The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is where rare indies meet Hollywood blockbusters. From the highly anticipated premiere of Amy Adams's "Nightbitch" to Minh Quý Trương's romantic drama "Viet and Nam," this year's festival lineup has something for all kinds of film lovers.
We were at the festival this year, and caught actors on the red carpet, watched some films and ate a lot of maple caramel popcorn. Here were the best parts from the trip:
Sci-fi drama "Daniela Forever," starring Henry Golding premiered on the first night. Golding gave us an update on the much-awaited "Crazy Rich Asians" sequel, revealing that even the cast is being "kept in the dark."
Henry Golding ('Daniela Forever') tells us about which outfit he wishes he stole from set (but remains tight-lipped on Crazy Rich Asians 2) pic.twitter.com/ZLeMDak21i
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We also got a quick word in with his co-star, Beatrice Grannò, about who she'd like to see her play herself one day.
‘Daniela Forever’s’ Beatrice Grannò talks about the one outfit she wishes she stole from set pic.twitter.com/gYZz8GRvVx
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Meanwhile, Jennifer Coolidge’s "Riff Raff" — a dark comedy with Ed Harris, Gabrielle Union and Bill Murray — made waves with its star-studded cast, drawing audible reactions from the crowd.
It's going to be a Christmas-time classic.
Surprise Celebrity Appearances
Lupita Nyong'o dazzled in a neon green dress at the premiere of the animated survival film "The Wild Robot," reminiscent of her iconic MET Gala look.
Fan cam: Lupita Nyong'o spotted looking radiant (per usual) in Brat green at the 'Wild Robot' premiere pic.twitter.com/E3OBuHy5ju
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We caught up with director Chris Sanders (the guy who made "How to Train Your Dragon"), who gushed about working with Canadian icon Catherine O'Hara, who voices Pinktail, a mother opossum in the film.
'Wild Robot' director Chris Sanders talks about working with Canadian treasure Catherine O'Hara pic.twitter.com/cQs5HJ4DzI
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Amy Adams also turned heads at the "Nightbitch" premiere, with co-star Archana Rajan sharing fun behind-the-scenes stories.
‘Nightbitch’ actor Archana Rajan talks about the one outfit she wish she stole from set pic.twitter.com/O1EEX1ddOz
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Drew Starkey, starring in Luca Guadagnino's "Queer," stopped by to chat about how his co-star Omar Apollo helped him prepare for this role:
Drew Starkey talks about listening to Omar Apollo while working out for 'Queer' role pic.twitter.com/xjg24s1A6P
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The Films You Can't Miss
From blockbuster premieres to hidden indie gems, TIFF 2024 has something for everyone. Here's a primer on what you should be watching from this year's lineup.
