A 50-film journey through TIFF’s most influential moments.
Curated by TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey, with input and insight from TIFF programmers past and present, The TIFF Story in 50 Films showcases 50 pivotal films that have shaped TIFF’s rich history of curatorial excellence and influenced global cinema.
“Fifty wasn’t enough! But putting together this list was as much fun as it was daunting. Guided by input from many of TIFF’s programmers and leaders of the past five decades, we landed on 50 films that tell the story of our festival’s obsessions, discoveries, and lasting influence. At the heart of it: those moments when TIFF’s curation met the Toronto audience and the world found a new movie to fall in love…
A 50-film journey through TIFF’s most influential moments.
Curated by TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey, with input and insight from TIFF programmers past and present, The TIFF Story in 50 Films showcases 50 pivotal films that have shaped TIFF’s rich history of curatorial excellence and influenced global cinema.
“Fifty wasn’t enough! But putting together this list was as much fun as it was daunting. Guided by input from many of TIFF’s programmers and leaders of the past five decades, we landed on 50 films that tell the story of our festival’s obsessions, discoveries, and lasting influence. At the heart of it: those moments when TIFF’s curation met the Toronto audience and the world found a new movie to fall in love with.” –Cameron Bailey, CEO
This marquee series includes in-person Q&As with filmmakers, video introductions from artists, and behind-the-scenes stories and anecdotes shared by former and current TIFF programmers offering personal insights into these defining cinematic moments. Read Cameron Bailey's series note and see the screening schedule at tiff.net/50films.
The series runs June 13 to August 27 at TIFF Lightbox – list is in order of screening date. TIFF and Under-25 Free holders get access to TIFF Cinematheque and marquee series tickets. Become a Member today at tiff.net/hip.
