Simply put, September 5-15 of this year was a great time to be a film fan.
This year’s TIFF featured 278 films, which is just a lot of damn films.
Here are our ten favorite films we saw at this year’s TIFF.
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InFleur Fortune’s directorial debut,Elizabeth OlsenandHimesh Patelplay the couple in question, withAlicia Vikanderplaying their assessor.
Every scene feels grand, and simply watching Toth in his element is a joy to behold.
“A24 has purchased the U.S. distribution rights forThe Brutalistfor a planned 2024 release.
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WhileA24 purchased the film after the festival, there’s no word yet on whenFriendshipwill be getting a release.
As they form an unlikely friendship, they confront life’s unpredictable twists and turns.
A woman navigates complex family dynamics while grappling with her own emotional struggles.
Unfortunately, no word yet on who will be picking upThe Last Showgirlor when it will be released.
A veteran Las Vegas showgirl reassesses her life and relationships after her long-running show abruptly ends.
A24 will releaseWe Live in Timein the U.S. on October 11.
We Live in Time follows Tobias, a recent divorcee, and Almut, an unstoppable and witty chef.
However, a difficult truth challenges their strong bond.
“The Wild Robotopens in the U.S. on September 27.
The Wild Robot is an animated drama film based on a series of books by Peter Brown.
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The Brutalist follows visionary architect László Toth and his wife Erzsébet as they flee Europe, aiming to rebuild their legacy in modern America. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious and wealthy client alters the course of their lives, intertwining ambition with the challenges of a new world.
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Following the unexpected death of the pope, Cardinal Lawrence (played by Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with overseeing the secretive conclave to elect the next pope. As the process unfolds, he uncovers a conspiracy that could shake the very foundations of the Catholic Church.
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A woman navigates complex family dynamics while grappling with her own emotional struggles. The film explores themes of kinship, resilience, and the enduring strength of family bonds in the face of hardship and change.
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A veteran Las Vegas showgirl reassesses her life and relationships after her long-running show abruptly ends. This drama explores themes of resilience, family dynamics, and the pursuit of new beginnings amidst personal and professional upheavals.
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This story, told in reverse order, begins with the death of Chuck at 39 and moves backward through his life, uncovering significant moments that shaped his existence. As the narrative unfolds, it explores themes of memory, fate, and the connections that define a person’s life.
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We Live in Time follows Tobias, a recent divorcee, and Almut, an unstoppable and witty chef. Their chance encounter leads to a transformative relationship, with the narrative offering glimpses into their lives as they fall in love and build a family. However, a difficult truth challenges their strong bond.
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The Wild Robot is an animated drama film based on a series of books by Peter Brown. The adaptation is written and directed by Chris Sanders and stars Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, and Catherine O’Hara. The Wild Robot centers on a robot named Rozzum 7134, who becomes stranded on a deserted island and the guardian of a young orphan.
