The horror, the horror: ’The Act of Killing’ makes history
One of the most buzzed about films at TIFF is a documentary featuring real-life Indonesian death squad leaders
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Brian D. Johnson
Brian D. Johnson writes about film and the arts for Maclean’s. He’s also a filmmaker, and director of the annual Toronto Film Critics Association Awards Gala.
Ben Affleck rewrites history
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Bradley Cooper turns off the charm
The famously good-looking Hollywood star is out to prove he’s a serious actor, too
This TIFF blog is embargoed!
As publicists muzzle buzz, hype ain’t what it used to be
Hollywood vs. TIFF
Brian D Johnson says the influx of American stars in Oscar-calibre movies shifts the spotlight away from homegrown talent
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Protecting Sarah Polley’s secret
Now that I’ve seen her documentary, I’m glad I didn’t spill the beans
’Premium Rush’ delivers pure adrenaline
Bike courier thrill ride is the most exciting action movie of the summer—leaving car chases and superheroes in the dust