Giovanni Veronesi's 'Dio Ride' Set to Conclude Venice Fest

WHO:

Deadline - Giovanni Veronesi is the writer and director of "Dio Ride."

Variety - The film stars Pierfrancesco Favino, Silvio Orlando, Alma Noce, Francesco Gheghi, Maurizio Lombardi, Paolo Rossi, and Carlo Cecchi.

WHAT:

Deadline - "Dio Ride" will close this year’s Venice Film Festival.

Variety - The film will screen in the out-of-competition section of the festival.

Variety - The English title of the film is "God Laughs."

WHERE:

Deadline - The film will be featured at the Venice Film Festival.

WHEN:

Variety - The 83rd Venice International Film Festival runs from September 2-12.

WHY:

Deadline - The film is set in the mid-1600s and is loosely based on true events, resonating strongly with present times.

HOW:

Deadline - The film is described as following a story that centers on significant themes relevant to contemporary issues.

(UPDATED July 17, 2026 11:23 UTC)

"Dio Ride," written and directed by Giovanni Veronesi, will close this year’s Venice Film Festival, screening in the out-of-competition section. The film, which stars Pierfrancesco Favino, Silvio Orlando, Alma Noce, Francesco Gheghi, Maurizio Lombardi, Paolo Rossi, and Carlo Cecchi, is set in the mid-1600s and loosely based on true events that resonate with contemporary issues. The 83rd Venice International Film Festival will take place from September 2 to 12.