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Penélope Cruz Sobs and Kisses Javier Bardem as ‘Bunker’ Dazzles Venice With Record 15.5-Minute Ovation

Penélope Cruz sobbed as the cast received individual applause for Florian Zeller’s marriage drama, which stars Cruz and Javier Bardem as a couple in crisis.

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Penelope Cruz broke out into uncontrollable sobs as she kissed her husband and co-star Javier Bardem during the incredibly long 15.5-minute standing ovation at the premiere of “Bunker” at the Venice Film Festival Tuesday night.  That made “Bunker” the winner of Venice 2026 (so far) for the most enthusiastic reception, and it fell just shy […]

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"Bunker", starring Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, had a positive reaction from the public at the Venice Film Festival

Premiere of "Bunker", who has her husband, Javier Bardem, in the cast, scored record at the event

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Variety broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
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