Johnny Depp's Modi to Premiere at San Sebastián

The San Sebastian Film Festival, scheduled for September 20-28, has announced the addition of several titles to its lineup, including Johnny Depp's second directorial feature, 'Modi – Three Days on the Wing of Madness', which will premiere out of competition. The biographical film, depicting the life of Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani, stars Riccardo Scamarcio alongside Al Pacino and Stephen Graham, and explores chaotic events in Paris during World War I. Depp, who previously received the Donostia Award for lifetime achievement in 2021, continues to be a controversial figure in Hollywood. Other notable screenings include Thierry Frémaux's 'Lumière!, l’aventure continue', and new works from directors Piet Baumgartner and Sylvia Le Fanu in the New Directors section. This year, Oscar winner Cate Blanchett will also be honored with the Donostia Award. The festival will showcase films competing for the prestigious Golden Shell, featuring renowned filmmakers such as Mike Leigh and Costa-Gavras.