The glittering 50th Toronto International Film Festival commences today with the much-anticipated world premiere of “John Candy: I Like Me,” a heartwarming documentary honoring the beloved Canadian funnyman.
The red carpet will be graced by Candy’s family, as well as renowned executive producer Ryan Reynolds and director Colin Hanks.
Prepare for a star-studded extravaganza over the next 11 days as Toronto plays host to a constellation of Hollywood luminaries, including Angelina Jolie, Keanu Reeves, Sydney Sweeney, and Dwayne Johnson.
Adding to the excitement, U.K. pop sensation Charli XCX will make her silver screen debut this afternoon in the captivating indie drama “Erupcja.” She portrays a British tourist entangled in a passionate whirlwind with a florist, masterfully played by Polish actress Lena Góra.
This special edition of TIFF boasts an impressive lineup of 291 films from across the globe, with must-see titles like Guillermo Del Toro’s “Frankenstein” and Benny Safdie’s “The Smashing Machine” generating significant buzz.
Audiences can also expect thought-provoking cinema with politically charged offerings such as “Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk,” shedding light on a Palestinian photojournalist’s tragic fate, and “The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue,” chronicling the harrowing rescue mission during the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks led by a retired Israeli soldier.
Join the cinematic celebration until Sept. 14, culminating in the prestigious People’s Choice Awards, often hailed as a harbinger of future Oscar triumphs.
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