As Toronto welcomes filmmakers, storytellers and film lovers from around the world this September, Lai Wah Heen is staging a premiere of its own.

For a limited time during Toronto’s film festival season, Executive Chef Heyden Sin presents The Treasure of Fortune, an extraordinary five-course culinary experience priced at $8,888, including a 500-gram tin of caviar and the spectacular Supreme Eight-Treasure Gourd-Shaped Goose (至尊八宝葫芦鹅) on a bed of truffle as its main-course centrepiece.

Available exclusively by three-day advance order, the creation brings together two Cantonese banquet traditions alongside one of southern China’s most celebrated luxury dishes: a traditional Guangdong pigeon preparation designed to release hot broth dramatically when opened; the technique and symbolism of Eight-Treasure Duck; and the abundance of prized ingredients associated with Buddha Jumps Over the Wall.

Replacing duck with a premium whole goose, Chef Sin transforms these inspirations into an original composition filled with eight exceptional shan zhen hai wei (山珍海味), or “treasures of the mountains and delicacies of the seas.”

More than a collection of rare ingredients, The Treasure of Fortune is a story told through food.

Cinema tells stories through image, movement, performance and the vision of its director. Chinese cuisine has long told stories through ingredients, technique, symbolism, ritual and form.

This September, those two forms of storytelling meet at the table.

ONE DISH. THREE INSPIRATIONS. EIGHT TREASURES. THREE DAYS IN THE MAKING.

Every production begins behind the scenes.

For The Treasure of Fortune, the process starts with one of the most technically demanding feats in Chinese cooking. Chef Sin meticulously debones an entire premium goose by hand while preserving its skin intact. Working through limited openings without tearing the exterior, the skeleton is removed while maintaining the structure necessary to transform the bird into its eventual sculptural form.

“The difficulty isn’t simply removing every bone from the goose, it’s doing it without damaging the skin or changing the natural structure of the bird,” says Executive Chef Heyden Sin. “The skin becomes the vessel for everything that follows. We still have to fill it with the eight treasures, shape it into the húlú and take it through several different cooking techniques. If the skin is compromised at the beginning, there is no way to create the finished dish.”

THREE CULINARY INSPIRATIONS, REIMAGINED AS ONE

The Treasure of Fortune does not originate from a single recipe. Instead, Chef Sin brings together two Cantonese banquet traditions alongside one of southern China’s most celebrated luxury dishes, reinterpreting their techniques, ingredients and sense of occasion in one ambitious creation. The first draws inspiration from a traditional Guangdong preparation in which a pigeon is filled with hot broth. When the bird is opened, the soup is released from within in a dramatic tableside moment. Chef Sin carries that element of surprise into The Treasure of Fortune, creating a similarly theatrical release of the goose’s deeply flavoured juices.
The second inspiration is Eight-Treasure Duck, the traditional foundation upon which the dish is built. Chef Sin replaces the customary duck with a premium whole goose, an ingredient particularly prized in Guangdong for its fuller flavour, succulent meat and rich natural juices. For this style of preparation, goose delivers a tender, juicy result without the gamey quality sometimes associated with duck.

The third influence is Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, one of southern China’s most celebrated luxury dishes, known for bringing together an abundance of prized ingredients from mountain and sea. Its spirit informs the extraordinary treasures concealed inside the goose.

“The dish combines three major ideas,” says Sin. “We took the dramatic release of soup from the pigeon preparation, the technique and symbolism of Eight-Treasure Duck, and the luxurious ingredients associated with Buddha Jumps Over the Wall. We modified those traditions and brought them together to create something new.”

The result is not simply an elevated interpretation of one historic recipe, but an original composition drawing from distinct culinary traditions, each recognizable in its inspiration yet transformed through Chef Sin’s own point of view.

A CAST OF EIGHT, DRAWN FROM MOUNTAIN AND SEA

Inside the goose is an extraordinary cast of eight treasures.

The Four Mountain Treasures include first-harvest Tibetan cordyceps sinensis, seasonally sourced Italian white truffle, wild Yunnan black tiger paw mushroom and Tianshan snow lotus seed.

The Four Ocean Treasures include prized 15-head Japanese Yoshihama dried abalone, premium aged fish maw, wild Galapagos spiky sea cucumber, and imperial scallop with coral-grown grouper skin.

The treasures are brought together with heritage wild gourd rice and Japanese Koshihikari rice, then perfumed with long-aged chenpi.

Among ingredients selected for their rarity and extraordinary value, however, it is the mandarin peel that carries perhaps the dish’s most personal story.

A STORY PASSED FROM MASTER TO PROTÉGÉ

Before taking the helm at Lai Wah Heen, Chef Heyden Sin trained under Chef Fei, one of the most celebrated figures in contemporary Chinese gastronomy, whose restaurants have collectively earned five MICHELIN stars.

Their relationship has endured long after Chef Sin’s apprenticeship.

To this day, Chef Fei shares with his former protégé a portion of his personal reserve of long-aged chenpi (陈皮), or dried mandarin peel, which Chef Sin refers to as his master’s “mother” peel.

That same chenpi finds its way into The Treasure of Fortune.

Alongside seasonally sourced Italian white truffle, prized dried abalone and other ingredients associated with extraordinary luxury, the peel represents something considerably harder to acquire: knowledge passed between generations, an enduring relationship between mentor and protégé, and a culinary lineage connecting Chef Sin’s kitchen in Toronto to the masters who shaped him.

“Chef Fei still sends me his mother mandarin peel, and that means much more to me than simply having access to a rare ingredient,” says Sin. “It connects me to the chef who taught me and to the traditions I learned from him. To use it in a dish like this is a way of carrying that knowledge forward.”

