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A John Candy Documentary Gives Toronto Film Fest a Tender and Appropriately Canadian Opening Night
The festival features 291 films including awards-season hopefuls and documentaries, with the John Candy documentary directed by Colin Hanks premiering to honor the late actor.
- On Sept. 4, the Toronto International Film Festival opens with the world premiere of John Candy: I Like Me, marking its 50th edition running through Sept. 14.
- This year’s 50th edition features 291 films and returns city activations like Festival Street on King Street West and the Rogers TIFF 50 Timescape in Yorkville.
- The documentary features candid stories from Candy's collaborators, the Candy family on the red carpet, and will launch on Prime Video on Oct. 10.
- Fans waited in lines for last-minute tickets as TIFF staff sell rush tickets about 15 minutes before screenings, while organizers staged evening kickoff celebrations including a Soluna nightclub event.
- The lineup ranges from provocative documentaries to pop-star debuts, including politically charged films Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk, The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue, U.K. pop star Charli XCX's Erupcja, and Midnight Madness selections.
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Laughter and Legacy: Toronto International Film Festival Celebrates John Candy
Laughter and Legacy: Toronto International Film Festival Celebrates John Candy At the Toronto International Film Festival, Canadian patriotism was on display as the event kicked off its 50th edition with a tribute to beloved comedian John Candy. The world premiere of 'John Candy: I Like Me' had audiences laughing and crying as they reminisced about his legendary performances and learned of his personal battles.The documentary, directed by Colin …
The 50th edition of the "Toronto International Film Festival" has been opened in Canada. The anniversary edition of the festival will feature more than 290 films until 14 October. World stars such as Keanu Reeves, Jodie Foster, Natalie Portman and Daniel Craig are expected.
Prime Minister Mark Carney honours John Candy, takes swipe at Trump to open TIFF's 50th edition
TORONTO — Prime Minister Mark Carney opened the 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival with a patriotic speech that celebrated Canadian culture — and included a subtle swipe at U.S. President Donald Trump.
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