Benedict Cumberbatch cuts a stylish figure in a powder blue suit for the 78th Venice Film Festival

Despite the pandemic, he has been incredibly busy working on new projects. 

And Benedict Cumberbatch arrived in style at the 78th Venice International Film Festival on Thursday in a powder blue suit, for the premiere of his new film, The Power Of The Dog. 

The actor, 45, looked dapper in his tailored outfit for the exclusive film event in Venice.

His single breasted blazer over his white tee featured a white button and his straight-leg trousers skimmed above his navy canvas shoes. 

Benedict’s chestnut locks were kept firmly in place with the help of hair wax and he shielded his eyes from the sun with rounded shades. 

Like a host of other stars, the actor arrived at Venice Film Festival in a boat taxi. 

The event begun on Wednesday and continues until September 11. 

Sculpted silhouette: The actor, 45, looked dapper in his tailored outfit for the exclusive film event in Venice

Details: His single breasted blazer over his white tee featured white buttons and his straight-leg trousers skimmed above his navy canvas shoes 

Handsome chap: Benedict’s chestnut locks were kept firmly in place with the help of hair wax and he sported a trimmed beard

Shield: Benedict protected his eyes from the glorious sun with his stylish glasses

The Venice Film Festival is the world’s oldest film festival. It is known as one of the ‘Big Three’ film festivals, alongside the Berlin International Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival.

The international movie competition is directed by Alberto Barbera and organised by La Biennale Di Venezia.

Earlier in August, Benedict demonstrated his villain skills in a tense new trailer for the Western drama The Power Of The Dog.

The Doctor Strange actor put on a menacing display while playing cowboy Phil Burbank in the film adaptation of Thomas Savage’s 1967 novel.

Transport of choice: Like a host of other stars, the actor arrived at Venice Film Festival in a boat taxi

Expensive taste: He raised one hand, flashing a look at his silver watch

Trio: He was accompanied by boatmen in white ensembles 

In the clip, Cumberbatch’s cruel character is seen teasing and tormenting a widow played by Kirsten Dunst as he runs a ranch in 1925 Montana alongside his brother George, played by Kirsten’s husband Jesse Plemons.

Though Benedict harasses her character Rose and her on-screen son Peter, George takes a liking to them and marries her.

Furious at his new family members, Phil continues to lash out at Rose.

He’s then seen in a moment mentoring Peter, played by Kodi Smit-McPhee, prompting viewers to wonder if Phil could be kind or if he was plotting something sinister. 

Premiere: Benedict was heading to the event to join his co-stars in promoting their new movie 

Striking: The actor’s blue jacket highlighted his piercing blue eyes 

Journey: After departing the boat taxi, he entered a car to head to the film festival 

The Power Of The Dog’s ensemble also includes Thomasin McKenzie, Frances Conroy, Keith Carradine, Peter Carroll, and Adam Beach, among others.

It is filmmaker Jane Campion’s first time directing a feature film since Bright Star 12 years ago.

The Power Of The Dog is scheduled to have its world premiere at the 78th Venice International Film Festival on September 2, 2021.

Company: He was joined by other attendees 

Dog days: Earlier in August, Benedict demonstrated his villain skills in a tense new trailer for the Western drama The Power Of The Dog