Toronto Film Festival Reveals World Premieres for Blanchett, Qualley, and Watts Features
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Toronto Film Festival Reveals World Premieres for Blanchett, Qualley, and Watts Features

authorBy Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
DateJul 16, 2026
Read Time1 min

The Toronto Film Festival (TIFF) has announced a compelling selection of world premieres, showcasing a range of talent and compelling narratives. Among the highlights are Rachel Morrison's "Love of Your Life," featuring Margaret Qualley, and Ben Shirinian's directorial debut, "The Housewife," starring Naomi Watts. These films, alongside the Mahershala Ali-led thriller "Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother," are poised to captivate audiences at the prestigious festival.

Further expanding its diverse program, TIFF will also host the debut of "Glaxo" from Argentinian filmmaker Benjamín Naishtat, and an international premiere for the Zellner brothers' alien comedy, "Alpha Gang," which boasts a star-studded cast including Cate Blanchett, Chris Pine, and Dave Bautista. These additions underline the festival's commitment to presenting a broad spectrum of global cinematic achievements.

The festival, scheduled to run from September 10-20, will open with Sian Heder's "Being Heumann." Other notable premieres include Susanna White's "Prima Facie" and Hur Jin-ho's "The Assassin(s)." This year's lineup promises a rich tapestry of storytelling, offering a platform for both established and emerging filmmakers to share their visions with an international audience and fostering a vibrant celebration of the art of cinema.

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