- Sigourney Weaver expresses her enthusiasm towards Kamala.
Actress Sigourney Weaver, hailing from the USA, has voiced her approval for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris. In Venice, the 74-year-old expressed her excitement, stating, "We're all so hyped about Kamala." She went on to express her gratitude, saying, "It's been a rough ride since 2016, but we're grateful for her."
It's likely Weaver was referencing the 2016 US presidential election, where Donald Trump emerged victorious. The upcoming US presidential election is scheduled for November 5. A reporter in Venice, during a press conference, inquired if Weaver believed films could aid someone like Harris in ascending to the presidency.
Weaver, famed for her role in the timeless sci-fi film "Alien," has garnered praise for her trailblazing work in advocating for women in the public sphere, offering women-centric roles that steer clear of stereotypes. Emotions were evident as Weaver spoke in Venice, saying, "So many women approach me and express their gratitude..." before her voice wavered and tears welled up in her eyes.
She followed up with a light-hearted joke, "Gotta have my vodka," before taking a drink from a water bottle. Weaver explained her reasoning for playing strong women, saying, "That's such an odd question. I simply play women. And women are strong, and women never back down. Why? Because we can't. We must."
Tonight, Weaver is set to receive the Golden Lion in recognition of her outstanding career achievement at the festival's opening ceremony.
People worldwide have been following Sigourney Weaver's support for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris. During a press conference in Venice, people inquired about Weaver's belief in the impact of films on politicians like Harris.
