Sony Music Vision today announced that Always Lalisa, the feature documentary following global superstar, rapper, singer, dancer, and actor, LISA, will open in IMAX and cinemas worldwide for a limited engagement via Trafalgar Releasing beginning October 12, before streaming exclusively on YouTube Premium later this year. Tickets will be officially on sale for the theatrical release on September 9. To purchase tickets and get more information, visit www.AlwaysLaLisa.com.

Directed by Sue Kim, the film follows a pivotal year in LISA’s life, as, for the first time since childhood, she steps away from BLACKPINK for a year of independence. With the clock ticking before her return to the group, LISA confronts the fear and pressure of launching a solo career, pursuing acting, and building a brand, while yearning to maintain a personal life beyond the spotlight.

One of the most recognized artists in the world, LISA’s profile has never been higher: she was one of the performers for the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and performed “Goals” alongside Anitta and Rema, becoming the first female K-pop and Thai artist to perform; performed at Coachella 2025 as a solo act; covered Vanity Fair’s Summer 2026 issue; served on the 2026 Met Gala host committee as the first K-pop artist in that role; presented at the 2026 Golden Globes; made her acting debut in HBO’s The White Lotus; and announced two Netflix projects — starring in and executive producing action film TYGO and an untitled “Notting Hill”-inspired romantic comedy currently in development. LISA recently announced her upcoming EP, PRESS PLAY, out October 23rd. The first single “SaWaDika” arrives Thursday, September 3rd. LISA also made history as the first K-pop artist to hold a Las Vegas residency, with her four-show VIVA LA LISA run at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace — spanning November 13–14 and November 27–28, 2026 — selling out in under 10 minutes.

“LISA’s music resonates with fans across the globe and we hope this film creates that same powerful connection,” said Tom Mackay, President, Sony Music Vision. “Alongside its theatrical release, we’re thrilled to partner with YouTube Premium to bring this intimate look at her incredible journey directly to audiences around the world, wherever they are.”

“Always Lalisa gives fans an unguarded look at LISA’s trajectory from BLACKPINK stardom into one of the most recognized artists in the world,” said Marc Allenby, CEO of Trafalgar Releasing. “BLINKS have been waiting for this story and we are proud to give them the opportunity to celebrate her incredible journey together in cinemas worldwide.”

“LISA is an absolute force of nature who has built an incredibly special connection with her fans at her home on YouTube. She is constantly pushing boundaries and redefining what it means to be a global superstar,” said Lyor Cohen, Global Head of Music, YouTube. “There’s no better place to share her story than on YouTube, giving her millions of fans a front-row seat to her evolution as an artist.”

Following its world premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, Always Lalisa opens in theatres worldwide this October. The film will be available to stream globally on YouTube Premium later this year. Further details, including cinema listings, will be available at www.AlwaysLaLisa.com.

Always Lalisa is produced by Sony Music Vision in association with RCA Records and Tremolo Productions in association with Salt Water Productions and LLOUD CO. The film is directed by Sue Kim. Producers are Sue Kim and Courtney Crockett for Salt Water Productions. Morgan Neville and Caitrin Rogers serve as executive producers for Tremolo Productions. Alice Kang and Joojong Joe serve as executive producers for LLOUD CO. Peter Edge, John Fleckenstein, and Camille Yorrick serve as executive producers for RCA Records. Tom Mackay, Krista Wegener, and Abby Lynn Kang Davis serve as executive producers for Sony Music Vision.