In a dish built around the meaning of fortune, it is also a reminder that not every treasure can be measured by its price.

SHAPED FOR FORTUNE

Once filled, the goose is hand-shaped and tied into the form of a húlú (葫芦), or bottle gourd.

The silhouette is deliberate.

An enduring auspicious symbol in Chinese culture, the húlú is associated with prosperity, longevity, protection and good fortune.

The symbolism continues through the eight treasures and even the experience’s $8,888 price. The number eight is strongly associated with prosperity and good fortune in Chinese culture, making the price itself part of the story.

The goose then undergoes a meticulous multi-stage cooking process, including master-stock steaming, maltose glazing, air-drying and flash-frying before its final preparation with a concentrated abalone reduction.

The objective is a remarkable contrast: an abundant, deeply flavoured interior enclosed within crisp, shimmering, deep-mahogany skin.

The process cannot be rushed or mass-produced.

Each goose is prepared individually. Each requires three days of preparation. Each is, in effect, a commissioned culinary work.

FIVE COURSES OF RARITY AND SPECTACLE

The Treasure of Fortune extends beyond its signature goose into a complete five-course dining experience.

The $8,888 price includes all five courses and a 500-gram tin of caviar, with the Supreme Eight-Treasure Gourd-Shaped Goose serving as the evening’s main-course centrepiece.

After three days of preparation, the sculptural húlú-shaped goose makes its entrance and is presented whole at the table. When opened, its rich juices are released in a dramatic reveal inspired by the traditional broth-filled pigeon preparation of Guangdong.

The goose is then ceremonially carved, exposing the eight treasures concealed beneath its lacquered skin. Seasonally sourced Italian white truffle provides the final flourish, shaved tableside as the dish is served.

The presentation transforms the final stage of preparation into a shared moment between chef and guest, the culmination of three days of work that, much like a film, ultimately arrives before its audience as a finished creation.

AN EXCEPTIONAL VINTAGE FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE

Guests may further elevate the experience with a bottle of 1989 Château Margaux, available as an optional pairing for $3,888 per bottle.

One of Bordeaux’s original Premier Grand Cru Classé estates, Château Margaux was named a First Growth in the historic 1855 classification. Its celebrated 1989 vintage emerged from an exceptionally hot, dry growing season that produced grapes of remarkable ripeness.

Cabernet Sauvignon-led, the wine is distinguished by its richness, complexity and opulence, with floral character, smooth tannins and notes of chocolate and cinnamon. Now more than three decades into its evolution, the vintage is considered ready to enjoy while retaining the structure and concentration to continue aging.

Only two bottles will be available, making the pairing nearly as limited as the culinary experience itself.

CHINESE STORYTELLING, THROUGH A DIFFERENT LENS

The Treasure of Fortune arrives at a fitting moment.

Each September, Toronto becomes a global meeting place for cinema and the cultures and stories it carries. Chinese cinema has introduced international audiences to a rich visual language shaped by colour, symbolism, ritual, memory and tradition.

Chinese cuisine possesses a visual and symbolic language of its own.

An ingredient can represent prosperity. A shape can communicate longevity. A number can signify fortune. A recipe can preserve history. A technique can connect several culinary traditions. And an ingredient passed from mentor to protégé can carry a story across generations and continents.

The Treasure of Fortune celebrates food and film as two distinct forms of cultural storytelling, one unfolding on screen, the other at the table.

THE TREASURE OF FORTUNE

A Five-Course Culinary Experience Featuring the Supreme Eight-Treasure Gourd-Shaped Goose | 至尊八宝葫芦鹅
Price: $8,888 CAD
Includes: Five-course menu and one 500-gram tin of caviar
Optional wine pairing: 1989 Château Margaux, $3,888 per bottle
Wine availability: Two bottles only
Availability: Limited quantities during Toronto’s international film festival season
Advance order: Must be ordered three days in advance
Location: Lai Wah Heen, Toronto

Due to the sourcing of its ingredients and the extensive preparation required, extremely limited quantities will be available.

About Lai Wah Heen
Originally established in 1995, Lai Wah Heen is a Cantonese fine dining restaurant in downtown Toronto, re-imagined under owners Gary and Ming Its culinary philosophy draws on the evolution of Cantonese cuisine through trade, migration and cultural exchange, pairing traditional Cantonese technique with contemporary approaches and Canadian ingredients, including produce grown specifically for the restaurant at Dragon Farm.

Website: laiwahheen.com
Instagram: @laiwahheen

Hours of Operation
Monday – Thursday | 10:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday | 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Saturday | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Sunday | 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Reservations can be made [HERE].

NEW TRAILER AVAILABLE NOW!

STREET FIGHTER Kicks Off the World Warrior Tour in Japan and Makes Movie Trailer History on YouTube

Paramount Pictures and Legendary Entertainment kicked off the global World Warrior Tour today with an epic first ever trailer launch across the Shinjuku Yunika Vision screens in Tokyo on Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Stars Noah Centineo, Andrew Koji, Callina Liang and Jason Momoa were joined by local cast member Hirooki Goto, Japanese voice talent Eiko Kano, director Kitao Sakurai and Street Fighter game director Takayuki Nakayama for the first-of-its-kind event.

The New STREET FIGHTER Trailer Isn’t Just Watchable. It’s Playable.

In conjunction with the Japan launch, Paramount Pictures and Legendary Entertainment debuted the first-ever playable full-length movie trailer on YouTube, inviting fans around the world to fight their way through the new STREET FIGHTER trailer as they watch. 

