59th Venice International Film Festival

59th Venice International Film Festival
Festival poster
LocationVenice, Italy
Founded1932
AwardsGolden Lion:
The Magdalene Sisters
Festival date29 August–8 September 2002
WebsiteWebsite

The 59th annual Venice International Film Festival was held from 29 August to 8 September 2002, at Venice Lido in Italy.

Chinese actress Gong Li was the Jury President of the main competition. The Golden Lion was awarded to The Magdalene Sisters by Peter Mullan.