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Mercedes Cardella’s Telefilm Canada’s Talent to Watch-winning project recently wrapped production both here in Toronto and in Cairo, Egypt. “The shoot was so amazing! Having shot in Cairo and in Toronto is an experience that I will cherish forever. The set was truly magnetic,” said Cardella, Toronto Film School’s Associate Director of Curriculum Design, who …

During a recent interview process, a candidate asked me, “If you could go back and revisit your younger self from your current job and work, what advice would you give yourself?” This question conjured up immediately for me that “What Advice Do You Have For Your Younger Self?” moment on RuPaul’s Drag Race, when RuPaul holds up …

Toronto, ON, April 25, 2024 – A flock of film, television and video game industry leaders will be on hand at the TIFF Lightbox on Thursday, May 16 to celebrate the future stars of Canada’s creative industries at Toronto Film School’s 2024 Film Festival. “The TFS Film Fest marks a special time of year, as …

Tommy Mayberry, the Director of Toronto Film School and Yorkville University’s Centre for Teaching Excellence and Innovation, was recently awarded with the 2024 Lavender Rhetorics Award for Excellence in Queer Scholarship. Presented annually by the Conference on College Composition and Communication, the award honours four works (one book, one book chapter or article, one dissertation and …

We have watched with immense concern the attack on Israel, and the escalating conflict across the region. Toronto Film School supports our Israeli and Palestinian community members – students, faculty, and staff. We grieve for the victims of the atrocities committed and offer heartfelt condolences to all those suffering. Horrific events of this magnitude can …

In light of the anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ2S+ demonstrations taking place in Toronto and across North America today, Toronto Film School and Yorkville University understand that members of our own community – including staff, faculty, and students – may be impacted. TFS and YU reaffirm our dedication to equity, diversity and inclusion. Our school fully supports and …

Toronto Film School alumnus Andrew Dunning discovered his passion for telling a story through the lens of a camera at an early age – a gift passed on to him by his father. “My dad had a darkroom in our basement when I was a kid,” said Dunning, recalling his formative years growing up in …

Toronto Film School President Andrew Barnsley recently made a special guest appearance on Origin Films’ Filmmakers Uncut – a podcast offering insider tips, tricks, and advice to aspiring filmmakers and videographers. Over the course of the 54-minute episode hosted by Pouya Mirzaei, Barnsley discussed some of the lessons he’s learned over the span of his …

When it came time to pick a play for his Acting for Film, TV & the Theatre students to perform on stage this term, Toronto Film School’s Christopher Sawchyn was immediately drawn to Adam Szymkowicz’s Hearts Like Planets. “The work is funny, warm and honest – and isn’t that just the kind of energy we …

Charles Dickens’ beloved classic A Christmas Carol, will get a modern twist when Toronto Film School’s upcoming production of A Hollywood Christmas Carol takes to the stage. Directed by Christel Bartelse, the 75-minute play will be performed by the “amazing” 5B Acting for Film, TV & the Theatre class, who “leapt into everything with bravery …

Toronto Film School is set to bring Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life to the stage at Papermill Theatre later this month. Directed by Andy Massingham, this theatrical re-telling of a timeless Christmas classic draws upon “unique talents” of Massighnam’s “gifted” Acting for Film, TV & the Theatre students. “It’s A Wonderful Life began its …

Toronto Film School (TFS) and Yorkville University (YU) support the human rights of all peoples, and strongly express condemnation in relation to the persecution occurring in Iran.   Recent escalations of violence, threats to life, and deaths, in relation to protests for freedom, gender equality, and human rights, are incredibly disturbing. We express heartfelt sympathy …

“Now go forth and be bold!” It was with that call to action that 350 up-and-coming creatives closed one chapter in their lives as students and opened up a new one full of exciting career possibilities as newly minted graduates of Toronto Film School. “Today is a day of celebration. The programs you’ve completed are …

Three Toronto Film School students recently got an exclusive, behind-the scenes look at the inner workings of the St. John’s, Newfoundland set of CBC’s Son of a Critch – and now they want to share the experience, documentary style! “It was my first time going on a real TV set, so it was very exciting,” said …

  “The arts speak to so many people, whether you’re on the spectrum or not,” says Ashley Drayton. “It’s a fluidic language that so many people can relate to.”   Drayton is the President and Executive Director of House of Artists Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to championing artists living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). …

Toronto Film School will once again honour Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by providing its faculty and staff with a day of reflection. “Today we listen with great respect, to the history and experiences of Indigenous peoples who were profoundly impacted by the painful colonial legacy and trauma of Residential Schools,” said Andrew …

  The red carpets have been rolled out. The world’s press has taken their place, mics on, hoping for a quote. Rows upon rows of photographers click-click-click, their camera flashes dazzling. The streets are filled to bursting with screaming fans.   TIFF has come again.   From September 8-18, Toronto plays host to the global …

  When Moira Jones wrapped up her studies at Toronto Film School this past June, she was surprised with a very special graduation gift: the opportunity to be recognized as a professional actor straight out of school.   And it’s all thanks to a newly inked agreement between TFS and the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, …

  Toronto Film School and Yorkville University have announced the names of the inaugural members of its newly launched Indigenous Students Advisory Council (ISAC).   “We are so impressed with the calibre of the Indigenous Student Advisory Council members. Each member brings their own unique lived experience, cultural knowledge, and diverse professional background,” said Jessica Gruchy, …

  Toronto Film School’s Mental Health and Wellness team have launched a series of bi-monthly Peer-to-Peer Support Group sessions, all aimed at helping students build the coping skills they need to succeed.   Clinically led by TFS’s Mental Health and Wellness counsellors, the hourlong Zoom sessions will tackle different topics of interest each month – …