Take the quiz to find out which Snoovatar matches your fighting style and unlock exclusive STREET FIGHTER Snoovatars for your Reddit profile! Check out all Street Fighter Snoovatars HERE.

Level up your content with fight ready STREET FIGHTER GIF stickers! Search “Street Fighter Movie” or download them HERE!

STREET FIGHTER IS ONLY IN THEATRES OCTOBER 16, 2026!

SYNOPSIS

Set in 1993, estranged Street Fighters Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo) are thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li (Callina Liang) recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament: a brutal clash of fists, fate, and fury. But behind this battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to face off against each other and the demons of their past. And if they don’t, it’s GAME OVER!

      Helmed by director Kitao Sakurai, Street Fighter is set to bring the battle from the arcade to the big screen with Hadoukens, roundhouses, and all your favorite characters.  

Paramount Pictures and Legendary Pictures Present

In Association with Capcom

A Legendary Pictures Production

“STREET FIGHTER”

EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY

JJ Hook, Jay Ashenfelter, Kenzo Tsujimoto, Haruhiro Tsujimoto

PRODUCED BY

Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, p.g.a. Jason Momoa, Takayuki Nakayama, Stefan Makhoul

Based on the CAPCOM Video Game

STORY BY

Dalan Musson and Gary Dauberman

SCREENPLAY BY

Kitao Sakurai  and T.J. Fixman 

DIRECTED BY

Kitao Sakurai 

STARRING

 Noah Centineo as “Ken Masters”  

Andrew Koji as “Ryu”  

Callina Liang as “Chun-Li”  

Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoai as “Akuma”  

David Dastmalchian as “M. Bison”  

Cody Rhodes as “Guile”  

Andrew Schulz as “Dan Hibiki”  

Eric André as “Don Sauvage”  

Vidyut Jammwal as “Dhalsim”

Orville Peck as “Vega”  

Olivier Richters as “Zangief”  

Hirooki Goto as “E. Honda”  

Rayna Vallandingham as “Juli” 

Alexander Volkanovski as “Joe”  

With Curtis ‘50 Cent’ Jackson as “Balrog”  

And Jason Momoa as “Blanka”

CREDITS ARE NOT FINAL AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Netflix Announces The One About Matthew Perry, an Intimate Documentary Series Exploring the Life and Legacy of Matthew Perry

The three-part series, directed by Emmy® Award winner Mary Robertson and produced by Maxine Productions, premieres October 27 only on Netflix

Today, Netflix announced The One About Matthew Perry, the first in-depth, definitive documentary about the beloved Friends star, told by some of the people who knew him best. The intimate three-part series is directed by Emmy® Award winner Mary Robertson and produced by Maxine Productions, a part of Sony Pictures Television.

Anchored through never-before-heard testimonies from his sister Mia Perry Bowick and lifelong best friends, and featuring unreleased photos and videos from the Perry family’s private archive, the three-part series traces his journey from rising comedic star to the man the world still loves as their favorite Friend. Firsthand memories from his creative collaborators and friends who adored him are woven with candid new details on his private struggles, honoring the legacy of honesty and advocacy he leaves behind.

Logline: Told through intimate testimonies from close family and friends, this documentary event reveals the real Matthew Perry—generous, funny, vulnerable, larger than life—and the battles he fought to become the man behind the icon. A raw record of a life lived in full, and the honesty that became his greatest legacy.

A Quote from Director Mary Robertson: “Matthew Perry was one of the comedic geniuses of our time. Through his many films, TV and stage performances, and his unforgettable portrayal of Chandler Bing, he made millions of us laugh, connect, and feel a little less alone. He also gave us so much more by bravely speaking about addiction. Yet the public only knew part of his story. That’s why we set out to make this series: to let the people who knew and loved Matthew reveal the person behind the public figure.”

A Quote from Matthew’s sister, Mia Perry Bowick: “It’s taken time for me to feel ready to share these memories and what it was like to love Matthew through all the complexity of his life—to see him as a whole person, not just as Chandler, and not just as someone who struggled with addiction. As his sister, he shaped who I am today, the person I strive to be, and the work to which I’ve devoted my life. Matthew had a beautiful heart and a generous spirit, and even in his darkest moments, he could still make you laugh and feel loved. I hope this series gives everyone who loved him, whether personally or from afar, a deeper appreciation for who he truly was, and the legacy he leaves behind.”

Director: Mary Robertson

Executive Producers: Mary Robertson, Lisa Kalikow, Eli Holzman, Aaron Saidman

Co-Executive Producer: Lora Moftah

Producer: Jessica Call

Production Company: Maxine Productions, a part of Sony Pictures Television

Grammy® Award-winning, multi-platinum global superstar Miley has officially announced her highly anticipated tenth studio album, Bass Persuades, arriving everywhere on September 18, 2026 via Atlantic Records.

Miley will also make her return to the stage, announcing a two-night stand at the legendary Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 16 and October 18, 2026. Complete presale information is below. 

Today’s announcement follows the recent unveiling of a special issue of Wonderland Magazine guest-edited by Miley and photographed by Mario Sorrenti. The issue was styled by Chief Creative Officer Alastair McKimm, Miley’s close collaborator on Bass Persuades, alongside Mert Alas, who has exclusively created the visual world surrounding the album.

The new era also arrives as Miley continues to honor the profound influence of her godmother, Dolly Parton, whose impact has extended far beyond music throughout Miley’s life and career. Their close personal and creative relationship has spanned generations and mediums, including Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party, produced by Lorne Michaels and co-hosted by Miley and Dolly.