About LISA

LISA is a rapper, singer, dancer and actor best known as a member of the globally renowned K-pop girl group, BLACKPINK. Beyond her success with BLACKPINK, LISA has made a name for herself as a solo artist. LISA broke three Guinness World Records in 2023 as the most Instagram followers for a K-pop artist (currently at 105 Million followers on the platform), she is also the first solo K-pop winner at both the MTV Video Music Awards and the MTV European Music Awards. In 2024, LISA launched her own management company, LLOUD CO., in an effort to create a platform to showcase her overall vision in music and entertainment that pushes boundaries. In partnership with LLOUD Co. and RCA Records, LISA released her first solo single under the partnership, “Rockstar” which was produced by Ryan Tedder and Sam Homaee. She then joined forces with GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Rosalía to release her second single, “New Woman,” followed by her third single, “Moonlit Floor.” She first teased “Moonlit Floor” during her solo festival debut at the Global Citizen Festival in New York City and following the song’s official release, she had a showstopping performance at the Victoria’s Secret Runway Show. Along with her global dominance in music and unparalleled stage presence, she is known for her unique fashion sense and trendsetting style, making her a prominent force in the global fashion industry. LISA graced the cover of ELLE Magazine’s highly coveted September issue in 2024, Louis Vuitton announced LISA as their newest House Ambassador and she continues to be the face of Bulgari. LISA released her highly anticipated debut solo album, Alter Ego, last February, which debuted at number seven on the Billboard 200 chart and also debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Album Sales chart. LISA made her solo Coachella debut in 2025 to rave reviews and made a surprise appearance during Anyma’s set at Coachella 2026. LISA made history as the first K-Pop act to announce a Las Vegas Residency with her show ‘VIVA LA LISA,’ scheduled for four nights at the Colosseum at Caesar’s Palace this November. Most recently, Lisa performed at the opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles alongside Anitta and Rema to debut their song “Goals” off the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album. Outside of music, LISA made her acting debut as “Mook” in the Emmy-nominated season 3 of HBO’s hit series, The White Lotus. She is currently embarking on her first major film role in TYGO, a new chapter of the Extraction universe.

ABOUT SONY MUSIC VISION

Sony Music Vision is the film and visual content division of Sony Music Entertainment, dedicated to developing and producing feature documentaries, concert films, and visual projects for the company’s frontline and catalog artists. Sony Music Vision’s projects are united by a commitment to authentic storytelling, world-class filmmaking, and bringing artists’ stories to audiences on the biggest stages in the world.

ABOUT TRAFALGAR RELEASING

Trafalgar Releasing is the global leader in event cinema distribution, connecting fans through unforgettable cinematic experiences in over 15,000 theaters across 132 countries. A subsidiary of Trafalgar Entertainment, the company specializes in the production, acquisition, marketing, and worldwide distribution of live and pre-recorded content to cinemas. Trafalgar Releasing’s diverse slate spans chart-topping concert films and live concert broadcasts, award-winning theatre, acclaimed opera, dance, television, podcasts, and music documentaries—featuring some of the biggest names in entertainment including Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, BTS, Metallica, Pink Floyd, Coldplay, Billie Eilish, The Chosen and the Royal Ballet and Opera. For more information, visit www.trafalgar-releasing.com.

ABOUT IMAX

IMAX (NYSE: IMAX) is a global leader in entertainment technology, delivering immersive cinematic experiences through proprietary software, architecture, and projection systems. Filmmakers, studios, and artists worldwide use IMAX to connect with audiences at scale, making its network one of the most powerful platforms for blockbuster events and entertainment.

Headquartered in New York, Toronto, and Los Angeles, IMAX operates 1,876 systems across 91 countries and territories as of June 30, 2026. IMAX China Holding, Inc., a subsidiary of IMAX Corporation, trades on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under stock code “1970.” IMAX and related marks are trademarks of IMAX Corporation. For more information, visit www.imax.com.

CBC today unveiled the trailer for original feature documentary and 2026 Toronto International Film Festival official selection Neil Peart: No One’s Disciple. The trailer offers a first look at the film’s intimate exploration of Rush drummer and lyricist Neil Peart, featuring rare archival footage, personal reflections, and extraordinary live performances from some of the world’s most acclaimed drummers.

Directed by Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn and produced by Banger Films and Elevation Pictures, Neil Peart: No One’s Disciple explores the artistry and enduring influence of Rush’s enigmatic drummer and lyricist. An all-star lineup of drummers, including Danny Carey of Tool, Stewart Copeland of The Police, Gavin Harrison of King Crimson and Porcupine Tree, and Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers, joins Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson to tackle Peart’s notoriously demanding drum parts, revealing the musicianship behind one of rock’s most original artists. Republic Pictures has acquired the film outside of Canada.

