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TIFF 2013: The Programmers’ Picks

September 5, 2013

The biggest challenge people face (myself included) when the Toronto International Film Festival rolls around is deciding what films to watch! And who’s to blame us? There are over 370 films being screened across the city over the next 10 days. This year, I got a bit of a head start on my movie selection process at the TIFF Insider’s Event where the festival’s amazing programmers shared their top picks. They are the experts who selected the films that will be screened at the festival (there are 18 of them and they’ve watched over 3000 films this year!)

Needless to say, their recommendations are highly sought-after and incredibly insightful. You know I love sharing, so here is their coveted list (with links to the film descriptions/trailers to make life easier for you):

And here are the top five on my list (so far!):

Blue Is The Warmest Color:

12 Years A Slave:

The Lunchbox:

Gloria:

Le Week-end:

There are a million film lists floating around out there (pulled together by critics, the industry and audiences worldwide). The best part of TIFF is exploring. I really encourage you to get out and watch films that you wouldn’t normally attend – you may be pleasantly surprised! That’s how I usually find my festival gems. Happy exploring! Let the Starbucks, popcorn and canapé diet begin…

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