Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 31, 2025 · Entertainment

Cate Blanchett Soars in Bird Feather Gown at Venice Film Festival

Cate Blanchett stole the show at the Venice International Film Festival on Sunday, as she attended the Father Mother Sister Brother premiere

VENICE FILM FESTIVAL EXCLUSIVE: CATE BLANCHETT SHINES AT "FATHER MOTHER SISTER BROTHER" PREMIERE

The Venice International Film Festival has always been a hotbed of Hollywood glamour, but this year's event is shaping up to be one for the ages. And at the center of it all is none other than the incomparable Cate Blanchett, who stunned onlookers with her show-stopping appearance at the premiere of "Father Mother Sister Brother" on Sunday.

Draped in a jaw-dropping black gown with a voluminous skirt made up of layers of dark grey feathers, Blanchett, 56, looked like a true goddess as she walked the red carpet. The fitted bodice accentuated her svelte waist, before flowing into the intricate winged skirt that fluttered behind her like a bird taking flight.

The acclaimed actress, 56, ensured all eyes were on her in a striking black gown with a voluminous skirt made up of layers of dark grey feathers

But Blanchett wasn't alone in turning heads at the premiere – her co-stars Vicky Krieps and Charlotte Rampling were equally as stunning in their all-black ensembles. The trio of actresses exuded a sense of camaraderie and close friendship as they posed together, laughing and holding hands like old pals.

Krieps, 41, was a vision in a daring gown that seemed demure at first glance, but revealed its secrets when she turned to show off the completely open sides. The Phantom Thread star's edgy new pixie cut was the perfect complement to her bold fashion choice, while Rampling, 79, looked regal as ever in a simple yet sophisticated black suit.

But it wasn't just the ladies who were turning heads – model Luka Sabbat brought his signature style to the premiere, sporting a fashion-forward twist on a classic black tuxedo. And Anja Rubik didn't disappoint either, sending pulses racing in her risqué black satin gown with its daringly high side slit.

The fitted black bodice accentuated her svelte waist, before flowing into the intricate winged skirt that fluttered behind her as she walked the carpet, resembling a bird taking flight

The "Father Mother Sister Brother" cast and crew have been making waves at the festival all weekend, but it's clear that Blanchett is still the queen of Venice. After attending the opening night on Wednesday in a jaw-dropping Armani number, she recycled one of her best looks for the premiere – and it was just as breathtaking.

So what's behind Blanchett's enduring appeal? It seems the two-time Oscar winner has been thinking about retirement from acting – at least, that's what she told Radio Times earlier this year. "I'm giving up," she revealed, much to the surprise of her family and fans around the world. But don't worry, Blanchett is far from done yet – in fact, she's just getting started on a whole new chapter of her life.

"I have a lot of things I want to do with my life," she explained, leaving us all wondering what's next for this talented actress. Will she continue to dazzle audiences with her performances, or will she move on to other pursuits? One thing's for sure – Cate Blanchett is always going to be a force to be reckoned with.

Cate was joined by her co-stars Vicky Krieps and Charlotte Rampling, with the three women putting on a warm display as they posed together

As the festival comes to a close, one thing's clear: "Father Mother Sister Brother" has stolen our hearts. With its star-studded cast and thought-provoking themes, this comedy-drama anthology film is a must-see for anyone who loves great storytelling. And if you're lucky enough to catch Blanchett on the red carpet again before the festival ends, don't blink – she'll be gone in a flash.

THE CAST OF "FATHER MOTHER SISTER BROTHER"

  • Cate Blanchett as Lilith
  • Vicky Krieps as Timothea
  • Luka Sabbat as Billy
  • Indya Moore
  • Adam Driver
  • Tom Waits
  • Mayim Bialik

The glamorous trio showed their close bond extended off screen as they laughed and held hands together on the red carpet

THE DIRECTOR OF "FATHER MOTHER SISTER BROTHER"

  • Jim Jarmusch – known for his work on "Coffee & Cigarettes" and "Only Lovers Left Alive"

WHAT'S NEXT FOR CATHE BLANCHETT?

Vicky, 41, commanded attention in a deceptively daring gown, that from the front appeared demure with an elegant high neckline with draped sleeves

Will she continue to dazzle audiences with her performances, or will she move on to other pursuits? One thing's for sure – Cate Blanchett is always going to be a force to be reckoned with. Stay tuned for more updates from the Venice Film Festival!

However, as the Phantom Thread star turned she revealed the completely open sides of the dress, showing off her long legs and a hint of sideboob

While the Luxembourgish-German actress sported an edgy new hairstyle, showing off a pastel pink pixie cut

Legendary film star Charlotte, 79, looked typically regal in a simple black oversized suit, with a white vest underneath

Fellow star Luka Sabbat also appeared on the red carpet to promote the film, looking as dapper and trendy as ever

The model, 27, sported a fashion forward twist on a classic black tuxedo, wearing a jacket boasting angular shoulder pads and flared trouser

The Grown-ish actor completed his look with a collared shirt and black tie, while sporting orange tinted shades

Model Anja Rubik was also in attendance at the premiere, sending pulses racing in her risqué black satin gown

The draped strapless number boasted a daringly high side slit, that showed every inch of the Polish beauty's long legs

Father Mother Sister Brother is comedy drama anthology film written and directed by Jim Jarmusch

It sees estranged siblings reunite after years apart, who are then forced to confront unresolved tensions and reevaluate their strained relationships with their emotionally distant parents