#TIFF23: COLMAN DOMINGO TO RECEIVE TIFF TRIBUTE PERFOMER AWARD

Cameron Bailey, CEO of TIFF, is delighted to announce that award-winning actor Colman Domingo will receive the TIFF Tribute Performer Award. This Award recognizes an overall body of exceptional work, and is one of seven awards being handed out at the fifth annual TIFF Tribute Awards gala, presented by Bulgari on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Fairmont Royal York Hotel. A prolific actor of the screen and the stage, Domingo’s career spans over 30 years. Domingo will next be seen in Greg ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR TIFF ’23 SELECTION “RUSTIN”

Today we get a brand-new Trailer for RUSTIN starring Colman Domingo. The Film by George C. Wolfe premieres at TIFF '23 and arrives November 17, 2023 on Netflix. Synopsis:The architect of 1963’s momentous March on Washington, Bayard Rustin was one of the greatest activists and organizers the world has ever known. He challenged authority, never apologized for who he was, what he believed, or who he desired. And he did not back down. He made history, and in turn, he was forgotten. Directed ... Read more

#TIFF23: AWARD CATEGORIES, JURY MEMBERS AND PRIZES CONFIRMED FOR FESTIVAL

The Toronto International Film Festival® is delighted to announce its Award categories, jury members, and prizes for 2023, along with the return of three distinguished international film juries to honour outstanding works in this year’s lineup. The juries, featuring renowned film critics and filmmakers, include five members for FIPRESCI, the International Federation of Film Critics; three jurors for NETPAC, the Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema; and three jurors for Platform ... Read more

#TIFF23: ADDITIONAL HONOUREES ANNOUNCED AT TIFF TRIBUTE GALA

TIFF is delighted to announce additional honourees who will be receiving a TIFF Tribute Award at this year’s Festival. Recipients include award-winning Brazilian filmmaker Carolina Markowicz who will be honoured with the TIFF Emerging Talent Award presented by MGM Studios. This award is in the spirit of Torontonian Mary Pickford, the groundbreaking actor, producer, and co-founder of United Artists, whose impact continues today. Two-time Academy Award–nominated Polish cinematographer ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW STILLS FROM “NYAD”

Premiering November 3, 2023 on Netflix and next month at TIFF, here is a first look at NYAD starring Annette Bening and Jodie Foster! NYAD. (L-R) Annette Bening as Diana Nyad and Jodie Foster as Bonnie Stoll in NYAD. Cr. Kimberley French/Netflix ©2023 NYAD. Annette Bening as Diana Nyad in NYAD. Cr.Liz Parkinson/Netflix ©2023 DIRECTORS: Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy ChinWRITER: Julia CoxBASED ON: The Book "Find A Way" by Diana NyadPRODUCERS: Andrew Lazar, Teddy SchwarzmanEXECUTIVE ... Read more

#TIFF23: 2023 INDUSTRY SELECTS LINEUP ANNOUNCED

TIFF is excited to share the 2023 Industry Selects lineup. Screening for accredited buyers during the Festival, this curated selection of 12 films go beyond the Official Selection, and are all available for worldwide acquisition. “As the media industry continues to evolve, TIFF strives to foster creative innovation in both the development and business of storytelling,” said Anita Lee, TIFF Chief Programming Officer. “We will continue to expand our successful Industry Selects initiative, ... Read more

#TIFF23: SYLVESTER STALLONE TO APPEAR AT IN-CONVERSATION

TIFF is excited to announce Sylvester Stallone as the newest addition to the In Conversation With… (ICW) series for TIFF 2023. Stallone joins an illustrious roster of cinematic superstars including Pedro Almodóvar, Lee Byung-hun and Park Seo-jun, and Andy Lau. TIFF’s 2023 In Conversation With… is presented by Visa. “The 2023 In Conversation With… series embodies our conviction that film possesses the remarkable ability to ignite perspectives and drive profound change,” said ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: “REPTILE” NEW TRAILER

Having been announced at TIFF '23, we've been so curious about REPTILE starring Benicio Del Toro, Justin Timberlake and Alicia Silverstone. What a Cast! Last week we got a glimpse at some new stills and now we get a Trailer! This is out October 6, 2023 to Netflix. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KS1cNkZ9o1U ABOUT REPTILE:Director: Grant SingerWriters: Screenplay - Grant Singer & Benjamin Brewer And Benicio Del Toro, Story - Grant Singer & Benjamin BrewerProducers: Molly ... Read more

#TIFF: NEW CAFÉ-BAR “VARDA” AT TIFF BELL LIGHTBOX TO OPEN SOON

Cameron Bailey, CEO, TIFF, unveiled today the name of TIFF’s new café-bar, Varda, named in honour of the celebrated French filmmaker Agnès Varda, whose innovative storytelling and artistic vision have left an indelible mark on cinema. With the bright lights of King Street West as its backdrop, the new café-bar will be open exclusively for Contributors Circle and Patrons Circle Members during the Festival (September 7–17), before its official public launch in early fall, when it will be ... Read more

#TIFF23: SHAWN LEVY TO BE HONOURED AT TIFF TRIBUTE GALA

Cameron Bailey, CEO, TIFF, is delighted to announce that Canadian producer-director Shawn Levy (Free Guy, Deadpool 3) will receive the inaugural Norman Jewison Award presented by The Budman Family. Named in honour of the legendary Canadian filmmaker, the Norman Jewison Career Achievement Award is presented by The Budman Family, and recognizes Canadians in the film industry who have made a global impact with their careers. The awards presentation will take place at the TIFF Tribute Awards gala ... Read more