Get ready for the upcoming Toronto International Film Festival, where a diverse selection of twenty-two documentaries from twelve countries will take center stage, shedding light on global issues and lesser-known subjects. This prestigious event will bring filmmakers, critics, and industry executives from all corners of the world to Canada later this fall.
Leading the charge on opening night is ‘Copa 71,’ a compelling film that chronicles the journey of a women’s soccer team as they strive to reclaim their lost prestige after their remarkable achievements in Mexico City vanished from history. The festival will also showcase several world premieres, including highly anticipated feature films like ‘Dumb Money,’ a comedic take on how independent investors manipulated the GameStop stock, and ‘Pain Hustlers,’ the latest project by director David Yates.
Among the standout documentaries is ‘Les Indésirables,’ a poignant and politically charged portrayal of a struggling community searching for a sense of belonging. The film follows an idealistic young doctor appointed to replace a deceased mayor in a Parisian suburb, attempting to continue the neighborhood’s rehabilitation policy. However, a young French woman of Malian origin, Haby, fights to prevent her family from being uprooted from their beloved home. Directed by Ladj Ly and co-written with Giordano Gerdelini, ‘Les Indésirables’ promises to be a moving cinematic experience.
With a rich variety of thought-provoking films from diverse backgrounds, the Toronto International Film Festival will once again captivate audiences and offer a platform for both seasoned and emerging filmmakers to showcase their talent. The event is also an opportunity for movie enthusiasts to witness the premieres of highly awaited feature films. Among them is the comedy ‘Dumb Money,’ which delves into recent financial market upheavals caused by independent investors, and ‘Pain Hustlers,’ the latest work of director David Yates.
Below, you can find the full lineup of documentaries scheduled for the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival, set to kick off on September 7:
- ‘Boil Alert’ by Stevie Salas, James Burns | Canada/USA World Premiere
- ‘Bye Bye Tiberias’ by Lina Soualem | France/Belgium/Qatar/Palestine North American Premiere
- TIFF DOCS OPENING NIGHT FILM: ‘Copa 71’ by Rachel Ramsay, James Erskine | United Kingdom World Premiere
- ‘Defiant’ by Karim Amer | Ukraine/United Kingdom/USA World Premiere
- ‘Flipside’ by Chris Wilcha | USA World Premiere
- ‘God is a Woman’ by Andrés Peyrot | France/Switzerland/Panama North American Premiere
- ‘Homecoming’ by Suvi West, Anssi Kömi | Finland/Norway World Premiere
- ‘In the Rearview’ by Maciek Hamela | Poland/France/Ukraine North American Premiere
- ‘Menus-Plaisirs Les Troisgros’ by Frederick Wiseman | France/USA North American Premiere
- ‘Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa’ by Lucy Walker | USA World Premiere
- ‘Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe’ by Robert McCallum | Canada World Premiere
- ‘Silver Dollar Road’ by Raoul Peck | USA World Premiere
The Toronto International Film Festival promises an unforgettable cinematic experience, showcasing the power of documentaries to shed light on important issues and spark meaningful conversations.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about documentaries
What documentaries will be screened at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2023?
Twenty-two documentaries from twelve countries will be screened at TIFF 2023, focusing on global issues and lesser-known topics. Some notable titles include ‘Copa 71,’ following a women’s soccer team’s journey to regain prestige, and ‘Les Indésirables,’ a powerful portrayal of a struggling community.
What is the opening night film for TIFF 2023?
The opening night film for TIFF 2023 is ‘Copa 71,’ which captures the inspiring journey of a women’s soccer team as they strive to reclaim their prestige after their achievements were erased from history.
What other world premieres can attendees expect at TIFF 2023?
Alongside the documentaries, attendees at TIFF 2023 can look forward to world premieres of highly anticipated feature films like ‘Dumb Money,’ a comedic take on independent investors’ manipulation of the GameStop stock, and ‘Pain Hustlers,’ the latest project by director David Yates.
What is ‘Les Indésirables’ about?
‘Les Indésirables’ is a deeply personal and politically charged documentary that portrays a community struggling to find a way forward and a place to belong. It follows an idealistic young doctor and his deputy mayor as they continue the rehabilitation policy of a Parisian suburb after the sudden death of the mayor. However, a young French woman of Malian origin, Haby, fights to prevent her family from being driven out of the neighborhood where she grew up.
How many countries are represented in the documentary lineup at TIFF 2023?
The documentary lineup at TIFF 2023 features films from twelve different countries, showcasing a diverse range of perspectives and stories from around the world.
More about documentaries
- Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) Official Website
- TIFF 2023 Documentary Lineup
- Copa 71 Official Website
- Les Indésirables IMDb Page
- Dumb Money Film Details
- Pain Hustlers Film Details
