EXCLUSIVE : Venice Film Festival chief Alberto Barbera has attracted another stellar lineup with A-list talent and awards hopefuls in plentiful supply. Deadline sat down with the festival boss at midway point for a wide-ranging chat, during which we asked him about the reception to the films so far, what he makes of the awards ‘industry’, the health of U.S. studio movies, and his thoughts on yesterday’s Gaza march. Check out our chat below.

DEADLINE : Thanks for taking the time. How are you feeling about the festival so far?

ALBERTO BARBERA : I’m happy because there seems to be happiness about the lineup and quality of the films. We haven’t had any big problems to solve so far. There are a lot of people here. Most of the screenings are sold out. I think it has been a success so

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