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‘Saturday Night’ Review: Reitman Resurrects the Rabble of 30-Rock Originators [TIFF 2024]

For 50 years Saturday Night Live has been the bedrock of late night comedy, but the story of its premiere night is apparently crazier than any sketch. Director Jason Reitman brings the rabble of 30-Rock originators back to life in 'Saturday Night'. [TIFF 24]

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'Queer' Review: A Story Of Longing And Lost Love [TIFF 2024]

'Queer', The newest film from auteur Luca Guadagnino is sure to leave audiences entranced with its bold storytelling and impressive performances. [TIFF 24]

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'Conclave' Review: A Divinely Made Film That Dares To Blur The Lines Between Church And State [TIFF 24]

Director Edward Berger's 'Conclave' is the kind of film that is a treat, especially so in the current state of cinema. This mature, grounded, and gripping mid-budget thriller is definitely contemporary, but spiritually feels like something that could have excelled more. [TIFF 24]

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'The Piano Lesson' Review: Latest August Wilson Adaptation is a Terrific and Haunting Family Affair [TIFF 2024]

Denzel Washington’s ambition to bring all ten of playwright August Wilson’s plays to the screen reaches its peak with 'The Piano Lesson' - a powerful drama with a hint of the supernatural. [TIFF 24]

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'The Substance' Review: Identity, Fame, and a Ton of Blood [TIFF 2024]

An electric body horror that would wake up any viewer, no matter the time of day - 'The Substance' is a must see for horror fans everywhere. Beyond being thematically rich, this film is a thrilling watch, technically strong and heralded by utterly convincing performances. [TIFF 24]

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‘The Life of Chuck’ Review: A Charming Cosmic Study of the Human Spirit [TIFF 2024]

Novelist Stephen King and director Mike Flanagan are both maestros of horror, but The Life of Chuck shows the tremendous sensitivity both men have towards life, love and humanity. [TIFF 2024]

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'The Last Showgirl' Review: Aging Femininity Under the Vegas Lights [TIFF 2024]

'The Last Showgirl' is a floating dream of colors and sequences framing interactions between troubled and frustrated characters. It gives the audience a well-paced glimpse into a unique perspective of age and beauty and the sacrifices made to achieve what may not be worth it at all. [TIFF 24]

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'Oh, Canada' Review: Richard Gere Returns to Tip-Top Form in Paul Schrader's Latest [TIFF 2024]

Being one of Paul Schrader’s stronger films in recent years, 'Oh, Canada' is sure to satisfy fans of the filmmaker. Its themes of reflection and mortality, mixed with a strong performance from Gere combine to make this a worthy movie watching experience. [TIFF 24]

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'Rumours' Review: An Audacious Political Comedy For Today's Climate(s) [TIFF 2024]

Cate Blanchet, Charles Dance and Alicia Vikander along with Winnipeg's finest directors revel in a satirical look at world leaders and the end of the world in 'Rumours' - a frill-free disaster-comedy. [TIFF 24]

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'Wildcat' Review: A Well-Intended Bio Pic That Keeps Us at Arm's Length [TIFF 2023]

While the subject is naturally interesting and there seems to be potential for an immersive film, Ethan Hawke’s ‘Wildcat’ does not persuade the viewer to explore the story for any amount of time after the screen fades to black.

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'Dream Scenario' Review: The Birth of a New Nick Cage Classic [TIFF 2023]

Kristoffer Borgli’s ‘Dream Scenario’ is without a doubt one of the best films at the 2023 edition of the Toronto International Film Festival. The script and direction are perfectly woven together and a fully locked in Nick Cage absolutely brings this film together and makes it an incredible experience.

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'Fair Play' Review: Buy Into This Psychosexual Corporate Thrill Ride [TIFF 2023]

‘First Play’ serves more as a thriller than a drama though and takes a certain level of comfortability with serious topics to be able to watch. Hopefully, with it’s success on the platform, Netflix will go back to giving more artists a creative domain to showcase their newest works.

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'Gonzo Girl' Review: A Drug-Fuelled Explosion of Toxic Masculinity and Wannabe Relevance [TIFF 2023]

Willem Dafoe becomes an erratic, unpredictable, drug-fuelled personality, partnering with Camila Morrone as she delves into this chaotic world as Patricia Arquette’s directorial debut, ‘Gonzo Girl’ discusses toxic masculinity in a unique setting.

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