Zendaya joins Rebecca Ferguson for the photo call of film Dune at the Venice Film Festival

Zendaya arrived at the photo call of her film Dune in a leggy white shirt dress in Venice during the Film Festival on Friday.

The actress, 25, who takes on the role of Timothée Chalamet’s on-screen lover in the movie, looked every inch the fashion maven as she was joined by the cast for the event.

Zendaya’s co-star Rebecca Ferguson, 37, rocked a black embroidered minidress which she teamed with chunky wedges.  

Stepping out in style: Zendaya arrived at the photo call of her film Dune in a leggy white shirt dress in Venice during the Film Festival on Friday

Zendaya elevated her height with black Louboutin stilettos and shrugged a black blazer over her statement dress.

The Greatest Showman star teased a glimpse of her cleavage as she opted to go braless in the shirt-style garment.

She wore her curly hair in a swept-over side parting and accentuated her natural beauty with a polished make-up look.   

Leggy: Zendaya's co-star Rebecca Ferguson, 37, rocked a black embroidered minidress

Strutting her stuff: The actress teamed it with chunky wedges

Leggy: Zendaya’s co-star Rebecca Ferguson, 37, rocked a black embroidered minidress which she teamed with chunky wedges

Working it: The actress, 25, who takes on the role of Timothée Chalamet's on-screen lover in the movie, looked every inch the fashion maven as she was joined by the cast for the event

Working it: The actress, 25, who takes on the role of Timothée Chalamet’s on-screen lover in the movie, looked every inch the fashion maven as she was joined by the cast for the event

Designer: Zendaya elevated her height with black Louboutin stilettos

Oversized: She shrugged a black blazer over her statement dress

Designer: Zendaya elevated her height with black Louboutin stilettos and shrugged a black blazer over her statement dress

Making an arrival: The women waved as they arrived at the event via a water taxi

Making an arrival: The women waved as they arrived at the event via a water taxi

Finishing items: The Spider Man star decorated her fingers with stylish gold rings and opted for a nude pink manicure

Finishing items: The Spider Man star decorated her fingers with stylish gold rings and opted for a nude pink manicure

The women waved and blew kisses as they arrived at the event via a water taxi.   

The action-packed sci fi movie is an adaptation of Frank Herbert’s beloved 1965 novel of the same name. The film is due out in theaters on October 22.  

A synopsis of the film reads: ‘A mythic and emotionally charged hero’s journey, Dune tells the story of Paul Atreides, a brilliant and gifted young man born into a great destiny beyond his understanding, who must travel to the most dangerous planet in the universe to ensure the future of his family and his people.

‘As malevolent forces explode into conflict over the planet’s exclusive supply of the most precious resource in existence—a commodity capable of unlocking humanity’s greatest potential—only those who can conquer their fear will survive.’  

Gorgeous: Zendaya wore her curly hair in a swept-over side parting

Stunning: She accentuated her natural beauty with a polished make-up look

Gorgeous: Zendaya wore her curly hair in a swept-over side parting and accentuated her natural beauty with a polished make-up look

Racy: The Greatest Showman star teased a glimpse of her cleavage as she opted to go braless in the shirt-style garment

Racy: The Greatest Showman star teased a glimpse of her cleavage as she opted to go braless in the shirt-style garment

Timothee plays central character Paul, while Zendaya takes on the role as his on-screen lover Chan. 

Their romance blossoms during a frightening war on her desert planet Arrakis which is mined for precious resources. Rebecca plays Lady Jessica.   

Javier Bardem’s Stilgar, Stellan Skarsgard’s The Baron, Sharon Duncan-Brewster’s Liet Kynes, Dave Bautista’s Beast Rabban, David Dastmalchian’s Piter De Vries, Charlotte Rampling’s Reverend Mother Mohiam, Chang Chen’s Dr. Yueh and Stephen McKinley Henderson’s Thufir Hawat are also in the movie. 

Strike a pose: Zendaya tucked her lengthy tresses behind her ear as she worked her best angles in front of a Venice Film Festival promotional banner

Whoops: The actress adjusted her floor-length dress to ensure she didn't trip on it

Strike a pose: Zendaya tucked her lengthy tresses behind her ear as she worked her best angles in front of a Venice Film Festival promotional banner

Plenty to smile about: She appeared in high spirits during the event

Plenty to smile about: She appeared in high spirits during the event

Latest role: Rebecca plays the role of Lady Jessica in the action sci-fi movie

Sleek: She wore her blonde bob in a poker straight look

Latest role: Rebecca plays the role of Lady Jessica in the action sci-fi movie 

Here they come: The cast arrived at the photo call ahead of the film's premiere

Here they come: The cast arrived at the photo call ahead of the film’s premiere

Helping hand: Zendaya was assisted off the boat

Helping hand: Zendaya was assisted off the boat 

The story is set in a far-distant future in the midst of several civilizations spread across the galaxy, centering on one family in particular, the Atreides family.