TIFF 2026 WORLD PREMIERE

Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 9:30 PM (EDT)

VISA Screening Room at the Princess of Wales Theatre

BROADCAST AND STREAMING PREMIERE

Wednesday, September 23, 8:00 PM (8:30 NT)

CBC and CBC Gem in Canada

The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is hosting an art exhibit—well, sort of. TIFF: The Market recently launched its inaugural Innovation Hub, an exhibition at the intersection of storytelling, art, and technology. Open to the public September 15–16, 2026, the immersive exhibition explores how emerging technologies are reshaping how screen-based content is created, experienced, and shared with audiences.

TIFF’s expansion into a global film marketplace brings creators and industry leaders together around emerging forms of screen-based content. As part of that expansion, the Innovation Hub showcases how emerging forms of storytelling can entertain audiences and create opportunities for decision-makers, who will soon gather in Toronto, to see firsthand how these formats could reach new audiences. Selected by an international advisory committee, the exhibition features three World Premieres, one North American Premiere, and four Canadian Premieres. Altogether, the eight works explore many of today’s defining ideas, including artificial intelligence, speculative futures, Indigenous knowledge, identity, historical memory, climate justice, and more, through immersive and interactive formats.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

Lesbian Simulator—an interactive simulation game that transforms virtual reality into a joyful, deeply personal exploration of identity, love, and belonging.

Body Proxy—audiences become the physical body for artificial intelligence, using AI-enabled smart glasses to enter a fictional gig economy where AI agents hire humans to perform physical tasks.

Mekwâc: “Now Is Good”—an immersive projection experience grounded in a Cree worldview, inviting audiences into a living, cyclical story that bridges generations, cultures, and ways of knowing.

As governments, media companies, and creators invest more heavily in emerging technologies and new forms of digital content, we’d love to explore a story about how the Innovation Hub offers a snapshot of where the industry may be heading next and what these new formats could mean for the future of the entertainment business.

More here.

Liberty Entertainment Group have unveiled the various marquee events they’ll be hosting at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, including:

-TIFF opening night party and VIP afterparty at Powder Room

-Rogers Red Carpet on Yorkville Avenue (Bellair to Hazelton Ave), September 10-13, featuring live music including the Casa Loma Orchestra with E Street Band members, Our Lady Peace, and open-air film screenings at dusk. More on some of Rogers’ initiatives this year here.

-Rogers TIFF Gala VIP reception at Blue Bovine, Saturday, September 12, 2026, 7 pm to 12 am

-At Powder Room, they’ve created TIFF-exclusive cocktails and bites: the Rotten Tomatoes (fresh muddled Campari tomatoes, 15-year-old white balsamic vinegar, Ketel One vodka, shiso leaf, cracked black pepper) and Red Carpet Tater Tots (crispy tater tots with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos powder, crème fraîche, chives, and caviar).

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.

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.

This September, the city’s film festival season takes centre stage, and Toronto’s dining scene is getting in on the action. From cinematic cocktails and film-inspired dishes to limited-time tasting menus and lavish seafood spreads, a star-studded lineup of restaurants is serving up experiences worthy of the red carpet, including exclusive menu features from Lai Wah Heen, Odd Duck, 156 ONE FIVE SIX, Miku Toronto, Minami, No Vacancy, and Lyla, with each restaurant putting its own creative spin on the season.

Lai Wah Heen
IG. @laiwahheen
📍108 Chestnut Street

Lai Wah Heen is staging a culinary premiere of its own during Toronto’s international film festival season. Executive Chef Heyden Sin’s The Treasure of Fortune is an extravagant five-course experience priced at $8,888, including a 500-gram tin of caviar and the Supreme Eight-Treasure Gourd-Shaped Goose as its main-course centrepiece.

Prepared over three days, the whole deboned goose unites three Cantonese traditions: the dramatic release of broth from a traditional pigeon preparation, the technique and symbolism of Eight-Treasure Duck, and the prized mountain-and-sea delicacies associated with Buddha Jumps Over the Wall. Shaped into an auspicious bottle gourd, it is filled with eight treasures, including Alba white truffle, Japanese dried abalone, fish maw and Galapagos sea cucumber. The goose arrives whole for a dramatic tableside reveal before being ceremonially carved and finished with freshly shaved truffle.