HOLLYWOOD BOWL PRESALE INFORMATION:

• TICKETS: Tickets will be available starting with the Amex presale on Tuesday, September 8 at 10AM PST. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on sale beginning Thursday, September 10 at 10am PST at ticketmaster.com. 

• American Express is providing Card Members access to Amex Presale Tickets® for these shows, available for purchase HERE, starting Tuesday, September 8 at 10AM PST through Wednesday September 9 at 10PM PST, while supplies last. Terms apply. This is one of the many entertainment benefits American Express Card Members can access across select arts, theater, sports and music events through Amex Experiences™.

• Miley’s Artist Presale starts Wednesday, September 9 at 10AM PST. Fans can sign up HERE. 

• Introducing Reserved, brought to you by Spotify. For the first time, eligible Spotify Premium top fans will have tickets to their favorite artist’s show set aside for them to purchase before they go on sale to the general public. Reserved is a Spotify Premium benefit that turns real fandom into first access. Visit ReservedbySpotify.com to learn more.

The Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, will relaunch Festival Street on King Street West for four days of free public programming celebrating the films, artists, organizations, and audiences that make up the world’s largest public film festival. From September 10–13, King Street West between Peter Street and University Avenue will welcome close to half a million people and will feature art installations, live music and DJs, free outdoor film screenings, art market, food trucks, partner activations, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to encounter filmmakers, artists, and community organizations.

Feeling sporty? Fans of Canadian soccer can meet players from AFC Toronto, the city’s professional women’s soccer club, that competes in the Northern Super League, a league at the top of the Canadian soccer league system.

Score big with the WNBA’s newest — and only Canadian — team, the Toronto Tempo. Fun activities include a spin-the-wheel and pop-a-shot, with giveaways and prizes to be won!

The Festival Street Art Market returns in partnership with Toronto Film School, bringing together 10 community and arts organizations to share their work and initiatives. Participating organizations include Toronto Film School, Inside Out, Reel Asian, imagineNATIVE, Reel Canada, LATAFF, Muse Arts, Workman Arts, Regent Park Film Festival, Toronto Public Library, and new this year, the Liaisons of Independent Filmmakers Toronto (LIFT).

Festival Street will also feature a series of large-scale public art installations designed to invite audiences to interact, play, and see the city in new ways. Award-winning filmmaker Naomi Jaye’s SLOW is a life-size, participatory zoetrope inspired by Jaye’s father, his Parkinson diagnosis, and his passion for amateur photography. The installation explores movement, stillness, memory, and the relationship between generations. A dance class and artist talk by Dancing with Parkinson’s and Jaye will take place in front of the installation on Friday, September 11, at 1pm.

Disco Speakers, by Matt Jones of MattCreates, brings together disco balls, speakers, and LED lighting in a larger-than-life installation. By day, its disco-tile surface reflects the sunlight; by night, integrated LEDs create dynamic, audio-reactive visualizations.

The Tree of Cinema, created exclusively for TIFF by Yury Goncharov and Alina Bielohryvtseva, is a monumental public installation that explores cinema as a living archive of collective memory. Its steel trunk represents the structural and technological foundations of filmmaking; and the canopy of flowing film strips weaves together iconic moments from cinematic history with photographs of audiences watching, gathering, laughing, and reflecting.

Festival Street will once again become a destination for live music and DJs, with programming curated by TIFF in partnership with Canadian Music Incubator and the Toronto Downtown West BIA, with three DJ stages spinning tunes to further add to the party atmosphere. DJs include Nino Brown, Young Teesh, DEROSE, Videri, OTR, Classic Roots, BIA, DevoDLive, Cozmic Cat, DJ Kevin, Jamie-Lee Santos, Jordior, Big Sound Barbie, Prvphet Zay, DJ Shysofly, Ana Luisa, Len0x, and Paul Chin.

Cinema Park, programmed by TIFF Cinematheque and Next Wave, is once again offering free outdoor screenings for the public in David Pecaut Square. This year’s film lineup features the 95th anniversary of Charlie Chaplin’s City Lights (September 10), Michael Dowse’s The F Word (September 11), Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath’s Madagascar (September 12), Louis Leterrier’s Now You See Me (September 13), the 75th anniversary of Alfred Hitchcock’s Strangers on a Train (September 14), the 50th anniversary of Gary Nelson’s Freaky Friday (September 15), the 40th anniversary of David Anspaugh’s Hoosiers (September 16), the 25th anniversary of Robert Rodriguez’s Spy Kids (September 17), the 55th anniversary of Mel Stuart’s Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (September 18), and the 45th anniversary of Jim Henson’s The Great Muppet Caper (September 19). Films will be presented with open captions and screened nightly, rain or shine, at 10pm.

Festival Street will also feature the Little Free Cinema, supported by the Downtown West BIA, a magical installation created by Bus Collective. The Little Free Cinema explores the intersections of film and architecture through a rejection of conventional cinematic space, represented in the multiplex, reinventing the spectacle of cinema as public and accessible. The curation is focused on Canadian experimental filmmakers. Featuring films by Philip Hoffman, Lindsay McIntyre, Martin Heath, and Christina Dovolis, curated by Rennie Taylor.

A major highlight will be Fellini Forever, the world’s largest privately held archive dedicated to legendary Italian filmmaker Federico Fellini. Presented by Rogers, the Fellini Forever Educational Touring Museum will showcase original artifacts and rare film materials from the Fellini Forever Collection, bringing audiences an unprecedented opportunity to experience the creative legacy of one of cinema’s most influential filmmakers.

