Actress Janine Gutierrez shared her excitement as her film “Phantosmia,” directed by Lav Diaz, will premiere at the 2024 La Biennale di Venezia’s Venice International Film Festival.
In a social media post, Gutierrez expressed her gratitude and joy for the opportunity.
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“Sooooo grateful and happy and honored to be part of this film!!! Venice has always been a dream and I’m just, again, so grateful to the Lavteam and to everyone else who’s trusted me enough to cast me in their films and series,” she said.
Gutierrez further shared how the opportunity aligned with her dedication to creating impactful film projects.
“All I’ve ever wanted is to make good projects and I’m just so thankful that all the work has led me here, part of another story that showcases our Filipino filmmaking to the world,” she added.
“Phantosmia” will premiere in the festival’s Out of Competition category.
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The La Biennale di Venezia is an international cultural exhibition in Venice, Italy. The Venice International Film Festival will be held at the Lido di Venezia from August 28 to September 7.