TIFF 2023 Wavelengths Program: Experimental Films Showcase Features Lav Diaz, Kahlil Joseph
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has announced its cutting-edge Wavelengths program, highlighting experimental and artist-driven films from acclaimed directors including Lav Diaz, Kahlil Joseph, and Kamal Aljafari.
Featured Films in TIFF Wavelengths 2023
The program presents seven groundbreaking features, including:
- Magellan – Lav Diaz’s epic historical drama starring Gael Garcia Bernal
- Mare’s Nest – Ben Rivers’ dystopian journey
- Dry Leaf – Alexandre Koberidze’s innovative phone-shot feature
- Copper – Nicolás Pereda’s political thriller
- The Seasons – Maureen Fazendeiro’s directorial debut
- Levers – Rhayne Vermette’s environmental drama
- BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions – Kahlil Joseph’s multimedia exploration
Palestinian Cinema Spotlight
The program features a special pairing of Palestinian films: Kamal Aljafari’s With Hasan in Gaza and Basma al-Sharif’s It’s So Beautiful Here.
TIFF Classics Program Highlights
Additionally, TIFF announced its Classics lineup featuring restored masterpieces, including:
- 50th anniversary screening of Jaws in 35mm
- 4K restoration of Satyajit Ray’s Days and Nights in the Forest
- Restored versions of global classics from various renowned filmmakers
The 50th Toronto International Film Festival runs September 4-14, 2023.
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