Luca Guadagnino is getting another major honor for his work in film. The filmmaker will receive the Glory to the Filmmaker Award at the 2026 Venice Film Festival, according to The Hollywood Reporter the award recognizes filmmakers who have made a lasting impact on contemporary cinema.
Guadagnino has built a career that spans different genres and styles, with films such as Call Me by Your Name, Suspiria, Bones and All, and Challengers helping establish him as one of the most recognizable directors working today.
Guadagnino will also have another connection to this year’s festival. His documentary about Italian filmmaker Bernardo Bertolucci is expected to premiere at Venice, giving audiences another chance to see his work on the big screen.
While Guadagnino has several projects in the works, his upcoming film Artificial, starring Andrew Garfield and Yorgos Lanthimos, will not be part of this year’s Venice lineup.
The Glory to the Filmmaker Award adds another notable achievement to Guadagnino’s career. His work has earned plenty of attention over the years, both from critics and audiences, and the honor gives the director another reason to celebrate during this year’s festival.
The 83rd Venice Film Festival will take place from September 2 through September 12, 2026. With Guadagnino among this year’s honorees, the festival will once again spotlight filmmakers who continue to make an impact on the industry.
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