Now in its third year, the Festival Street Food Market returns as a key destination for Festival-goers, bringing together locally owned food trucks and hospitality partners including new additions Eataly, Fox on John, and GRETA. A dedicated patio will provide visitors with a place to relax, eat, and take in the energy of the street.

Want to look your best while strolling Festival Street? The TIFF Shop Pop-up is back with a brand new collection of items designed and curated in celebration of the city. Enjoy cozy hoodies, cropped tees, sleek two-tone caps, custom-made tote bags, and brand-new keepsakes like locally made soap bars, sleepmasks, earplugs, and shot glasses — all Festival essentials. Featuring Toronto’s signature skyline, the exclusive TIFF ’26 merch collection captures the vibrant energy of the city while keeping film lovers stylishly outfitted. Shop online now and in-person at the TIFF Shop Pop-up, located beside the Lightbox at 356 King Street West.

The iconic TIFF Festival Street sign has been redesigned with a bold new look and LED lighting, creating a vibrant (and no longer orange) backdrop for one of TIFF’s most beloved annual traditions: the Festival Street photo.

Toronto Animal Services will also be on hand with some of the city’s most adorable stars. Come out to meet dogs looking for their forever homes, with giveaways, snuggles, meet-and-greets, and more.

Festival Street would not be possible without the tremendous support of fellow Torontonians and the City of Toronto. To thank the City and the people who call it home, TIFF has once again partnered with the TTC to give Torontonians access to festival films. On Sunday, September 20, at 3:15pm, audiences are invited to TIFF Lightbox for a free screening of the winner of the People’s Choice Award, presented by Rogers, supported by the TTC. Tickets will be available through Ticketmaster on September 20 using the promotional code TIFFTTC.

TIFF 50/50 is back with 50 early bird prizes and one blockbuster jackpot to be won! Last year’s Festival jackpot winner took home a grand prize of $125,000. This raffle supports TIFF, and our mission to transform the way people see the world through film. Purchase your ticket at the 50/50 booth located near David Pecaut Square or online at tiff5050.net by September 30.

Festival Street partner activations:

Rogers Beyond the Seat – Red Carpet Experience – Rogers customers can register for front-row access to the iconic TIFF red carpet at Roy Thomson Hall. As the first stop for the Festival’s biggest stars, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity puts fans in the heart of the action, offering an unparalleled view of the glamour, excitement, and celebrity arrivals that define TIFF. Learn more about how Rogers is bringing Festival goers into the action, including the Rogers Red Carpet in Yorkville, at About.Rogers.com/TIFF.

Ferrero Rocher – This September, Ferrero Rocher invites you to TIFF to celebrate the moment through film and flavour. Throughout the Festival, visit Ferrero Rocher Elevated Experiences outside the Royal Alexandra Theatre, and discover a cast of indulgent flavours inspired by iconic movie genres. Each day, a countdown builds anticipation for a surprise reveal, bringing a touch of cinematic excitement to the Festival. Along the way, guests can sample Ferrero Rocher Bars and discover the flavour that matches their cinematic taste, transforming an everyday moment of indulgence into something worthy of the spotlight. For a select few, the experience becomes even more elevated. Contest winners will enjoy exclusive rooftop access, complete with refreshments and a premium view of the red carpet.

Intrepid Travel Box Office – Experience the world, one story at a time, at the Intrepid Travel Box Office. TIFF transforms how people see the world through film — Intrepid transforms how they experience it. Together, we’re connecting curious minds and adventurous spirits through stories that inspire change, from the big screen to real life. Come and engage with global perspectives and discover new ways of seeing the world, all within the heart of Toronto. Pick up a free limited-edition Intrepid Travel tote bag, and scan the QR code at the activation for the chance to win an Intrepid trip for two to some of the world’s most inspiring destinations, including Costa Rica, Peru, Japan, or Morocco.

Korean Culture Centre Canada – Experience Korea beyond the screen at the “All About K-Culture & Travel” activation. Celebrate Korean film, culture, and travel through hands-on cultural activities, traditional Korean games, a Korea-themed photo booth, travel inspiration, delicious Korean snacks, exclusive giveaways, and a fun claw machine challenge.

Lavazza Festival Village Experience – Stop by the Lavazza Festival Village Experience for a taste of Cinema Lavazza. Snap a photo in their custom photo booth, grab a sample of their Cold Brew or Qualità Oro Ground Coffee, as well as other fun takeaways and giveaways — while supplies last.

Lavazza Red Carpet Bar on the Gala Red Carpet – Find Lavazza at a premium bar on the Roy Thomson Hall red carpet, right alongside filmmakers and talent getting ready to share their World Premieres. Take a moment to savor a premium Lavazza Coffeetail while you indulge in pre-screening toasts and conversation. This experience is only available to VIP Red Carpet Experience guests and talent.

Modern Ambition Mobile Showroom —Step inside the Modern Ambition Mobile Showroom and discover a new expression of contemporary menswear. Explore the latest collection, where Italian fabrics, technical innovation, and modern tailoring come together in clothing designed for comfort, movement, and quiet confidence.

Nongshim – Festival Street visitors are invited to experience the world of Shin Ramyun through interactive activities, including product sampling, a fun buzzer challenge, and a DIY Shin Cup customization experience. Guests can enjoy tasting Shin Ramyun products, participate in engaging brand activities, create their own personalized Shin Cup, and capture memorable moments at the photo zone.