Guests may elevate the experience with a rare 1989 Château Margaux, offered as an optional $3,888 bottle pairing. One of Bordeaux’s celebrated First Growths and top vintages, the Cabernet-led vintage was shaped by an exceptionally hot, dry growing season and is distinguished by its richness, complexity, floral character and remarkably smooth tannins. Only two bottles are available.

Five-course experience: $8,888 CAD, including a 500-gram tin of caviar
Optional wine add-on: 1989 Château Margaux, $3,888 per bottle
Wine availability: Two bottles only
Availability: Limited quantities during Toronto’s international film festival season

Advance order: Three days required
Available from September 10–20.
Link to Reserve HERE.

Minami Toronto
IG. @minamitoronto
📍225 King St. W

This year Minami is honoured to return as an Official TIFF Hospitality Partner and is setting the scene for with a festival-inspired lineup of Japanese dishes and cinematic cocktails. Features include Wagyu X Tartare with black truffle, caviar, sour cream, yuzu, sesame, Japanese black vinegar, and crispy sushi rice; and Aosa Lobster Tempura with yuzu Saikyo miso, wasabi, ume katsuo ponzu jelly, and charcoal oil. The cocktail program takes its cue from the silver screen with Reel It In, made with Redbreast Whiskey, and the aptly named The Sequel. From September 11–16, Minami will also welcome the return of the Visa Infinite Studio, an exclusive evening experience for eligible Visa Infinite cardholders. Set against the excitement of TIFF, the Studio will offer a curated program of food and drink, signature cocktails, entertainment, and special experiences.

Minami TIFF Menu
Wagyu X Tartare
Aosa Lobster Tempura
Minami TIFF Cocktails
Reel it In | $22
The Sequel | $19
Available from September 10–20.
Link to Reserve HERE

156 ONE FIVE SIX
IG. @onefivesix_156
📍1100 Queen Street West

For the film festival season, MICHELIN‑recognized 156 ONE FIVE SIX introduces a trio of limited‑edition features inspired by the works of Korean filmmakers Na Hong‑jin and Yeon Sang-ho. The “Familiar Stranger” highball ($21) honours the upcoming world premiere of Paradise Lost, blending Toki Whisky, peach soju, shiso oleo and soda into a playful reinterpretation of the classic highball and a nod to the film’s tension between the known and the uncanny.
Two dishes draw from Hope and its remote Hopo Port setting. “Hopo Coast” translates the film’s stark, coastal atmosphere into a refined seafood plate of poached and chilled lobster, cucumber noodles, medley tomatoes and yuja pine nuts. “Midnight in Hopo,” offers a Korean‑style potato pancake layered with mussels, myeongran aioli, prosciutto, horseradish and dill, mirrors the film’s darker, late‑night mood while pairing a familiar Korean staple with maritime flavours.
Together, the trio offers a culinary homage to Korean storytelling, blending memory, place and atmosphere into dishes and drinks that feel both cinematic and deeply rooted in Korean tradition.

Available September 10-20

Link to Reserve HERE

156 ONE FIVE SIX Menu Features:
Hopo Coast | $36
Midnight in Hopo | $20
Familiar Stranger | $21

Miku Toronto
IG. @mikutoronto
📍10 Bay St.

In celebration of Japanese cinema, Miku Toronto invites guests to experience a meal told like a film. Inspired by kishōtenketsu, a traditional Japanese storytelling structure built around introduction, development, transformation and resolution, the $85 Pre-Screening Menu unfolds in three cinematic acts—beginning with an opening scene, building to its leading role, and culminating in a final cut of Miku’s signature sushi. Like any great film, the experience is designed around pacing, contrast and anticipation, with each course revealing a new chapter in the story.

Available September 10–20.
Link to Reserve HERE.

Miku Toronto Pre-Screening Menu | $85 per person
OPENING SCENE
Appetizer Trio
Hokkaido Scallop & Atlantic Salmon Sashimi (2pc)
Ebi Fritter (2pc)
Aka Miso Duck
LEADING ROLE
Choice of Entrée
Saikyo Miso Sablefish (3oz)
—or—
A5 Japanese Wagyu Striploin (2oz)
THE FINAL CUT
Sushi Selection
Aburi Nigiri (2pc)
Aburi Salmon Oshi (1pc)
Aburi Ebi Oshi (1pc)
Miku Roll (1pc)
Red Wave Roll (1pc)
Guests can also add a Sapporo for $7 with the purchase of the Pre-Screening Menu.
SAPPORO — $7
With purchase of the menu.

