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Tilda Swinton and Rachel Weisz bring star power to Venice Film Festival's Day 7

Former James Bond actor Daniel Craig premiered his new film Queer

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Rebecca Lewis - Los Angeles
Los Angeles correspondentLos Angeles
Updated: September 3, 2024

The Venice Film Festival is in full swing with its seventh day and on Tuesday major British stars graced the red carpets.

One of the main events of the day was the photocall and premiere of Luca Guadagnino's latest offering, Queer, which stars James Bond actor Daniel Craig and Scream: Resurrection's Drew Starkey.

Daniel hit the red carpet in a cool Loewe suit, and he wasn't the only British A-lister in attendance, as The Crown actress Lesley Manville joined him.

See below for the best looks from day seven...

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Daniel Craig

The iconic actor channelled his Knives Out character Benoit Blanc as he donned a smart-casual ensemble, consisting of a white shirt and jeans for the photocall of his new film Queer.

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For the evening premiere, Daniel wore a Loewe suit, paired with brown loafers.

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Rachel Weisz

Daniel's wife Rachel Weisz wore a gorgeous midnight blue sparkling gown by Atelier Versace for the premiere. 
The dress featured a sheer cape, which gave a playful look to the fit, and a sweetheart neckline.


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Lesley Manville

Lesley's dress wasn't worlds away from the fashion of Princess Margaret, with the actress donning a striped dress that carried several unique patterns.

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But for the evening premiere it was glam time, as Lesley also wore Loewe.


The silk gown featured an open sleeve and a long cape, while ruche detailing and a tortoiseshell clip gave shape to the look.


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Ethan Hawke

Hollywood star Ethan Hawke was seen at the Film Festival and he rocked an all-grey look as he rocked up.

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Omar Apollo

Omar is set to play a love interest of Daniel's in Queer as he makes his film debut. The popular American singer looked super stylish in a brown shirt with green trousers.

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Omar also wore Loewe to the red carpet; he rocked a black oversized suit with a gold metal mesh tank.

The fashion house had collaborated with Luca Guadagnino, the director of Queer, on a 2024/2025 showcase, and their close relationship revealed itself in the  brand's choice to help dress the cast.

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Tilda Swinton

Tilda Swinton wore "totally important designer" Alaia to the red carpet. 

The stunning white dress hit above the ankle and showed off a pair of clashing bright blue heels.


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Taylor Russell

Jury member Taylor Russel knocked it out of the park again on day seven in this Loewe gown.

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Georgina Rodriguez

Georgina Rodriguez made a surprise appearance at the Queer red carpet.

The wife of Cristiano Ronaldo wore Oscar de la Renta.

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Isabelle Hubert

President of the Jury, Isabelle wore a sparkling neutral Armani Privé gown with matching beret

 

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