The 81st Venice International Film Festival opened with the premiere of Tim Burton’s highly anticipated Beetlejuice sequel, featuring a star-studded cast including Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Jenna Ortega. The event saw a plethora of celebrities gracing the red carpet, including Cate Blanchett, Sigourney Weaver, and Poppy Delevingne. Sigourney Weaver, who received the prestigious Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement, reflected on her career and the strong female roles she has played. The festival marks a return to Hollywood glamour after a subdued edition last year due to the writers' strike. The Beetlejuice sequel, described by Burton as a heartfelt project, revisits the whimsical and chaotic world of the original 1988 cult classic. The festival runs from August 28 to September 7, 2024, with numerous A-listers expected to attend.