Venice Classics Announces Restored Films Including Works by Polanski and Buñuel
Originally published Jul 3, 2026
By Zac Ntim · Deadline
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Key points
- Venice Classics will debut 19 restored films, including Roman Polanski’s Cul-de-sac.
- Tinto Brass’ 1967 film Deadly Sweet, starring Jean-Louis Trintignant and Ewa Aulin, will be restored and shown.
- The lineup includes works by directors such as Luis Buñuel and John Cassavetes.
The Venice Classics lineup for this year will feature 19 restored films, including Roman Polanski’s 1966 film Cul-de-sac, which has been restored by Fixafilm. Other notable titles include a restoration of Tinto Brass’ 1967 film Deadly Sweet, shot in London and starring Jean-Louis Trintignant and Ewa Aulin. The full list of restored films will be available shortly. The lineup also includes works by renowned directors such as Luis Buñuel and John Cassavetes, highlighting the festival’s commitment to preserving cinematic heritage.
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