Nutella Peanut – Roll out the red carpet as Nutella® Peanut is having its Canadian premiere at TIFF. Introducing “The Snack,” a blockbuster crossover pairing the creamy taste you know with a bold new co-star: roasted peanuts. Step into the spotlight for an immersive movie premiere experience and enjoy exclusive samples, strike a pose on the red carpet with our Glambot, and enter for a chance to win exciting prizes. Join Nutella for a celebration of flavour, fun, and a blockbuster crossover you won’t want to miss.

RBC Red Carpet Gallery – One of the most coveted destinations for celebrity-spotting during TIFF, Avion Rewards members will have access to an exclusive viewing experience of the world’s biggest stars arriving to their Gala premieres on the Roy Thomson Hall red carpet. The activation will feature interactive elements, including a unique photo booth experience and trivia games with exciting rewards, to enjoy every bit of time here.

Toronto Film School – Lights, camera, action! Experience Toronto Film School like never before at their TIFF Street Festival booth. Step into an immersive mini cinema and enjoy a curated showcase of outstanding student films created by the next generation of filmmakers and storytellers. Whether you’re passionate about filmmaking, acting, or screenwriting, you’ll get a glimpse of the creativity and talent that defines our community. Have questions about studying at Toronto Film School? Their Admissions team will be on site to chat about their programs, the application process, and what it’s like to turn your creative passion into a career. Drop in, catch a film, meet their team, and discover where your story could begin.

Tubi – Tubi is turning TIFF into an emotional playground with “Any Mood, For Free,” a playful, mood-sensing activation that captures how festivalgoers are feeling in the moment and matches it to the perfect watch. Aura reads, mood-tiered treats, and collectible merch are included. Whatever the mood swing, Tubi’s got something for it — 100% free.

YouTube x Variety Creator Premiere Showcase on Festival Street – Join YouTube right outside TIFF Lightbox on Festival Street for a one-day-only interactive pop-up on September 10. Step into a custom photo booth van to snap and print your Festival memories as we celebrate the inaugural Creator Premiere Showcase, presented by YouTube and TIFF, in partnership with Variety.

The 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, runs September 10–20, 2026.

In crime investigations, the smallest detail can make or break a case. This is the exact premise of the new Super Channel Fuse Original series, Killer Clues: Forensics. Each episode follows a single murder investigation and the forensic breakthrough, from DNA and genetic genealogy to digital footprints, cell records, and trace evidence, that turns an unsolvable case into an airtight conviction. The series shows how science speaks for victims who can no longer speak for themselves, proving that no matter how careful the killer, the evidence always remembers. Premiering Monday, Oct. 5 at 9 PM ET, Killer Clues: Forensics launches with two back-to-back episodes on Super Channel Fuse. Each episode will be available On Demand the same day.

“Killer Clues: Forensics delivers exactly what audiences crave from great true-crime television: compelling mysteries, authentic forensic science, and intricate details on cases that true-crime lovers crave,” said Kim Ball, EVP, Content & Communications, Super Channel. “The series brings a fresh perspective while making the science behind each investigation accessible. It’s a powerful combination of storytelling, real-world expertise, and suspense that makes every episode impossible to look away from.”

Killer Clues: Forensics is produced by Shadow Pine Studios. Executive Producers are Michael McGuigan, Dave Conlon, Chantal Jackson and Bernd Schlotterer. Producers are Chantal Jackson and Leanne Brennan.

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The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) announces its full 2026 lineup with the addition of acclaimed writers Dave Eggers, Ann-Marie MacDonald, David Shribman, Canisia Lubrin, Carol Off, Jesse Wente and Andrew Sean Greer, joining previously announced headliners Barbara Kingsolver, David Szalay, Marie NDiaye, Patrick deWitt and Philippe Sands. The expanded lineup brings together more than 100 of Canada’s and the world’s most celebrated writers, thinkers, and storytellers for five days of conversations, workshops, performances, and book signings from October 28 to November 1 at Victoria University in the University of Toronto.

Alongside a lineup of literary fiction luminaries, with guests from 20 countries including Taiwan, Korea, Japan, Norway, Iceland, Netherlands, France, Italy, Australia, and UAE, this year’s festival delves into politics and history, with a strand of non-fiction programming curated by international human rights lawyer and award-winning author Philippe Sands.

Throughout the festival, audiences will discover new perspectives on the world around us, explore the possibilities of adaptation and translation, and experience performances that bring music and the written word together.

Highlights from the expanded 2026 programme include:

Festival of Indigenous Stories

Times: Daily events throughout the Festival

Venues: Emmanuel Chapel & Northrop Frye Hall Room 003

Bringing together nine Indigenous authors and artists from Canada and Australia for a slate of conversations and new commissions exploring Indigenous yearning and futurity, the programme features Alicia Elliot, Bebe Oliver, Jasmin McGaughey, Quill Christie-Peters, Nardi Simpson, Kirli Saunders, and Jesse Wente.

The Festival of Indigenous Stories is co-curated by award-winning Goorie and Koori poet Evelyn Araluen (The Rot; Dropbear), and bestselling author of Bad Cree, Jessica Johns, of Sucker Creek First Nation.

Produced in partnership with Melbourne Writers Festival (MWF) and supported by the Canada Council for the Arts.

Rupture/Justice

Nonfiction programme created with Guest Curator Philippe Sands

Award-winning author and international human rights lawyer Philippe Sands joins TIFA as Guest Curator for Rupture / Justice, bringing together an extraordinary international line-up including Caroline Elkins, Adam Hochschild, Jane Mayer, Arlie Russell Hochschild, Gaël Faye, Beata Umubyeyi Mairesse, Jesse Wente, Mayo Moran, Rebecca Hogue and Robert Moor.

