20th Venice International Film Festival

The 20th annual Venice International Film Festival was held from 23 August to 6 September 1959.

20th Venice International Film Festival
LocationVenice, Italy
Founded1932
AwardsGolden Lion:
The Great War
General della Rovere
Festival date23 August – 6 September 1959
WebsiteWebsite

Italian film critic Luigi Chiarini was the Jury President for the main competition. The Golden Lion was awarded to The Great War directed by Mario Monicelli and General della Rovere directed by Roberto Rossellini.

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