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Hundreds of Beavers

If you really want to punish David Zaslav for shelving Coyote vs. Acme, you’ll seek out Hundreds of Beavers wherever it’s playing.

Dream Scenario

A unique dark comedy by a rising filmmaker, starring a performer who regularly defies expectations.

The Holdovers

Alexander Payne immediately creates a cocoon of detailed, vintage atmosphere in his latest 1970 end-of-year holidays-set movie.

American Fiction | TIFF 2023

First time director Cord Jefferson accomplishes quite a balancing act. He has made a family drama and, more pungently and winningly, a satire aimed at an adult audience. 

Earth Mama

Writer/director Savanah Leaf guides the viewer with ease and delicate care in her impressive debut.

Master Gardener

Paul Schrader once again brings us into the world of a troubled protagonist seeking some sort of redemption.

Showing Up

The main character in Kelly Reichardt’s new, temperate film, could use a little oomph. Or, is that a little ooh la la?

Paint

Owen Wilson stars as a Bob Ross–inspired painter in this comedy, which is at its best when it embraces absurdity.

Palm Trees and Power Lines

The story of how a lonely, teenage girl is groomed and exploited by an older man.