Across five conversations, they explore the fault lines fracturing our world: from the unfinished legacies of history and the forces driving political division, to literature as a means of survival and healing, Canada’s ongoing journey towards reconciliation, and our collective responsibility for a planet in crisis.

Opening with 5 Moments of Justice in Words and Music, Sands is joined by Gideon Zelermyer, Stephen Glass and Daniel Singer, before closing the series with the acclaimed theatrical performance East West Street: A Song of Good and Evil, featuring Natalie Dessay and Laurent Naouri.

IV Programme Keynote Conversation with James Daunt

Time: Wednesday, October 28 at 2:30 PM

Venue: Isabel Bader Theatre

Each year, the International Visitors (IV) Programme welcomes publishing leaders from around the world to discover the wealth and diversity of the Canadian literary scene and publishing industry.

This year’s IV Programme Keynote welcomes James Daunt, the founder of Daunt Books, Managing Director of Waterstone’s and CEO of Barnes & Noble.

In Conversation with Andrew Sean Greer on Villa Coco

Time: Wednesday, October 28 at 6:30 PM

Venue: Alumni Hall at Victoria University in the University of Toronto

What happens when a young American arrives in Tuscany expecting to catalogue art and instead finds himself swept into the eccentric world of an unforgettable Baronessa? Pulitzer Prize–winning author Andrew Sean Greer discusses Villa Coco, his new novel. Told with the signature wit, charm, and humanity that made Less an international phenomenon, Villa Coco is a dazzling, sun-soaked ode to life itself.

“No one writing in English is funnier or more charming than Andrew Greer. Every sentence in this novel sings.” —David Sedaris

In Conversation with Dave Eggers

Time: Thursday, October 29 at 7:00 PM

Venue: Alumni Hall at Victoria University in the University of Toronto

Dave Eggers — bestselling author of A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius — discusses his latest novel Contrapposto, a sweeping story of friendship, the lifelong pursuit of art, and the pain and exhilarations of the creative impulse. Named among the most anticipated books of the year by People, and Oprah Daily, the novel draws on Eggers’ own experiences attending art school and training as a classical figurative artist.

“Contrapposto is a rare thing, a smart book about the joy of being creative and open to everything.” —Chicago Tribune

The Politics of Patriotism: Omer Aziz & Carol Off

Time: Thursday, October 29 at 7:30 PM

Venue: Emmanuel College, Room 119

What does it mean to love a country—and what happens when patriotism becomes a tool for power? Join writer, lawyer and former foreign policy advisor Omer Aziz (Shadows of the Republic) and Carol Off (True Patriot Love) for a timely conversation about patriotism, democracy and identity. Drawing on the history of fascism in America, Aziz examines political movements that challenge democratic ideals, while Off explores the complexities of loving a country honestly. Together, they’ll consider nationalism, political extremism and whether challenging our countries can be an essential expression of patriotism.

10 years on: A Celebration of Leonard Cohen

Time: Thursday, October 29 at 8:00 PM

Venue: Isabel Bader Theatre

Ten years after his passing, TIFA celebrates the extraordinary life, work and enduring influence of Leonard Cohen. In a very special evening, a cavalcade of musicians, writers and artists including Justin Rutledge, Luke Doucett, Ann-Marie MacDonald, Anne Michaels, Michael Christie and Britta B. come together to honour one of Canada’s – and the world’s – most iconic and beloved creative voices. Through music, readings and performance, the evening will journey through the rich landscape of Cohen’s poetry, novels and songs, and the creative life that continues to resonate with audiences around the world.

Presented in collaboration with McClelland & Stewart, with the support of the Leonard Cohen Estate.

Birds of a Feather: Jackie Morris, Mark Peck, and Emily Rondel

Time: Sunday, November 1 at 1:30 PM

Venue: Victoria Chapel

Calling all birdwatchers! Join us for a conversation celebrating the wonderful birdlife of Ontario and beyond. Jackie Morris’s artwork in The Book of Birds (written by Robert Macfarlane) offers an illustrated exploration of birds, their habitats, and their habits, while Mark Peck and Emily Rondel’s A Field Guide to Birds of Ontario provides an essential guide to identifying the province’s diverse species. Together, the authors will explore birdwatching, conservation, illustration, and the joy of paying closer attention to the skies above us.

In Conversation with David Shribman

Time: Sunday, November 1 at 3:30 PM

Venue: Victoria Chapel at Victoria University in the University of Toronto

As tariffs and trade tensions continue to reshape our relationship with our nearest neighbour, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Shribman joins Kyle Wyatt, editor of the Literary Review of Canada, to make sense of these unprecedented times and what may come next.

To learn more about the previously announced authors and programming highlights, including Barbara Kingsolver, David Szalay, Patrick deWitt, and Philippe Sands, view the previous announcement HERE.

Passes & Tickets

Festival passes, which include over 110 events at Victoria University in the University of Toronto, can be purchased at tickets.festivalofauthors.ca/

Single tickets to events at the Winter Garden Theatre can be purchased through Ticketmaster.

About TIFA:

The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) is a vibrant celebration of the stories that shape our world. As Toronto’s premier literary organization, TIFA offers a breadth of immersive, one-of-a-kind events that connect readers and authors alike.

TIFA is the proud host of its signature annual festival, an ambitious multi-day celebration that sets the standard for Canada’s literary landscape by bringing the world’s most compelling writers to Toronto each year. Drawing a diverse community of passionate readers, the festival delivers an unparalleled live experience through intimate conversations, creative masterclasses, and a rare opportunity to look past the page into the creative minds of writers.