The family, lead by Duke Leto Atreides, becomes the new stewards for the dangerous desert planet Arrakis.

While the desert planet is sparsely populated and filled with deadly creatures, it is also quite important. 

Revealing: She held onto her dress once more which boasted a plunging neckline

Revealing: She held onto her dress once more which boasted a plunging neckline

Central role: Timothee plays central character Paul and looked every inch the leading man

Central role: Timothee plays central character Paul and looked every inch the leading man 

United: The trailer for the highly anticipated feature film Dune was released recently and in the clip, Timothee's Paul Atreides and Zendaya's Chani share a kiss

United: The trailer for the highly anticipated feature film Dune was released recently and in the clip, Timothee’s Paul Atreides and Zendaya’s Chani share a kiss

Hollywood star: The actor made quite an entrance as he was swarmed by fans

Hollywood star: The actor made quite an entrance as he was swarmed by fans 

Arrakis is the only source of ‘melange,’ which extends ones life and greatly enhances mental capacities, and is a necessity for space travel and navigation.

Frank Herbert’s book has been a hot property in Hollywood for decades.

There was a previous adaptation of the novel in 1970 by filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky, though it never got off the ground.

The filmmaker’s attempt to bring this ambitious novel to live was chronicled in the 2013 documentary Jodorowsky’s Dune.

Make an impression: He signed autographs for his adoring supporters

Make an impression: He signed autographs for his adoring supporters 

Cool: Josh Brolin looked dapper in a blue grey suit

Casual: He wore a white shirt which he left partially unbuttoned

Cool: Josh Brolin looked dapper in a blue grey suit and a white shirt which he left partially unbuttoned 

Smile and wave: The men gave a wave to cameras as they made their arrival

Smile and wave: The men gave a wave to cameras as they made their arrival 

Film: Javier Bardem appeared in a good mood as he also attended the photocall

Film: Javier Bardem appeared in a good mood as he also attended the photocall 

The 2021 Venice Film Festival takes place from 1-11 September, and is considered one of the world’s oldest awards ceremonies and one of the ‘Big Five’ events. 

The jury is headed by Parasite frontman Bong Joon Ho, who said he is ‘honoured to be woven into its beautiful cinematic tradition. 

‘As president of the jury — and more importantly as a perpetual cinephile — I’m ready to admire and applaud all the great films selected by the festival. I’m filled with genuine hope and excitement.’ 

Style: He donned a navy shirt and black bomber jacket

Style: He donned a navy shirt and black bomber jacket 

Here he is: Oscar Isaac was also seen arriving for the photocall

Well dressed: He rocked a black denim jacket over his polka dot shirt and sported skinny jeans

Here he is: Oscar Isaac was also seen arriving for the photocall 

Sci-fi: The story is set in a far-distant future in the midst of several civilizations spread across the galaxy, centering on one family in particular, the Atreides family

Sci-fi: The story is set in a far-distant future in the midst of several civilizations spread across the galaxy, centering on one family in particular, the Atreides family

High spirits: Timothee looked effortlessly stylish as he got off the boat

High spirits: Timothee looked effortlessly stylish as he got off the boat 

The jury is also comprised of director Saverio Costanzo, actress Virginie Efira, star Cynthia Erivo, actress Sarah Gadon, documentarian Alexander Nanau, and director Chloé Zhao.

This year’s festival has also invited two Afgan filmmakers, Sahraa Karimi and Sahra Mani, to discuss the Taliban’s takeover of the country, with ‘particular attention to the situation of filmmakers and artists,’ in a panel taking place on 4th September. 

The topic of the panel will be ‘the dramatic situation of Afghan filmmakers and artists in general, the need for the creation of humanitarian corridors and the guarantee of the granting of political refugee status, as well as concern for their future and the need to provide for their accommodation once they arrive in Europe.’ 

Oscar-winning Italian director Roberto Benigni, who helmed the acclaimed Life is Beautiful, will also be honoured with the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement.  

Duo: He was all smiles as he stood next to his co-star Rebecca

Duo: He was all smiles as he stood next to his co-star Rebecca 

Strike a pose: The cast gathered for a group photo (pictured L-R Javier, Zendaya, Rebecca  Canadian director Denis Villeneuve, Timothee , Oscar and Josh)

Strike a pose: The cast gathered for a group photo (pictured L-R Javier, Zendaya, Rebecca  Canadian director Denis Villeneuve, Timothee , Oscar and Josh)

Join forces: The group put on a united front

Join forces: The group put on a united front 

Dynamic duo: Rebecca looked over her shoulder as Denis smiled for the camera

Dynamic duo: Rebecca looked over her shoulder as Denis smiled for the camera

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