Toronto Film Files<\/a>, Jolie has been a film writer and contributor to several film outlets across Toronto. For years, she has attended and volunteered for the festival.<\/p>\nWhile she said TIFF is a time to celebrate the debuts of new films and creatives, she said she still thinking about those with chronic illnesses who want to see these films as well.<\/p>\n
\"Digital TIFF has been a game changer for them,\" said Jolie.<\/p>\n
For this year, she is relieved to see a portion of digital access still available, and hopes it remains a fixture in future festivals.<\/p>\n
\"There's a space for both digital and in-person,\" she said. \"Watching a film at home doesn't take away from the experience, it's just a different one.\"<\/p>\n
Canadian film at TIFF<\/h2>\n
On the Canadian front, Jolie said there are several local films to watch this year.<\/p>\n
\"I would highly encourage people to support Canadian films, support Canadian filmmakers.\"<\/p>\n
She\u00a0highlights two films:Young Arsonists<\/em> and I Like Movies<\/em>.<\/p>\nYoung Arsonists<\/em> was filmed in Caledonia, ON. Its story is centered on four young girls who form strong bonds and seek to reclaim an isolated farmhouse.<\/p>\nThe films' director, Sheila Pye, was born in Millgrove, ON. After a set of short films, Young Arsonists<\/em> is the director's first full-feature.<\/p>\nI Like Movies<\/em> is directed by Toronto-based filmmaker, Chandler Levack. The film is about a socially awkward cinephile who gets a job at a video store. The film is also Levack's full-feature debut.<\/p>\n\"I hope everyone enjoys TIFF, and enjoy every moment,\" said Jolie. \"Take some time to see a big splashy, buzzy movie, but also take the time to see some hidden gems.\"<\/p>\n
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