TIFF 2023
Pain Hustlers isn’t the worst movie ever made, but simply one that never bothers to justify its existence. Isn’t that worse?
TIFF 2023: Shayda Review
Shayda is a bold statement about a woman coming into her own despite her situation. Writer/director Noora Niasari creates a film of unnerving anxiety and rising pressure. One becomes immersed in the validity of this character’s existence.
TIFF 2023: Limbo Review
The film is a slow burn but when it ramps up the reveals are remarkable: a maze of complicated emotions which this filmmaker conceals within a simple premise and a stark visual style.
TIFF 2023: A Playlist of Memorable Soundtrack Moments
From Kendrick Lamar to Badfinger and beyond, we round up the memorable needle drops from all the festival films we loved.
TIFF 2023: Solo Review
Winner of Best Canadian Feature at TIFF, Solo beautifully captures what it means to define yourself on your own terms.
TIFF 2023 Interview: Pablo Berger on Robot Dreams and Earth, Wind, and Fire’s September
Writer-director Pablo Berger sits down with That Shelf to discuss his latest film, Robot Dreams, and its use of the iconic pop song.
TIFF 2023: His Three Daughters Review
His Three Daughters proves that all you need to create something unforgettable is a grounded story that touches people and incredible talent to bring it to life.
TIFF 2023: Quiz Lady Review
Can you call it a comedy if there isn’t a single laugh?
TIFF 2023: Memory Review
Peter Sarsgaard and Jessica Chastain star in Michel Franco's quietly subdued character study, Memory. One of the highlights of TIFF and featuring dynamite performances from two veteran actors, Memory is a compassionate tale of two broken people longing for connection and stability.
TIFF 2023: Next Goal Wins Review
Next Goal Wins is a heart-warming crowd-pleaser brimming with Taika Waititi’s signature style and wit.
TIFF 2023: Frybread Face and Me Review
Billy Luther’s exceptional coming-of-age film Frybread Face and Me captures the beauty of self-discovery.
Contra Zoom Pod Episode 252: 2023 TIFF Wrap Up
Jeff Bulmer joins Dakota and Rachel for a 2023 TIFF wrap up on Contra Zoom Pod!
TIFF 2023: Dear Jassi Review
Dear Jassi is a powerful tale of the unwavering flame of love and the brutal injustice that often tries to extinguish it.
TIFF 2023: The Boy and the Heron Review
Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron tells a visually stunning tale of love, imagination, and learning to let go.
TIFF 2023: Swan Song Review
Karen Kain’s unconventional production gets an all-too-conventional documentary.