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TIFF · TorontoA movie about Tourette’s syndrome called “I Swear” usually elicits a small chuckle and “good title” from someone hearing about the film, which premieres in Toronto. And that’s the reaction director and writer Kirk Jones (“Waking Ned Devine”) wants to dispel — using humor and heart to educate audiences about Tourette’s through this real-life story […]See the Story
How ‘I Swear’ Star Robert Aramayo and Director Kirk Jones Use Humor and Heart to Shed New Light on Tourette’s
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YouTube · TorontoCurry Barker made headlines at this very publication by making a feature length slasher called “Milk & Serial” for $800, posting it to watch for free on YouTube and watching it become a viral sensation. A year later, a lot has changed. “Milk” never slowed in momentum, with over two million views in the year […]See the Story
After His Microbudget Debut Haunted 2 Million People on YouTube, Curry Barker Brings ‘Crazy Horror’ to TIFF With Twisted Love Story ‘Obsession’
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Cillian Murphy · TorontoThe Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) lit up Friday night as Steve , starring Cillian Murphy, made its world premiere at the Royal Alexandra Theatre. The film, Netflix’s film reimagining of Max Porter’s Sunday Times bestseller Shy, earned a warm and emotional reception, with the spotlight also shining on breakout actor Jay Lycurgo for his deeply vulnerable performance as Shy. Set in the mid-90s, Steve follows a pivotal day in the life ofSee the Story
Jay Lycurgo's Devastating Performance In Netflix's 'Steve' Deserves To Be Talked About: TIFF 2025
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