79th Locarno Film Festival Opens Today, Honoring Isabella Rossellini

The 79th Locarno Film Festival commences today, August 5, 2026, in southern Switzerland, featuring the screening of 'Les yeux verts' and the presentation of the Excellence Award to Italian actress Isabella Rossellini. Over 233 films, including 103 world premieres, will be screened during the 11-day festival, impacting the international film community and audiences.