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(Left to right), Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Colin Firth, Nicole Kidman, Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Bruhl star in Gravity, The Railway Man and Rush, respectively; three of the 288 features at TIFF.
MOVIE HEAVEN BW heads to the Toronto International Film Festival GEORGE PRENTICE Customs and Immigration officials would Boise Weekly readers are so smart. They have a problem if we tried wedging you into always seem to know which films are Oscarour suitcases, but we like to think that our bound long before the casual moviegoer. readers are along for the ride each SeptemRight about this time last year, they were ber when we head north to TIFF. And while reading how a soon-to-be released action there are 288 features this year—the majorthriller would be the film to beat at the 2013 ity of them world premieres—there are only Academy Awards. Two years ago, they were so many films we can see during the 10-day buzzing about a silent black-and-white comscreenfest (FYI, on most days we see five, no edy that would soon gain critical acclaim. less than four). Three years ago, they were privy to an interThis year, we’re particularly excited to view with the star, director and screenwriter grab an aisle seat to see The Fifth Estate, of a film about King George VI’s stuttering with Benedict Cumproblem. Of course, berbatch starring as we’re talking about Julian Assange in the Oscar’s last three Best TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL story of WikiLeaks; Pictures: Argo, The Thursday, Sept. 5 - Sunday Sept. 15, 2013 the amazing Idris Elba Artist and The King’s 288 feature-length films from 70 countries (TV’s Luther) in the Speech. BW reported 269 World or North American Premieres title role of Manfrom each premiere, 28 screens dela: Long Walk to trumpeting their acFreedom; Rush, Oscar claim from previous winner Ron Howeditions of the Toronto ard’s film on formula one car racing; George International Film Festival, a fall firehose of Clooney and Sandra Bullock in Gravity, a movies which shoots hundreds of films at thriller about being lost in deep space; and fans and critics in rapid succession.
the controversial Blue is the Warmest Color, which set this year’s Cannes Film Festival aflame with its scenes of extreme intimacy. Also on our must-watch list: 12 Years as a Slave: Michael Fassbender and Brad Pitt in the story of a free black man kidnapped and sold into slavery. August: Osage County: Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts in the film version of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize winner. Devil’s Knot: Colin Firth and Reese Witherspoon in director Atom Egoyan’s telling of the West Memphis Three. The Invisible Woman: Ralph Fiennes in the story of Charles Dickens’ mysterious relationship with a married woman. The Railway Man: Colin Firth and Nicole Kidman in the story of redemption for a prisoner of war. You Are Here: Owen Wilson, Zach Galifianakis and Amy Poehler in a new comedy. We’ll be overdosing on popcorn and blogging from TIFF until mid-September. Look for our coverage at boiseweekly.com/blogs/ cobweb.
LISTINGS/SCREEN Special Screenings DECODING ANNIE PARKER—The true story of one breast cancer patient’s battle and one researcher’s determination that led to the critical discovery of the BRCA gene. Featuring a red-carpet reception, silent auction and discussion with writerdirector Steven Bernstein. Benefits the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. Thursday, Sept. 5, 6 p.m. $50, VIP $100. The Flicks, 646 Fulton St., Boise, 208-342-4222, theflicksboise.com. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: HOOK—Enjoy the 1991 recreation of Sir James M. Barrie’s classic adventure tale for all ages, starring Robin William, Dustin Hoffman and Julia Roberts.
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Boise Parks and Recreation will also coordinate field games. Saturday, Sept. 7, 8 p.m. FREE. Veterans Memorial Park, 930 N. Veterans Memorial Parkway, Boise. GHOSTBUSTERS—Three pseudoscientists start a business capturing ghosts. When one of the crew’s romantic interest is possessed by a demon, they discover a prominent part of the New York City Skyline is a portal to a hellish dimension. Friday, Sept. 6, 7 p.m. FREE-$5. Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise, 208-343-8649, idahobotanicalgarden.org. SALINGER: A FILM SCREENING AND DISCUSSION—Join Professor Ralph Clare for a look into
the life of J.D. Salinger. Monday, Sept. 9, 7 p.m. $7-$9. The Flicks, 646 Fulton St., Boise, 208-342-4222, theflicksboise.com.
Opening RIDDICK—Left for dead on a lifeless planet scorched by the sun, Riddick must battle vicious aliens and bounty
hunters who seek his demise. Starring Vin Diesel. (R) Opens Friday, Sept. 6. Edwards 9, 22. THE SPECTACULAR NOW—A popular young man charms a nerdy girl to try and win back his girlfriend, but finds himself developing genuine feelings and thinking about deeper things in life. (R) Opens Friday, Sept. 6. The Flicks.
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