this year is my 3rd year of attending TIFF and my 1st as a volunteer... though i'm legally bound to secrecy regarding my insider information, what i can share is that there is A LOT that goes into this festival.. pressure is on and tensions are high back stage as theatre reps coordinate "talent", over 2,000 volunteers and staff, industry and, of course, you, the audience... venues are at capacity and people are lining the blocks outside hoping to get lucky on a rush seat!
for the last few days, my mind, ears and eyes have been filled with camera flashes, celebrity sightings, lineups and, of course, films... eye drops are my new favorite accessory as my films per day quota continues to increase... i've seen a Britsih black comedy, a heart-wrentching documentary, a teen thriller and bits and pieces of a French murder mystery and yet another documentary... most have reflected the exciting originality and creativity not often represented in the typical hollywood blockbuster and what makes TIFF such an exciting event... with new talent emerging and risky subjects explored, the excitement of being part of something "up and coming" is difficult to ignore..
though i'm sad that there are only 4 more days left of the festival, i think i'll be relieved the day my head gets to hit the pillow before midnight...
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| Image: Karon Liu |
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