Venice Golden Lion Awarded to 'Woman Unknown'; TIFF and Cannes Buzz Continues

The 83rd Venice Film Festival concluded with May el-Toukhy's psychological thriller 'Woman Unknown' taking home the prestigious Golden Lion for Best Film. El-Toukhy was one of only two female directors competing for the top prize, a point highlighted by jury president Maggie Gyllenhaal.

Meanwhile, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is showcasing a strong presence of Indigenous filmmakers and celebrating African cinema with screenings like 'Muganga, the One Who Treats.' The Cannes prize-winning Nepali Oscar entry 'Elephants in the Fog' is also generating international sales and screening at TIFF, underscoring the global reach of festival-selected films.