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Toronto International Film Festival Opens with Diverse Lineup

The Toronto International Film Festival launches its latest edition featuring a mix of high-profile premieres and critical reviews. Notable entries include the documentary 'Being Heumann' and Naomi Watts in the post-Holocaust drama 'The Housewife'.

10 Sept, 23:51 — 11 Sept, 06:10
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globe-and-mailHigh7h ago

Film fans gear up for another year of TIFF

Film fans from near and far were out on a blocked-out portion of King Street, also known as Festival Street, to soak in the atmosphere ahead of opening night of TIFF.

By Kaitlyn McGrath

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varietyMostly Factual1h ago

Na Hong-Jin, Lav Diaz, Bertrand Mandico, Rintaro Headline Busan Master Class Lineup

The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has unveiled the lineup for its Master Class, Cine Class and Special Talk programs. Master Class brings together four directors reflecting on their creative work. Na Hong-Jin, who drew global attention this year with “Hope,” will discuss the roots of his creative vision. Filipino auteur Lav Diaz and […]

By Naman Ramachandran

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual2h ago

Sian Heder Says “Collective Action Matters” as ‘Being Heumann’ Opens Toronto Film Festival

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow declared her city’s waterfront “will always be Lake Ontario” during a gala opening night for TIFF overshadowed by Donald Trump’s trade war with Canada.

By Etan Vlessing

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deadlineMostly Factual1h ago

Toronto Film Festival 2026: Read All Of Deadline’s Reviews

The 2026 Toronto Film Festival kicked off Thursday, September 10, and features a slew of world premieres including the official opening-night film Being Heumann, Oscar winner Siân Heder‘s follow-up to her Best Picture winner CODA. The event’s 51st edition features 10 days of premieres, gala presentations and more as the third leg of the fall […]

By Erik Pedersen

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