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Zack Snyder’s long-gestating drama The Last Photograph will world premiere as a TIFF special screening on Sept. 13, with Stuart Martin as an ex-DEA agent and Fra Fee as a war photographer in a revenge-driven jungle thriller; the project has a refreshed logline and marks Snyder’s move toward intimate storytelling, continuing his collaboration with Deborah Snyder, Wesley Coller, and Gianni Nunnari’s Hollywood Gang/Stone Quarry.
TIFF announced the first wave of its 51st edition, previewing Gala, Special Presentations, and Platform films from nearly 30 countries, including projects by acclaimed directors such as Pedro Almodóvar, Hirokazu Kore-eda, Lee Chang-dong, Andrey Zvyagintsev, Mike Leigh, Florian Zeller, and Danny Boyle; the slate features multiple world and North American premieres as the festival runs September 10–20, 2026 (with TIFF Market September 10–16).
The horror hit Obsession has become the top-grossing festival acquisition ever, grossing $225.5 million globally after Focus Features won the rights from Toronto in a around-$15 million bidding war; it surpassed Fahrenheit 9/11 and posted a notable box-office pattern with stronger returns in later weekends, cementing director Curry Barker’s breakout status.
The article highlights six notable films showcased at the Toronto International Film Festival, including adaptations like Hedda, a documentary about the life of lyricist Lorenz Hart in Blue Moon, a crime comedy Roofman, a detective series Wake Up Dead Man, and a tragic farce No Other Choice, emphasizing diverse genres and acclaimed performances.
The premiere of Barry Avrich's film 'The Road Between Us' at TIFF sparked significant controversy, protests, and emotional reactions, highlighting the deep divisions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, despite the film's largely human-centric and apolitical focus on an Israeli grandfather's rescue mission during the October 7 attack.
James McAvoy was punched by a stranger at a Toronto bar during TIFF but handled the situation calmly and continued enjoying his evening. The actor was promoting his directorial debut, California Schemin', and the incident did not seem to impact his overall experience at the festival.
Famous actor James McAvoy was sucker-punched from behind at a Toronto bar during TIFF but remained calm and laughed it off, with others intervening to remove the attacker.
Eternity is a charming A24 comedy featuring Elizabeth Olsen as a woman navigating love and indecision in the afterlife, where she must choose between her late husband and her first love, blending humor, sentiment, and imaginative world-building.
The trailer for 'Dust Bunny', a horror film making Bryan Fuller's directorial debut, features Mads Mikkelsen as a hit man who helps a girl confront real monsters, premiering at TIFF before its December release.
Arco is a visually stunning animated sci-fi film showcased at TIFF, blending Moebius's retrofuturism with Miyazaki's natural beauty, offering a unique and surprising cinematic experience.
At the Toronto International Film Festival, 'Roofman' and 'Rental Family' stand out with performances by Channing Tatum and Brendan Fraser, both likely to contend for the audience award and potentially Oscar nominations, as they explore themes of well-meaning deception and human connection in crowd-pleasing narratives.
The article previews the 30 most-anticipated movies at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, highlighting a diverse lineup including world premieres, festival favorites, and highly anticipated titles from renowned directors and stars, covering genres from dark comedies and biopics to thrillers and documentaries.
Sydney Sweeney has faced a challenging summer with poor box office performances for her recent indie films 'Americana' and 'Eden,' but she is preparing for a potential career resurgence with her upcoming role in 'Christy' at TIFF and the release of 'The Housemaid' during the holiday season, which could help restore her momentum.
Sydney Sweeney expressed her support for co-star Jude Law's nude scenes in the film 'Eden,' directed by Ron Howard, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. Sweeney emphasized her belief in the importance of nudity when it serves the character's story, regardless of gender. 'Eden' features Law and Vanessa Kirby as a couple on a deserted island, with Sweeney, Daniel Brühl, and Ana De Armas as fellow settlers. The film's TIFF screening was briefly interrupted due to a medical emergency in the audience.
The Toronto International Film Festival will open with Ben Stiller's "Nutcrackers" and close with Rebel Wilson's directorial debut "The Deb." Wilson is currently involved in a legal dispute with producers over the film, accusing them of embezzlement and sabotage, while they claim she is making unreasonable demands. The festival runs from September 5-15 and will feature a variety of films, including works by Ron Howard and Marielle Heller.