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Aerial view of Venice, Italy, showing densely packed terracotta-roofed buildings along bright turquoise canals, with boats moving through the waterways. In the foreground, a large white-domed church stands out among the historic architecture, while across the lagoon small islands and waterfront buildings stretch into the distance under clear blue skies.

The Magic of Venice, and the Venice International Film Festival

By David Bloom In Venice, it has always been about the light. It dances on the waters of the city of canals. It has enticed travelers on the Grand Tour for centuries, entranced artists, and enthralled writers. So it’s fitting that Venice is also home to the planet’s oldest celebration of the art built upon light, filmmaking. It’s too soon to know the lineup for this year’s Venice International Film Festival, to be held Sept. 2 to Sept. 12 on the Lido di Venezia, the beach-li

Panoramic sunset view of the Cannes harbor and Old Town (Le Suquet). Rows of white yachts are docked in the turquoise water, framed by warm-toned Mediterranean buildings and a historic hilltop castle under a soft, cloudy sky.

Roll Camera on Access: Take2Film Introduces Accessibility to the World’s Top Film Festivals

For decades, red carpets and world premieres have symbolized glamour, influence, and access. The question is: access for whom?

A vertical, eye-level view looking down the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, on an overcast day. In the foreground, the ornate, white Gothic facade of the Doge's Palace lines the left side, overlooking a wooden pier with red-and-white striped mooring poles. Gondolas and small motorboats navigate the greenish-blue water. In the background, the large, grey dome of the Santa Maria della Salute basilica rises above the terracotta-roofed buildings lining the canal.

Julie Sisk’s Lifelong Passions for Film and Travel Fueled Take2Film

By David Bloom and Andrea R. Vaucher Millions of people love to travel, devoting their free time and disposable income to visiting faraway destinations in search of compelling new experiences. And travel experiences are always more meaningful (and fun) when shared with like-minded souls, exploring a special place and time that brings together two loves at once.

Julie Sisk Launches Take2Film, Expert-Led Festival-Specific Travel Experiences for Culture Seekers

New venture offers insider access to the world’s most prestigious film festivals with an emphasis on culture, context, and accessibility. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / — After 37 years as the Founder and Director of The American Pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival, industry leader Julie Sisk announces the launch of her new venture: Take2Film — a curated travel experience for cinema lovers, immersive travel enthusiasts, and curious tra

What Does a Movie Producer Do?

The Unseen Architects: Understanding the Pivotal Role of a Movie Producer Behind every cinematic masterpiece, every box office hit, and every critically acclaimed indie gem stands a figure whose influence is pervasive yet often misunderstood: the movie producer. While directors helm the artistic vision and actors bring characters to life, it is the producer who serves as the film's foundational architect, its primary problem-solver, and its ultimate champion. Often dubbed the

A Brief History of Film

The Unfolding Frame: A Journey Through Cinema's Past, Present, and Future From flickering shadows on a wall to hyper-realistic digital worlds, the journey of film is a testament to human ingenuity, artistic ambition, and an insatiable desire to tell stories. More than a mere entertainment medium, cinema has shaped cultures, reflected societies, and offered a unique window into the human condition. This is a brief chronicle of how the moving image, once a scientific curiosity,

A History of the Cannes Film Festival

From the sun-drenched shores of the French Riviera, where the Mediterranean whispers tales of old and new, rises a monument to cinematic artistry: the Cannes Film Festival. More than just a festival, Cannes is a hallowed ground, a battleground of ideas, and a glittering stage where careers ignite and legends are etched into the very fabric of film history.