No Vacancy
IG. @novacancyto
📍74 Ossington Ave.

No Vacancy, Canada’s 100 Best’s Best New Bar, No. 14 on Canada’s 100 Best Bars list and No. 82 on the extended North America’s 50 Best Bars is also joining the star studded lineup. In celebration of film festival season and the world premiere of Always Lalisa, the new documentary following BLACKPINK superstar LISA, No Vacancy is spotlighting its aptly named BLACKPINK cocktail for $25. Made with vodka, an olive oil wash, activated charcoal, Plymouth Gin, vermouths and yuzu bitters, the striking cocktail offers a fitting nod to one of the season’s most anticipated music documentaries. Available at No Vacancy on Ossington throughout the festival season.

No Vacancy Menu Features

BLACKPINK | $25

Available September 10-20.
Link to reserve HERE.

Lyla
IG. @lylatoronto
📍60 Sudbury St

For the city’s upcoming film festival season, Lyla is getting into the cinematic spirit with a trio of food and drink offerings inspired by this year’s films. In celebration of Nanni Moretti’s It Will Happen Tonight, Lyla’s $42 1942 in Capri brings a little Italian romance and glamour to the occasion, with Don Julio Añejo 1942, Campari, Cocchi and Guerra coming together in a celebratory aperitivo made for a pre-screening toast or a night out after the credits roll. For Conversation with the Sea, the coastal Mediterranean hot spot is serving a conversation with the sea of its own: the Grand Plateau brings together caviar bites, oysters, cocktail shrimp, ceviche and bluefin tuna crudo in a celebratory seafood spread designed for sharing before a screening or over a festival-season dinner. Finally, in celebration of A Talent for Murder, Lyla is serving a killer Italian‑inspired order that nods to the film’s dramatic flair: Tagliolini All’Aragosta pairs butter-poached Atlantic lobster with delicate tagliolini, VSOP lobster bisque and lobster glaze, available with a half or whole lobster for an indulgent choice worthy of a festival night out.

Lyla Menu Features
1942 In Capri | $42
Grand Plateau | $95
Tagliolini All’Aragosta | Half Lobster $69 or Whole Lobster $109

Available September 10–20.
Link to Reserve HERE.

Odd Duck
IG. @oddduckwandp
📍93 Ontario St S

To celebrate the film festival season, MICHELIN-recommended Odd Duck debuts its limited-edition “Director’s Cut” cocktail, inspired by the 1922 silent-film classic Blood and Sand, starring Rudolph Valentino. The restaurant gives the iconic Blood and Sand cocktail its own “director’s cut,” preserving its signature Scotch, cherry and citrus profile while reimagining it with Monkey Shoulder Scotch, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, sencha tea and blood orange, topped with a silky blood orange cold foam.

Odd Duck Menu Features
Director’s Cut | $19
Available September 10–20
Link to reserve HERE.

Rogers, presenting partner of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), today announced the Rogers Red Carpet in Yorkville. Throughout opening weekend, the neighbourhood will transform into a premium red carpet destination for fans to immerse themselves in the energy, culture and magic of cinema.  

“Rogers is bringing TIFF back to Yorkville in an even bigger way this year as part of our commitment to connecting Canadians to world-class entertainment experiences,” said Terrie Tweddle, Chief Brand and Communications Officer, Rogers. “The Rogers Red Carpet gives festival-goers a chance step into the excitement and glamour of TIFF in the heart of Toronto.”  

Rogers Brings TIFF Back to Yorkville 

The Rogers Red Carpet is an immersive red carpet experience inviting guests into the action and glam of TIFF through shareable photo moments, interactive games, live musical performances, and movie screenings.

