Phillips' Joker: Folie à Deux. Tilda Swinton and Julianne Moore are also making waves with Pedro Almodóvar’s English-language debut, The Room Next Door. Daniel Craig is taking the spotlight in Luca Guadagnino’s Queer, joined by Lesley Manville and Drew Starkey. Nicole Kidman is starring in Babygirl with Harris Dickinson, while Antonio Banderas teams up with Halina Reijn. And Cate Blanchett? She’s headlining Alfonso Cuarón's new Apple TV+ series, Disclaimer, alongside Kevin Kline and Sacha Baron Cohen.
Let’s not forget Tim Burton’s much-anticipated return to the fantastical with Beetlejuice. The film opened the festival with a bang, featuring a stellar cast that includes Michael Keaton, Jenna Ortega, Winona Ryder, Willem Dafoe, Catherine O’Hara, and Italian icon Monica Bellucci. It’s a roll call of incredible talent, all set against Burton’s signature darkly whimsical backdrop.
And there’s even more to look forward to: Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist brings together Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, and Joe Alwyn, while Justin Kurzel’s The Order showcases Nicholas Hoult, Jude Law, and Tye Sheridan. The festival is truly bursting with star power and cinematic brilliance.
In summary, the Venice Film Festival is once again proving why it’s one of the most glamorous and eagerly anticipated events in the film industry. With Wolfs kicking things off in spectacular fashion and a roster of films and stars that are simply too exciting to miss, this year’s festival is shaping up to be one for the history books.
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