Two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett will serve as the jury head of the 2020 Venice International Film Festival.In a statement, the festival organisers said the decision was made on January 10 by the Board of Directors chaired by Paolo Baratta.The 50-year-old actor’s name for jury president was recommended by festival director Alberto Barbera.Blanchett, who previously served as head of Cannes Film Festival jury in 2018, said to lead the Venice jury is a “privilege” and “pleasure”.”Her immense talent as an actress, combined with her unique intelligence and sincere passion for cinema, are the ideal qualities for a jury president,” he added.Blanchett is best known for her performances in films such as “The Aviator”, “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button”, “Carol”, “Blue Jasmine” and “Lord of the Rings” trilogy.The 77th edition of the Venice Film Festival will be held from September 2 to 12.
