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Lights, camera, action! The Toronto International Film Festival kicks off at the beginning of September, and there are a ton of films to get excited about!
From Canadian features to star-studded productions, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a true cinephile or just looking for a fun night out.
New this year is a unique, interactive feature offered by FanDuel that actually lets you bet on the outcome of award categories. All the more reason to get in on the action!
Add some stakes to your festival experience and interact with TIFF in a whole new way this year.
FanDuel, North America’s sports betting destination, is adding a fun twist to it all by launching a series where Ontario movie lovers can make their predictions about TIFF, including prospective winners of the following awards:
That’s right, for the first time ever, FanDuel will be putting real odds on TIFF prizes. The bets are capped at a $100 max to keep the stakes low so you can engage with the festival in an enjoyable and responsible way.
To place your bets, just visit FanDuel’s website and join in the fun. Who knows? If your favourite film comes out on top, you could be a winner too!
With that in mind, let’s run through a few flicks we can’t wait to see at TIFF this year that might just take home some awards.
This Canadian film by David Cronenberg is a dark tale about a technological entrepreneur grieving the death of his wife who creates augmented burial shrouds that let loved ones watch their lost family members decompose. It’s said to be the saddest movie Cronenberg has ever made, so bring your tissues for this one.
Explore another side of Vegas in this film by Gia Coppola starring Pamela Anderson, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Dave Bautista. When a Las Vegas showgirl (Pamela Anderson) must abruptly confront the end of her 30-year career, she faces an uncertain future, not least of which is reconnecting with a daughter she hardly knows.
If you’re a fan of Japanese cinema, then you have to check out Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s latest film. This suspenseful thriller explores the sinister dark side of modern society, where digital anonymity can fuel real-world malice. Prepare yourself for two hours of eerie tension and chilling visuals.
This Canadian film by R.T. Thorne is set in a post-apocalyptic future. Food is scarce, and the last descendants of a Black family of farmers are forced to protect their homestead from an organized militia hell-bent on taking their land and home.
You’ll recognize Oscar-nominated actors Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield in John Crowley’s film. This romance told across three distinct chronologies explores the age-old question of how to make the most of our time in this world.
When: Thursday, September 5th – Sunday, September 15th, 2024
Where: Various venues
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