The fully programmed stage comes alive with musical acts, including Kid Koala, Jeremie Albino and The 99s, as well as returning favourite the Casa Loma Orchestra joined by members of the E Street Band. Additionally, the stage will welcome Our Lady Peace for a special performance and Q&A ahead of the world premiere of Gail, a music documentary following a superfan during the band’s 30th anniversary Canadian tour. At dusk, the venue will become an open-air movie theatre showcasing films from TIFF’s 2026 Short Cuts Program with filmmaker fireside chats, followed by TIFF People’s Choice Award winning films - La La Land, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and The Princess Bride.

The free public event runs from the evening of Thursday, Sept. 10 to Sunday, Sept. 13 on Yorkville Avenue between Bellair Street and Hazelton Ave. The full schedule of stage programming and film screenings will be announced in the coming weeks – visit About.Rogers.com/TIFF.

Red Carpet Experience Brings Rogers Customers Closer to the Stars

Rogers Beyond the Seat brings customers front-row access to celebrities at the Roy Thomson Hall red carpet, part of the company’s premier prizing and experiences with more than 5,000 giveaways. Other prizes include free tickets to films throughout the Festival and free concessions at Yorkville movie screenings.  

Rogers customers can get a chance to win a Beyond the Seat viewing experience for the World Premiere on Friday, Sept. 11 of Always Lalisa, a documentary film on global pop star Lalisa Manobal’s first year as a solo artist. With 150 tickets up for grabs, follow @Rogers on Instagram for more details in the coming weeks.

On Wednesday, Sept. 16, Rogers customers will also have a chance to join an exclusive screening of Neil Peart: No One’s Disciple, a documentary about the renowned Rush drummer.

Additionally, one lucky Rogers customer will win the grand prize – a VIP all-inclusive red carpet gala experience, including airfare, during TIFF’s closing weekend. Visit about.rogers.com/TIFF to learn more.

Destination for Exclusive Content and Coverage 

Throughout the Festival, Rogers Sports & Media will bring film buffs closer to the red carpet action and behind the scenes during TIFF’s biggest nights. Tune in to Breakfast Television on Citytv and Citytv+ for exclusive interviews, including the latest red carpet celebrity interviews.

About Rogers Communications Inc.
Rogers is Canada’s leading communications and entertainment company and its shares are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI). For more information, please visit rogers.com or about.rogers.com/investor-relations/.

TIFF: The Market, happening September 10-16, is thrilled to launch its Innovation
Hub, a powerful, new exhibition operating at the intersection of storytelling, art and technology.
Spanning virtual reality, mixed reality, artificial intelligence and interactive media, the exhibition
demonstrates how today’s leading creators are using new technologies to engage audiences in
ways that go beyond the traditional methods.

Located on Level 200 of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, the Hub is part of a broader
focus on innovation across TIFF: The Market, extending from immersive projects in the
International Financing & Project Market (IFPM) to Summit conversations examining the
technologies, creative practices and business models shaping the future of the screen
industries.

Selected by an international advisory committee, the exhibition features three World Premieres,
one North American Premiere and four Canadian Premieres, with creators representing
Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Greenland, the Netherlands, Taiwan and the
United States. Together, the eight works showcase many of today’s defining ideas, from artificial
intelligence and speculative futures to Indigenous knowledge, identity, historical memory,
climate justice and human resilience.

“We’re excited to provide a platform for the global industry to explore these incredible
projects,” said Charles Tremblay, Head of TIFF: The Market. “Their unique blend of
cinema, contemporary art and emerging technology creates a meaningful connection
between the audience and the compelling characters and stories reflected in each
experience.”

THE EXHIBITION
Designed as a destination exhibition, the Innovation Hub unfolds as a curated journey through
four thematic explorations, revealing how immersive artists around the world are using new

technologies to showcase identity, memory, artificial intelligence, climate justice and humanity’s
future.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & THE FUTURE OF WORK
At the intersection of artificial intelligence, labour and human agency, Body Proxy offers a
provocative vision of a future where humans work for machines.

Making its Canadian Premiere following its debut at SXSW, Body Proxy from acclaimed Los
Angeles studio Tender Claws invites audiences to accept a job unlike any other: becoming the
physical body for artificial intelligence. Presented as a fictional startup onboarding, participants
wear AI-enabled smart glasses before entering a speculative economy where AI agents hire
human workers to complete physical tasks they cannot perform themselves. Every action is
measured, tokenized and traded, turning human labour into a commodity whose value rises and
falls in real time. At once immersive theatre, performance art and speculative design, Body
Proxy offers a sharp satire of algorithmic management, gig work and surveillance capitalism,
asking what happens when people are no longer simply users of AI, but its workforce.

