I chose the Toronto International Film Festival movie I am most excited to see for Toronto Star film critic Peter Howell’s annual TIFF round-up.
“‘The Shrouds’ revisits David Cronenberg’s go-to themes of body horror, invasive technology and paranoia in a film that promises to be a provocative and empathetic study of grief.” WILD CARD: “The Last Showgirl”
“I’m a sucker for music documentaries so I’m all in for this. It promises rare footage, great music and an in-depth look at a very private superstar.” — Richard Crouse, host, “Pop Life” (Wild card: “Compartment No. 6”)
“Jeff Barnaby’s story of a world ravaged by zombies except for an isolated Mi’gmaq reserve promises both solid horror and insightful social commentary.” — Richard Crouse, host of CTV’s Pop Life. (Wild card: The Burnt Orange Heresy)
Richard’s contribution to the Toronto Star’s 17th Annual Chasing the Buzz poll!
Her Smell (Alex Ross Perry)
“Elisabeth Moss has just the right mix of vulnerability and swagger to bring the role of a faded punk rock star to life.” —Richard Crouse, host, CTV’s Pop Life. (Wild card: In Fabric)