Out Standing review: TIFF 2025
‘Out Standing’ follows the real-life trials of Canada’s first woman infantry member, highlighting the sexism she experienced at every step.
‘Out Standing’ follows the real-life trials of Canada’s first woman infantry member, highlighting the sexism she experienced at every step.
‘Flana’ explores the disproportionate disappearance of women and girls in Iraq through the lens of personal experiences.
‘The Cost of Heaven’ follows one man’s attempts to achieve his dreams of a better a life, even though the one he has is already envious.
‘Bayaan’ begins with a rape that exposes the dangers of fanaticism and everyone’s willingness to turn a blind eye to the truth.
‘Hamlet’ is a contemporary production of Shakespeare’s play, updating the setting to modern-day England, but not the dialogue.
‘No Other Choice’ finds a man on the brink of losing everything decide murder is the only remaining solution to his joblessness.
‘Still Single’ chronicles the hectic lifestyle of Canada’s only two-Michelin-star chef, adding another face to the stereotypes that surround culinary genius.
‘The Sun Rises on Us All’ is the intense confrontation of resentment and forgiveness when a former couple is suddenly reunited.
‘Presence’ blends family drama, thriller and the supernatural using a unique perspective to watch the story unfold.
‘Bring Them Down’ tells the story of a series of poor choices that lead to a vicious feud and excessive bloodshed.
‘Saturday Night’ is an account of the hectic 90 minutes leading up to the moment when either television history would be made or audiences would watch a taped recording.
‘The Cut’ follows a boxer’s punishing attempt to lose a significant amount of weight before an unexpected title match.