“Global Critics Venice Voice” returns to FRED Film Radio for the 82nd Venice Film Festival

“Global Critics Venice Voice” returns to FRED Film Radio for the 82nd Venice Film Festival, running August 27 – September 6, 2025. Hosted by renowned film critic Rita Di Santo, the daily podcast features conversations with top critics from around the world, delivering in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews, and an insider’s view of the festival’s films, talent, and atmosphere.

A daily meeting point for global cinema voices

Broadcast every day from the Venice Lido, the show brings together critics, journalists, and festival insiders to discuss the latest premieres, standout performances, and industry trends. Previous editions have featured guests such as:

• Daniel Kothenschulte (Frankfurter Rundschau, FIPRESCI)

• Peter Bradshaw (The Guardian)

• Kevin Maher (The Times, UK Critics’ Circle)

• Ben Croll (Variety)

• Volodymyr Chernyshev (Feuilleton Media, L’Officiel Ukraine)

• David Katz (FilmNewsUK)

• Robbie Collin (The Daily Telegraph)

• Adriana Fernandez (FIPRESCI)

• Mona Sheded (Al-Ahram, Egypt)

• Leila Latif (Total Film)

• Arthur Zaboski (Newsweek Poland)

• Ioannis Zoumpoulakis (To Vima)

• Andrew Mohsen (El Gouna Film Festival)

…and many other distinguished voices from across the globe.

The program not only captures critical perspectives on competition titles and festival discoveries but also immerses listeners in the unique atmosphere of #Venezia82.

Rita Di Santo: a voice of international film criticism

Rita Di Santo is a London-based film critic, programmer, and broadcaster who writes regularly for The Daily Mirror, Tribune, Morning Star, and Culture Matters. She serves as Vice President of FIPRESCI (International Federation of Film Critics) and is a long-standing member of the UK Critics’ Circle. With extensive experience as a jury member at festivals including Toronto, Venice, Berlin, and Cannes (three times), Di Santo brings a uniquely informed perspective to the show.

Catch up on previous editions

All previous episodes of “Global Critics Venice Voice” are available here on FRED.fm. Listeners can revisit past discussions featuring prominent critics and discover how the show has chronicled Venice through the years.

Stay tuned daily from the Lido

With its mix of sharp criticism, festival updates, and conversations with some of the most authoritative voices in cinema journalism, “Global Critics Venice Voice” is once again set to be a must-listen during the 82nd Venice Film Festival.

“Cinema’s greatest moments are born in Venice. Join me and FRED Film Radio for ‘Global Critics Venice Voice’. With the world’s top film critics, we’ll dissect the latest masterpieces, uncover hidden gems, and shape the narrative of the film world.” – Rita Di Santo, Host of Global Critics Venice VOICE.

Listen every day on FRED Film Radio and follow FRED on its socials for exclusive coverage, interviews, and highlights straight from the heart of the world’s oldest film festival.