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Billy Eichner Takes TIFF

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WRiTe in the KISSER • BILLY EICHNER ‘BROS’ OUT WITH A GROUNDBREAKING ROMANTIC COMEDY ABOUT GAY CULTURE — BUT WILL AUDIENCES PAY TO SEE IT?

The Party Returns to Toronto • The festival and city once again welcome crowds of film lovers, A-listers and industry mavens

Pre-Screening Bites • Toronto’s lively food and drink scene expands with five new restaurants

Back With Massive Buzz • TIFF’s lineup is packed with great pics, but these are the ones we can’t wait to see

Creative Arts Emmys Finds the Perfect Balance • The two-night event will honor below-the-line talent at in-person ceremonies and galas

‘Sk8er Boi’s’ Muse Grows Up • Avril Lavigne celebrates 20 years since her debut album ‘Let Go’ with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Artists Take Top Honors • The Tribute Awards continue to be the fest’s biggest fundraiser

Production Hub Heats Up • Streamers make a home in Spain as production investment rockets up

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Spain’s Bustling Biz • A sampling of some international productions in the country since 2012, main locations and shoot dates

Island Shooting at Its Best • Marvel’s ‘Eternals’ embraced the elements on windswept Canary Islands

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