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EPISODE · Sep 5, 2025 · 28 MIN

Talking TIFF at 50 with those in the know

from This Matters · host Toronto Star

This year marks TIFF's 50th anniversary. The festival has done many things over the years - it's been a bellwether for industry talent along with changing how movies are made and marketed. It's also really helped shape the identity of this city. Today we speak with two veterans who have been covering TIFF for decades. Peter Howell, long-time Toronto Star film critic remembers his first time covering TIFF in the 70's all the way up until present day; what's changed, what's stayed the same (for better or worse) and an elevator encounter with a beloved movie star who's *almost* as tall as Peter 6'6" frame. Then we speak with Richard Lautens, a long-time photojournalist with The Star, about memorable red carpet moments, shooting divas & nice guys alike and a tiny object - still in his possession - that got him into those *special*, special TIFF parties. Clips from: Miramax, BritBox, Rotten Tomatoes

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