The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is significant because it serves as a major platform for filmmakers to showcase their work to a global audience, often leading to critical acclaim and distribution opportunities. It's also known for its diverse selection of films, including international and independent projects, fostering cultural exchange and dialogue. Additionally, TIFF is a key event for industry networking, attracting stars, directors, and producers, which can influence awards season momentum.
Either Cannes, Toronto International Film Festival, or Sundance
The International Film Festival typically refers to various film festivals held around the world, with the most prominent being the Cannes Film Festival, which takes place in Cannes, France. Other notable festivals include the Toronto International Film Festival in Canada and the Berlin International Film Festival in Germany. Each festival has its own unique location and cultural significance, showcasing films from various genres and countries.
Twa Timoun - 2012 was released on: Canada: 7 September 2012 (Toronto International Film Festival) Belgium: 4 October 2012 (Festival du Film Francophone de Namur) Germany: February 2013 (Berlin International Film Festival) USA: 3 March 2013 (Miami International Film Festival)
Fish in Barrel - 2009 was released on: Canada: 15 September 2009 (Toronto International Film Festival) Canada: 18 September 2009 (Atlantic International Film Festival) USA: 16 July 2010 (New York Asian American International Film Festival)
Brma Paemnebi - 2013 was released on: Canada: 6 September 2013 (Toronto International Film Festival) (premiere) Japan: 21 October 2013 (Tokyo International Film Festival) United Arab Emirates: 30 October 2013 (Abu Dhabi Film Festival) Georgia: 2 December 2013 (Tbilisi International Film Festival) USA: 9 January 2014 (Palm Springs International Film Festival) Germany: 7 February 2014 (Berlin International Film Festival) Lithuania: 20 March 2014 (International Film Festival Vilnius) USA: 23 March 2014 (Vilnius Film Festival)
Toronto International Film Festival was created in 1976.
The Toronto International Film Festival started in 1976 and was originally known as the Festival of Festivals.
Either Cannes, Toronto International Film Festival, or Sundance
Big Girl - 2005 was released on: Canada: 9 September 2005 (Toronto International Film Festival) Canada: 23 April 2006 (Sprockets Toronto International Film Festival for Children) Australia: 2 December 2006 (Sydney Canadian Film Festival) USA: 24 March 2007 (Cleveland International Film Festival) Greece: 21 April 2007 (Berlinale in Athens Film Festival)
Kriegsbilder - 1996 was released on: Canada: 12 September 1996 (Toronto International Film Festival) USA: October 1996 (Chicago International Film Festival) Singapore: 10 April 1997 (Singapore International Film Festival)
Bautismo - 2002 was released on: Netherlands: 2002 (International Film Festival Rotterdam) USA: 2002 (Chicago Underground Film Festival) USA: 2002 (Virginia Film Festival) Canada: 7 September 2002 (Toronto International Film Festival) Australia: 2003 (International Perth Film Festival) Japan: 2003 (NextFrame International Film & Video Festival) USA: 18 February 2004 (Carolina Film and Video Festival)
Excited - 2009 was released on: Canada: 17 September 2009 (Toronto International Film Festival) Canada: 2 October 2009 (Vancouver International Film Festival) USA: January 2010 (Palm Springs International Film Festival) USA: 23 May 2010 (Seattle International Film Festival) Canada: 29 May 2010 (Toronto) Canada: 16 June 2010 (Vancouver) Canada: 23 July 2010 (Okanagan International Film Festival) Canada: 13 August 2010 (Winnipeg)
Eternity - 1994 was released on: Canada: 11 September 1994 (Toronto International Film Festival) USA: October 1994 (Chicago International Film Festival)
Can I Get a Witness - 1996 was released on: Canada: 11 September 1996 (Toronto International Film Festival) USA: October 1996 (Chicago International Film Festival)
Reel Injun - 2009 was released on: Canada: 10 September 2009 (Toronto International Film Festival) Canada: 19 February 2010 (limited) Canada: April 2010 (Sprockets Toronto International Film Festival for Children) USA: 18 June 2010 (Provincetown International Film Festival) Poland: 26 July 2010 (ERA New Horizons Film Festival)
Mandoo - 2010 was released on: Switzerland: 13 August 2010 (Locarno Film Festival) Canada: 10 September 2010 (Toronto International Film Festival) Iceland: 23 September 2010 (Reykjavik International Film Festival) Greece: 9 December 2010 (Thessaloniki International Film Festival) United Arab Emirates: 14 December 2010 (Dubai International Film Festival) Serbia: 1 March 2011 (Belgrade Film Festival) USA: 4 March 2011 (Miami International Film Festival)
Plainsong - 1982 was released on: UK: 31 August 1982 (Edinburgh International Film Festival) Canada: 15 September 1982 (Toronto Film Festival) USA: October 1983 (Chicago International Film Festival)