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REI Co-op Studios celebrates the release of new co-produced films for fall

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REI Co-op Studios, the in-house content arm for specialty outdoor retailer REI, today announced the release and expanded distribution of several original feature films, short films and podcasts. Among the projects are "Canary," a feature climate documentary that will begin its major U.S. theatrical run on Sept. 15, "Frybread Face & Me," a narrative film that made its international premiere at Toronto International Film Festival, and Full Circle: The First All Black Everest Ascent, a forthcoming film in partnership with Westbrook Studios.

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  • SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- REI Co-op Studios , the in-house content arm for specialty outdoor retailer REI, today announced the release and expanded distribution of several original feature films, short films and podcasts.
  • REI Co-op Studios executive produced and helped finance the film, along with Macro, River Road, and Indion Entertainment.
  • REI Co-op Studios executive produced the film in partnership Boardwalk Pictures, producers of "Chef's Table," "Cheer," and "Last Chance U."
  • Beyond feature films, REI Co-op Studios is producing short films and podcasts that will launch on REI's channels through the Fall.
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Talking Heads' "Stop Making Sense" World Premiere at TIFF Becomes Highest Grossing IMAX Live Event Ever

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) today announced that the special IMAX Live 40th anniversary screening of Jonathan Demme's Stop Making Sense at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is now the highest grossing IMAX Live event of all time. The groundbreaking Talking Heads concert film earned $640,839 and sold out 25 screens across 165 IMAX locations in North America and the BFI IMAX in London.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) today announced that the special IMAX Live 40th anniversary screening of Jonathan Demme's Stop Making Sense at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is now the highest grossing IMAX Live event of all time.
  • The groundbreaking Talking Heads concert film earned $640,839 and sold out 25 screens across 165 IMAX locations in North America and the BFI IMAX in London.
  • The world premiere screening was held on Monday, September 11 at Cineplex's Scotiabank IMAX Theatre in Toronto.
  • "The unforgettable Stop Making Sense looks and sounds even more incredible in IMAX, and we're excited to share this event with TIFF and our audiences everywhere," said Rich Gelfond, CEO of IMAX.

JEAN-MARC VALLÉE DGC DISCOVERY AWARD PUTS THE SPOTLIGHT ON EMERGING DIRECTORS

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - The Directors Guild of Canada is proud to announce the 11 long-listed films for the 2023 Jean-Marc Vallée DGC Discovery Award, highlighting some of the top up-and-coming directors to watch out for this festival season.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - The Directors Guild of Canada is proud to announce the 11 long-listed films for the 2023 Jean-Marc Vallée DGC Discovery Award, highlighting some of the top up-and-coming directors to watch out for this festival season.
  • "These bold, fearless filmmakers are extraordinary new voices in the landscape of Canadian cinema," said Warren P. Sonoda, DGC President.
  • Last year, the Discovery Award was rededicated to long-time DGC Director Member Jean-Marc Vallée.
  • The Discovery Award Jury is chaired by Danishka Esterhazy, along with Trevor Mack, Titus Heckel, Heather Young, Geordie Sabbagh, Andrea Martinez Crowther, Ariel Nasr and Yasmin Mathurin.

Christie returns as the Official Digital Projection Partner for the 23rd year

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Until September 17, 2023, Christie is illuminating venues, including the Scotiabank Theatre, to help the festival recognize homegrown and international cinema.

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  • Christie® is proud to renew its partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival® (TIFF) for the 23rd consecutive year.
  • TORONTO, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Until September 17, 2023, Christie is illuminating venues, including the Scotiabank Theatre, to help the festival recognize homegrown and international cinema.
  • Returning as its Official Digital Projection Partner, Christie projection solutions are lighting up TIFF venues throughout the city.
  • "As TIFF's Official Projection Partner for the 23rd time, it says a lot about the success of our relationship," says Arlonna Seymour, executive director, Corporate Marketing, Christie.

Nancy Grant named 2023 CMPA Indiescreen Award winner

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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Nancy Grant (Metafilms) was named the recipient of the Established Producer Award.

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  • Nancy Grant (Metafilms) was named the recipient of the Established Producer Award.
  • As the winner of the Established Producer Award, Ms. Grant was awarded a $20,000 cash prize.
  • Anam Abbas was named the recipient of the 2023 Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer Award.
  • The Established Producer Award jury and the Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer Award jury were each chaired by last year's CMPA Indiescreen Award winners, Damon D'Oliveira, and Sara Blake, Magali Gillon-Krizaj and Tyler Hagan, respectively.

