| Location | Venice, Italy |
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| Founded | 1932 |
| Awards | Golden Lion: The Great War General della Rovere |
| Festival date | 23 August – 6 September 1959 |
| Website | Website |
The 20th annual Venice International Film Festival was held from 23 August to 6 September 1959.[1]
Italian film critic Luigi Chiarini was the Jury President for the main competition. The Golden Lion was awarded to The Great War directed by Mario Monicelli and General della Rovere directed by Roberto Rossellini.