The Toronto International Film Festival has announced the first batch of films that will be shown at the various galas and special presentations as one of the biggest film events in Canada gets started on September 5th.
Of the 16 galas and 55 special presentations revealed, this first slate of films includes 40 world premieres from filmmakers including Steve McQueen, John Carney, Amma Asante, Godfrey Reggio, Jason Reitman, John Wells, Denis Villeneuve, Don McKellar, Jasmila Žbanić, Justin Chadwick, Mike Myers, Liza Johnson, Richard Ayoade, David Gordon Green, Ralph Fiennes, Paul Haggis, Jason Bateman, and Matthew Weiner.
“This first round of films offers a taste of the powerhouse lineup at this year’s Festival,” said Piers Handling, CEO and Director of TIFF, in a press release. “These are the works that will have everyone talking because they capture the mood of the times. They will captivate, excite and entertain the global film community and audiences alike.”
“An unparalleled calibre of international talent will illuminate the city for 11 spectacular days, to descend on the hottest red carpets representing productions from across the globe including South Africa, France, Canada, South Korea, Australia, Germany, USA, and the United Kingdom,” said Cameron Bailey, Artistic Director of the Toronto International Film Festival.
The 38th Toronto International Film Festival runs from September 5 to 15. Visit their website for more info.
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