Rising Star Aria Mia Loberti named Global Brand Ambassador by L'Occitane en Provence

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- L'Occitane en Provence is proud to announce its collaboration with Aria Mia Loberti, the multi-faceted actress, writer, scholar, and human rights activist.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- L'Occitane en Provence is proud to announce its collaboration with Aria Mia Loberti, the multi-faceted actress, writer, scholar, and human rights activist.
  • As Managing Director Adrien Geiger expresses: "I am very proud to have Aria as L'Occitane en Provence Ambassador.
  • As one of L'Occitane's new brand ambassadors, Aria will represent L'Occitane's iconic shea butter hand cream.
  • Moreover, this choice embodies a pledge to the women of Burkina Faso, affirming the brand's global commitment to empowering women.

Rising Star Aria Mia Loberti named Global Brand Ambassador by L'Occitane en Provence

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- L'Occitane en Provence is proud to announce its collaboration with Aria Mia Loberti, the multi-faceted actress, writer, scholar, and human rights activist.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- L'Occitane en Provence is proud to announce its collaboration with Aria Mia Loberti, the multi-faceted actress, writer, scholar, and human rights activist.
  • As Managing Director Adrien Geiger expresses: "I am very proud to have Aria as L'Occitane en Provence Ambassador.
  • As one of L'Occitane's new brand ambassadors, Aria will represent L'Occitane's iconic shea butter hand cream.
  • Moreover, this choice embodies a pledge to the women of Burkina Faso, affirming the brand's global commitment to empowering women.

OCAD University mounts significant presence at TIFF

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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Toronto, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OCAD University is pulling out all the stops at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) by showcasing its Experimental Animation program and OCAD U LiVE, which are both housed at the TIFF Bell Lightbox, along with co-hosting the opening reception as a community partner before the international premiere of The Boy and the Heron.

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  • Toronto, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OCAD University is pulling out all the stops at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) by showcasing its Experimental Animation program and OCAD U LiVE, which are both housed at the TIFF Bell Lightbox, along with co-hosting the opening reception as a community partner before the international premiere of The Boy and the Heron.
  • OCAD U’s presence at the festival builds on the partnership with TIFF announced earlier this year that is providing student content creators for OCAD U LiVE, a 24/7 digital streaming channel, with access to professional equipment at a dedicated street-facing studio at the TIFF Bell Lightbox.
  • The University’s Experimental Animation program holds classes in dedicated learning studios at the TIFF Bell Lightbox.
  • He received an honorary doctorate from OCAD U in 2022 in recognition of his achievements.

National Geographic Documentary Films Dates Theatrical Release for THE MISSION, From Lightbox and Award-Winning Directors Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss, Debuts Trailer and Key Art

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230831919692/en/
    National Geographic Documentary Films' THE MISSION Key Art, In Theaters October (Photo: National Geographic Documentary Films)
    THE MISSION will have its world premiere at the 50th edition of the Telluride Film Festival on Thursday, Aug. 31.
  • In the lead-up to its theatrical debut, the film will also screen at numerous festivals around the world, including the BFI London Film Festival.
  • Altitude Film Sales will handle international rights to the film and will launch sales at the Toronto International Film Festival.
  • From Emmy-winning directors Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss (“Boys State”), and OscarⓇ-winning producer Simon Chinn and Emmy-winning producer Jonathan Chinn of Lightbox, comes National Geographic Documentary Films’ THE MISSION, which uncovers the gripping story beyond the headlines.

FAIRMONT ROYAL YORK AND CAFA™ REUNITE ON THE RUNWAY FOR "THE GRANDEST NIGHT OF FASHION," HOSTED BY SARAH RAFFERTY

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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TORONTO, Aug. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Fairmont Royal York , in partnership with the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards (CAFA™), announced the second annual edition of "The Grandest Night of Fashion'', hosted by actress Sarah Rafferty.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Fairmont Royal York , in partnership with the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards (CAFA™), announced the second annual edition of "The Grandest Night of Fashion'', hosted by actress Sarah Rafferty.
  • Following its September 2022 debut, "The Grandest Night of Fashion" will return to Fairmont Royal York as the unofficial kick-off to the Toronto International Film Festival.
  • These include:
    Les Années Folles, showcasing the worldly opulence and sophistication that defined the beginning of fashion's modern era.
  • "From Serendipity to Hollywoodland to Grey Gardens, Fairmont Royal York has set the scene for some of Hollywood's most iconic productions.