| Location | Venice, Italy |
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| Founded | 1932 |
| Awards | Golden Lion: The Battle of Algiers |
| Festival date | 28 August – 10 September 1966 |
| Website | Website |
The 27th annual Venice International Film Festival was held from 28 August to 10 September 1966.[1]
Italian writer Giorgio Bassani was the Jury President. The Golden Lion winner was The Battle of Algiers, directed by Gillo Pontecorvo.