The Stars Are Out for the Venice Film Opening

Stars have been arriving at the Venice Film Festival, which opened with the British film, Atonement, starring Keira Knightley and James McAvoy. This year's gala, celebrating its 75th anniversary, also sees the premiere of Kenneth Branagh's thriller Sleuth, with Sir Michael Caine and Jude Law. Among the arrivals on the first day were Rupert Everett and Vanessa Redgrave and director Jane Campion. The key winners will be unveiled at the festival's climax on September 8.