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May el-Toukhy's 'Woman Unknown' Wins Top Prize at Venice Film Festival 2026

May el-Toukhy has made history at the 2026 Venice Film Festival, where her film 'Woman Unknown' won the Golden Lion as the only female-directed entry in competition.

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'Woman Unknown' wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival

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Mathilde Arcel receives Best Actress for 'Woman Unknown'

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John Malkovich named Best Actor at festival awards

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'Woman Unknown' wins Golden Lion at Venice

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Director honors struggles of silent women

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John Malkovich wins Best Actor at Venice Film Festival

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