Official announcement from the Venice Film Festival

Daniel Craig Stars in Luca Guadagnino's 'Queer,' Premieres at Venice Film Festival

Sep 3, 2024, 04:50 PM

Luca Guadagnino's film 'Queer,' starring Daniel Craig, premiered at the Venice Film Festival. The movie is an adaptation of William S. Burroughs' novella and is set in 1950s Mexico. It explores themes of unrequited love, addiction, and ayahuasca, and has been described as emotionally sealed off and transportive. Critics have praised Craig's performance, noting that he embodies the sardonic spirit of Burroughs. The film has been reviewed as a bold and trippy adaptation, showcasing a new side of Craig. The Venice Film Festival also featured a red carpet event with Craig and Guadagnino.