Rebel Wilson’s The Deb to Debut at TIFF

As a movie-loving Canadian with a soft spot for underdog stories and a deep appreciation for the arts, I couldn’t be more thrilled that the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is back in action this year. After last year’s disappointing turn of events due to strikes, it’s heartening to see that TIFF 2023 is set to run from September 5 through 15.


Hey there, fellow film fanatics from the great north! It’s an exciting moment for us as the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is gearing up once more. After last year’s event took a detour due to strikes, we’re ready for another round of cinematic magic from September 5th to the 15th. The grand finale on the 15th will feature Rebel Wilson’s directorial debut, “The Deb.” This is a significant achievement for Wilson, who’s currently in the midst of a legal battle with some producers of the film over defamation claims. Wilson alleged sexual harassment and embezzlement, and accused them of attempting to prevent the film from premiering at TIFF. In her own words on Instagram, she expressed her heartfelt gratitude: “Beyond grateful that THE DEB will be shared with audiences in Toronto this September! A huge thank you to TIFF for selecting a film so close to my heart and fighting to make it happen as a first-time female director.”

In my experience as a movie reviewer, this year’s film festival is set to feature an intriguing new addition called “K-Pops,” which I’m excited to see. Directed by the talented Anderson .Paak, this dramatic comedy is said to be inspired by his own life experiences. I can only imagine the unique perspective he’ll bring to the screen. And if the rumors are true that he plans to attend the festival in character, I can’t wait to see him strutting his stuff on the red carpet with that iconic bob wig of his!

At the upcoming festival, two Canadians and one American will be recognized for their accomplishments. Canadian filmmaker David Cronenberg will receive the Norman Jewison Career Achievement Award, and Sandra Oh, a Korean-Canadian actress, will serve as the inaugural Tribute Awards Honorary Chair. In the American category, Amy Adams will be awarded the TIFF Tribute Performer Award for her work on “Nightbitch,” which will make its premiere at the festival. According to a press release, Oh expressed her excitement about returning to the festival and taking on this role. The following is a list of all the films scheduled to screen at the event so far.

Eden — directed by Ron Howard
K-Pops — directed by Anderson .Paak
Shepherds — directed by Sophie Deraspe
Superboys of Malegaon — directed by Reema Kagti
We Live in Time — directed by John Crowley
Elton John: Never Too Late — directed by R.J. Cutler, David Furnish
Harbin — directed by Woo Min-ho
The Life of Chuck — directed by Mike Flanagan
Nightbitch — directed by Marielle Heller
Rez Ball — directed by Sydney Freeland
The Wild Robot — directed by Chris Sanders
The Deb — directed by Rebel Wilson

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2024-07-22 18:57