From Variety · John Hopewell · · 40s
San Sebastián 2026 Film Festival Highlights
Brad Pitt, Penélope Cruz and Spanish cinema shine at San Sebastián 2026.
In brief
Brad Pitt, Penélope Cruz and Spanish cinema shine at San Sebastián 2026. Brad Pitt returns to San Sebastián with 'Heart of the Beast' while Penélope Cruz leads Oscar contenders at the festival. Originally reported by Variety.
Festival Returns
San Sebastián film festival opens Sept. 18.
Brad Pitt Returns
Pitt returns with 'Heart of the Beast' after 'Inglourious Basterds'.
Penélope Cruz
Cruz leads Oscar contenders with 'The Invite' and 'La Bola Negra'.
Javier Bardem
Bardem expected at festival for Rodrigo Sorogoyen's 'The Beloved'.
Naomi Watts
Watts receives Donostia Award Sept. 19.
Werner Herzog
Herzog picks up German cinema award at opening ceremony.
What it means
Brad Pitt returns to San Sebastián with 'Heart of the Beast' while Penélope Cruz leads Oscar contenders at the festival.
