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Entertainment · Film · published 2026-09-07 · via Deadline

Venice Premiere Halted as Director Intervenes Over Subtitle Glitch, Then Film Earns Standing Ovation

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Director May El-Toukhy halted the world premiere of her Golden Lion contender 'Woman Unknown' at the Venice Film Festival after subtitles fell out of sync. She left the auditorium and returned with producer Mikael Riek, who announced a 15-minute rewind to ensure proper viewing. The screening resumed and the film ultimately received a 7.5-minute ovation.

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