TIFA gratefully acknowledges our Season Supporter, the Weston Foundations; our Presenting Donor, The Marilyn and Charles Baillie Family Foundation; our Global Authors Club, for providing additional philanthropic support; the Government of Canada, Canada Council for the Arts, the Government of Ontario, Ontario Arts Council, the Toronto Arts Council, the Centre for Creativity at Victoria University, and TIFA’s generous donors and supporters who recognize that great literature is worth investing in.

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tiff ’26 is just around the corner and Park Hyatt Toronto – an official tiff hospitality partner – have got some festival offerings, bringing the enticement back up to Yorkville.

A longtime TIFF fixture and one of the city’s most iconic places to see and be seen, the Yorkville landmark is celebrating the festival with special programming including:

-TIFF-themed cocktails at Joni and Writers Room
-Express treatments at Stillwater Spa for a little festival-season refresh
-Live music at Joni, inspired by the glamour and nostalgia of cinema’s golden age

You can explore the full TIFF programming and menus here.

Hollywood Suite is pleased to announce the fourth season of its fan-favourite original series, Cinema A to Z. Premiering in September 2026, the new season features four all-new installments: Party!, Sports, Creature Features, and Witches. Experts tackling these topics include Andrea Subissati (Rue Morgue), Justin Decloux and Will Sloan (The Important Cinema Club podcast), film critics Adam Nayman, Anthony Oliveira and Radheyan Simonpillai, as well as members of the Hollywood Suite team, including Cam Maitland, Alicia Fletcher, and Emily Gagne.

The new season starts on September 17 with the invite of the century: Cinema A to Z: Party! From co-ed ragers like Animal House, Old School, and Spring Breakers and school’s-out celebrations like Booksmart and Dazed and Confused, to adult party hijinks in The Wolf of Wall Street and The Great Gatsby, cinematic bacchanals unite party animals and wallflowers alike.

Teamwork makes the dream work when it comes to Cinema A to Z: Sports, premiering on September 24. From home runs (Field of Dreams, A League of Their Own, Moneyball) to touchdowns (Any Given Sunday, Jerry Maguire), hole-in-ones (Caddyshack) to slam dunks (He Got Game), and everything in between, we close the season with 26 sports movie classics to cheer on underdogs and top dogs.

Cinema A to Z: Creature Features tells tales of apex predators and household pets with a taste for blood, premiering October 1. The episode examines our enduring fascination with the uncanny, featuring cinematic creatures from Steven Spielberg’s classic Jaws and James Cameron’s aquatic exploitation film Piranha 2 to Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds and Jordan Peele’s Nope.

The season ends with a countdown to spooky season with Cinema A to Z: Witches on October 8. From the silent era, to Italian giallo, to contemporary arthouse hits, the occult on film is a transfixing phenomenon. Whether it’s an adaptation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, one of Miyazaki’s beloved pint-sized witches, sinister neighbours in Rosemary’s Baby, or even pop icon Madonna in Four Rooms, the episode conjures up the very best of the cinematic dark arts.

“Every season, we get to dive into a whole new set of movies, and that’s what makes Cinema A to Z so much fun,” said Scott McInnes, Director. ”The series offers an entertaining look at the films that have shaped cinema and culture, with contributors bringing their deep insight and knowledge to each topic. We had a great time putting this season together, and I’m excited for audiences to see what we’ve come up with.”

Cinema A to Z Season 4 premieres this September exclusively on Hollywood Suite. Watch Hollywood Suite original content now at hollywoodsuite.ca/originals.

THE HISTORY OF CONCRETE is the feature documentary debut of John Wilson, the key creative behind the popular HBO docuseries How To with John Wilson. This humorous film answers the question: How do you sell a documentary about concrete? Wilson’s answer is to attend a workshop on how to write and sell a Hallmark movie.

Selected Official Selections:
Sundance Film Festival 2026 – World Premiere
Calgary Underground Film Festival 2026 – Jury Award Winner – Best Documentary Feature
CPH: DOX 2026
Vision du Réel Film Festival 2026 (Switzerland)
Sydney Film Festival 2026
Melbourne International Film Festival 2026
Vancouver International Film Festival 2026
Directed by John Wilson, he produces alongside his producing collaborators on How to with John Wilson:
Clark Filio
Shirel Kozak
Allie Viti
Executive produced by:
Josh Safdie – Marty Supreme’s director
Eli Bush – Marty Supreme and Lady Bird’s producer
Ronald Bronstein – Safdie’s writing partner
Conor Hannon
Richie Doyle
Canadian distributor Photon Films will theatrically release THE HISTORY OF CONCRETE on Friday, September 25, 2026.

U.S. distributor Magnolia Pictures will release the film on Friday, September 18, 2026.

ABOUT PHOTON FILMS AND MEDIA
Launched in 2010, Photon Films and Media (photonfilms.ca ) formerly Pacific Northwest Pictures, is a leading Canadian entertainment company specializing in the development, financing, production and distribution of feature films for the domestic and international marketplace. With an emphasis on high quality films from leading filmmakers in diverse genres, Photon Films brings those films to consumers with innovative forms of marketing and distribution across all distribution platforms.

Recent theatrical releases include Little Lorraine directed by Andy Hines and starring Stephen Amell, Sean Astin, J Balvin, Matt Walsh, Rhys Darby and Stephen McHattie, Maddie’s Secret from John Early, Youngblood directed by Hubert Davis, Pillion directed by Harry Lighton and starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård and Holy Days from Nat Boltt and starring Jacki Weaver, Miriam Margolyes and Judy Davis.