Luca Guadagnino Returns to Venice with Daniel Craig in 'Queer'

Luca Guadagnino debuts his film 'Queer' at the Venice Film Festival. The movie, starring Daniel Craig, adapts William S. Burroughs' novel about an American expat in 1950s Mexico. Written by Justin Kuritzkes, 'Queer' arrives amid high anticipation, following Guadagnino's delayed project 'Challengers' due to an actors strike last year.

Celebrated filmmaker Luca Guadagnino returns to the Venice Film Festival, premiering his latest project 'Queer,' starring Daniel Craig. Adapted from William S. Burroughs' novel, the film explores an American expat's obsession with a young male student in 1950s Mexico. The screenplay, penned by Justin Kuritzkes, captures the novel's poignant themes.

Despite not having the typical red carpet flair last year due to the delayed release of 'Challengers,' Guadagnino's current film 'Queer' is generating significant buzz. The film's debut comes in the festival's main competition, with Daniel Craig delivering what festival director Alberto Barbera calls a 'career defining performance.'

As the 81st edition of the festival progresses, numerous films including 'Joker: Folie à Deux' and 'Maria' continue to stir discussions among attendees. Awards will be announced on the festival's closing day, September 7, highlighting the event's diverse cinematic achievements.

(With inputs from agencies.)