INDIGENOUS FUTURES, IDENTITY & BELONGING
Three projects place culture and lived experience at the centre of technological innovation.
Making its World Premiere, Mekwâc: “Now Is Good” by Quantum Wampum and James
Monkman Studio is an immersive projection experience grounded in a Cree worldview, inviting
audiences into a living, cyclical story that bridges generations, cultures and ways of knowing.
Guided by the Four Directions and the Four Stages of Life- infancy, youth, adulthood and
eldership- participants journey alongside the beings of the Seven Grandfather Teachings:
Beaver (Wisdom), Sabé (Honesty), Buffalo (Respect), Eagle (Love), Wolf (Humility), Bear
(Bravery) and Turtle (Truth). Through powerful imagery, spatial sound and interactive
environments, the installation illuminates the profound relationships that connect people to the
land, water, animals and one another. Rather than using technology as spectacle, Mekwâc
reimagines immersive media as a space for cultural continuity, healing and the sharing of
Indigenous knowledge across generations.

Making its World Premiere, Tartupaluk by acclaimed Greenlandic-Canadian artist, writer and
performer Laakkuluk Williamson invites audiences to become citizens of an imagined Arctic
republic inspired by a tiny real-world island claimed by both Canada and Greenland. Through an
interactive virtual reality journey, visitors tour the fictional Republic of Tartupaluk, earning their
citizenship among a nation of circumpolar lovers as the island’s long history of imperialist
geopolitical claims gives way to a hopeful vision of gathering, connection and belonging.
Blending immersive storytelling, performance and political satire, Tartupaluk transforms a
contested border into a poetic Inuit utopia, reimagining sovereignty through community rather
than division and inviting audiences to consider the cultural relationships that transcend colonial
boundaries.

Making its Canadian Premiere, Lesbian Simulator by Dutch artist Iris van der Meule
transforms virtual reality into a joyful, deeply personal exploration of identity, love and belonging.
Designed as an interactive simulation game, participants build their own lesbian persona before
navigating formative moments including coming out, making friends, dating, celebrating Pride
and confronting discrimination in everyday life. Drawing on the artist’s personal experiences, the
colourful and humorous work balances moments of celebration with honest reflections on
inequality and prejudice, creating an experience that is as entertaining as it is emotionally
resonant. Through immersive participation rather than passive observation, Lesbian Simulator
invites audiences to step into another lived experience, demonstrating how virtual reality can
cultivate empathy, spark dialogue and celebrate the diversity of the queer community.

MEMORY, HISTORY & THE STORIES WE CARRY
From an iconic photograph frozen in time to a city rapidly transforming and a husband’s journey
through grief, three works explore how immersive storytelling can reconstruct, preserve and
inhabit memory.

Making its World Premiere, The Big Picture – “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper” by French creator
Chloé Rochereuil reimagines one of the world’s most celebrated photographs as an immersive
journey through history. Beginning with the iconic 1932 image of eleven ironworkers sharing
lunch on a steel beam high above New York City, the experience invites audiences to step
beyond the edges of the photograph and into the world that surrounded it. As visitors explore
the three-dimensional environment, forgotten stories, unseen perspectives and the lives behind
the camera gradually emerge, transforming a single frozen moment into a richly layered
narrative. Through immersive storytelling, The Big Picture reveals how virtual reality can breathe
new life into historical archives, inviting audiences to experience history rather than simply
observe it.

Making its Canadian Premiere following its award-winning presentation at Venice Biennale
Immersive, The Clouds Are Two Thousand Meters Up transforms an acclaimed short story by
Taiwanese author Wu Ming-Yi into a breathtaking free-roaming virtual reality experience.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Singing Chen, the immersive work follows Guan, a lawyer
grieving the sudden loss of his wife, as he journeys into the mountains guided by the unfinished
novel she left behind. Moving through lush forests, Indigenous Rukai creation stories, memory
and myth, audiences experience a world where landscapes become storytellers and every
environment carries emotional meaning. Visually stunning and deeply moving, the installation
dissolves the boundaries between literature, cinema and immersive art, revealing how virtual
reality can create experiences that are at once intimate, poetic and profoundly human.

