Lucía Aleñar Iglesias' directorial debut is a subtly powerful exploration of memory and grief, while Gabriel Mascaro returns to TIFF with a celebration of life's uncertainties against a dystopian future setting.

Park Chan-wook’s latest film is a devilish satire depicting a cutthroat world of unemployment that is as incisive and depressing as it is hilarious.

Chloé Zhao's 'Hamnet' tackles Maggie O’Farrell’s novel of the same name with an empathetic eye towards how death transforms us all, even in the face of unshakeable love.

Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s prolific gothic horror novel to astounding effect, crafting an immersive and personal exploration about art, creation, and life.

Chie Hayakawa’s latest offers a personal, meandering exploration of grief through a coming-of-age drama, while Andy Hines’ feature directorial debut is a disappointing adaptation with too many misguided decisions.

Mihai Mincan’s latest film is a coming-of-age story set against a dark chapter in Romanian history, patiently exploring how grief and tragedy become inextricably linked to a country’s political landscape.

Alejandro Amenábar’s latest film delves into the early life of Miguel de Cervantes, before he became one of history’s greatest storytellers.

Shawn Simmons’ feature directorial debut features hints of a better film buried in a tonal mess that crashes into itself.

Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s latest film ruminates on consumerism, anonymity, and the moral complexities of trying to survive and thrive in a digital age.

Joseph Kosinski’s latest film is another immersive, adrenaline-fueled spectacle and an entry point into the world’s most popular motorsport.

Yeon Sang-ho’s latest thriller continues his fascination with religious fanaticism in a convoluted narrative of violence and faith.

Alex Parkinson’s narrative adaptation of the 2019 documentary of the same name is an underwhelming and shallow retelling of an incredible tale of survival.