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TIFF 2026 Announces Five Additions to the Special Presentations Program

Here is the press release from TIFF:

TIFF ‘26 is expanding with today’s announcement of five additional films in this year’s Special Presentations programme. These compelling new works from celebrated filmmakers Rachel Morrison, Benjamín Naishtat, Ben Shirinian, Bassam Tariq, plus David and Nathan Zellner provide a glimpse into this year’s Official Selection. The 51st edition of TIFF, presented by Rogers, will take place September 10–20, 2026.

“Each year, we strive to curate a selection of films that feels most relevant to the moment with the power to spark a rich dialogue with our public audience, and these Special Presentations titles are true reflections of that,” said Anita Lee, Chief Programming Officer, TIFF. “From debut directors to the most anticipated sophomore films of the year to vanguard voices, this group of films showcase the authenticity, the unexpected, and the ambition of cinema now. They are sure to be among the Festival’s most talked-about titles, captivating audiences and generating buzz long after the credits roll. We’re delighted to share these original works with TIFF audiences in September.” 

Film details (in alphabetical order):

Alpha Gang | David Zellner, Nathan Zellner | USA

International Premiere

Glaxo | Benjamín Naishtat | Argentina, Brazil
World Premiere

Love of Your Life | Rachel Morrison | USA

World Premiere 

The Housewife | Ben Shirinian | USA

World Premiere

Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother | Bassam Tariq | USA 

World Premiere 

Upcoming announcements:

TIFF Takeover 1: July 20–23

  • Mon., Jul. 20: Gala & Special Presentations
  • Tue., Jul. 21: Platform 
  • Wed., Jul. 22: Discovery
  • Thu., Jul. 23: Primetime 

TIFF Takeover 2: August 4–6

  • Tue., Aug. 4: Centrepiece, Wavelengths & Classics 
  • Wed., Aug. 5: TIFF Docs & Shortcuts 
  • Thu., Aug. 6: Midnight Madness 

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