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TIFF Gala Opens With Inspiring 'Being Heumann'
7 Jul
Summary
- Toronto Film Festival opens with 'Being Heumann' world premiere.
- Film features Ruth Madeley as accessibility advocate Judy Heumann.
- TIFF 2026 runs September 10-20 with new award qualification rule.
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), presented by Rogers, is set to open its 51st edition on September 10, 2026. The festival's opening night selection will be the world premiere of "Being Heumann," an Apple Original feature directed by Siân Heder. This inspiring film stars Ruth Madeley as Judy Heumann, a prominent advocate for accessibility.
Additional Gala Presentations announced include Susanna White's "Prima Facie," starring Cynthia Erivo, and Hur Jin-ho's "The Assassin(s)." TIFF 2026 will run from September 10 to September 20, culminating in the announcement of award winners, including the People's Choice Awards. This year introduces a significant update: a non-English-language winner of the TIFF Platform Award will now be eligible for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. The TIFF Tribute Awards gala is scheduled for September 13, 2026.