Following its presentation at Venice Immersive, director Chloé Lee’s Reflections of Little Red
Dot makes its Canadian Premiere at TIFF with an interactive exploration of Singapore’s rapidly
changing urban landscape. Created by Present Futures as a mixed-reality open documentary,
the work brings together personal stories from Singaporeans across generations, tracing the
country’s transformation through the people and communities who have lived it. Using a custom
projector, visitors shape their own journey through neighbourhoods, recollections and histories

altered by decades of extraordinary development. As familiar places disappear or take on new
forms, Reflections of Little Red Dot considers what is lost alongside them, preserving not simply
how a city looked, but how it felt to live there.

STORIES THAT INSPIRE ACTION
Making its North American Premiere, Solwata places audiences on the front lines of the global
climate crisis through an immersive documentary unlike any other. Narrated by Academy
Award-nominated actor and environmental advocate Mark Ruffalo, the mixed-reality experience
follows the island communities of Walande, Ngongosila, and Kwai in the Solomon Islands as
they confront the impossible reality of having to relocate their homes and lives due to rising
seas. Created by Berlin-based NowHere Media in partnership with Human Rights Watch and
Agog: The Immersive Media Institute, the installation blends documentary filmmaking,
360-degree video, spatial audio and tactile interaction with water and cultural objects to create
an experience that is both intimate and profoundly moving. Developed in collaboration with the
communities whose stories it tells, Solwata reveals the human face of climate displacement
while demonstrating the extraordinary power of immersive storytelling to foster empathy, deepen
understanding and inspire action.

The Innovation Hub is presented by the Canada Media Fund. The Hollywood Reporter is the
media partner for The Innovation Hub.

The Innovation Hub will be accessible every day for registered TIFF: The Market delegates and
open to the public for two days only, September 15-16.

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Public Access
September 15–16, 2026
Timed entry is available during the following windows:
● 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
● 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
● 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tickets: https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff2/InnovationHub

Experience Premiere Approx. Runtime
Body Proxy Canadian Premiere 25 min
Reflections of Little Red Dot Canadian Premiere 40 min
Mekwâc: “Now Is Good” World Premiere 25 min
Tartupaluk World Premiere 31 min
Lesbian Simulator Canadian Premiere 40 min
The Big Picture – Lunch Atop a
Skyscraper

World Premiere 15 min

The Clouds Are Two Thousand Meters Up Canadian Premiere 62 min
Solwata North American Premiere 25 min
View details here.

About TIFF: The Market

TIFF: The Market, funded by the Government of Canada and supported by Major Supporter
Telefilm Canada, will expand TIFF’s scope of offerings and reinforce its role as a global
entertainment industry leader in screen-based storytelling while fostering sustainable growth for
the industry worldwide. Aligned with the Festival, TIFF: The Market will foster the buying and
selling of screen-based projects, intellectual property, plus immersive and innovative content
across all platforms, elevating Canadian and international talent while driving global distribution
and sales.

TIFF is generously supported by Major Sponsors RBC and Visa and Major Supporters
the Government of Ontario, Telefilm Canada, and the City of Toronto.
Online pass registration ends today, August 26th. Standard pass accreditation
rates end August 28th. All passes include access to Market venues and Press &
Market screenings of films in TIFF’s Official Selection (formerly known as Press &
Industry screenings).

All passes include access to Market venues and Press & Market screenings of films in TIFF’s
Official Selection (formerly known as Press & Industry screenings).

For more information, visit tiff.net/themarket/attend

We get a new Trailer for tiff ’26 selection, FJORD, hot off its success this spring at Cannes.

Directed by: Cristian Mungiu
Starring: Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve

From two-time Palme d’Or winner Cristian Mungiu, a Norwegian woman and her devout Romanian husband relocate with their five children to a remote, close-knit, coastal town. Their teenage children form a fast bond with a neighboring family as unease begins to simmer around their rigid beliefs. When allegations of abuse emerge, they are forced to confront a system of judgment that blurs the line between concern and prejudice.