David and Nathan Zellner’s Alpha Gang, Benjamín Naishtat’s Glaxo, Rachel Morrison’s Love of Your Life, Ben Shirinian’s The Housewife, Bassam Tariq’s Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother
Babajide Fadoju
| TORONTO — TIFF ‘26 is expanding with today’s announcement of five additional films in this year’s Special Presentations programme. These compelling new works from celebrated filmmakers Rachel Morrison, Benjamín Naishtat, Ben Shirinian, Bassam Tariq, plus David and Nathan Zellner provide a glimpse into this year’s Official Selection. The 51st edition of TIFF, presented by Rogers, will take place September 10–20, 2026. “Each year, we strive to curate a selection of films that feels most relevant to the moment with the power to spark a rich dialogue with our public audience, and these Special Presentations titles are true reflections of that,” said Anita Lee, Chief Programming Officer, TIFF. “From debut directors to the most anticipated sophomore films of the year to vanguard voices, this group of films showcase the authenticity, the unexpected, and the ambition of cinema now. They are sure to be among the Festival’s most talked-about titles, captivating audiences and generating buzz long after the credits roll. We’re delighted to share these original works with TIFF audiences in September.” Film details (in alphabetical order): Alpha Gang | David Zellner, Nathan Zellner | USAInternational Premiere Glaxo | Benjamín Naishtat | Argentina, Brazil World Premiere Love of Your Life | Rachel Morrison | USAWorld Premiere The Housewife | Ben Shirinian | USAWorld Premiere Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother | Bassam Tariq | USA World Premiere Upcoming announcements:TIFF Takeover 1: July 20–23Mon., Jul. 20: Gala & Special PresentationsTue., Jul. 21: Platform Wed., Jul. 22: DiscoveryThu., Jul. 23: Primetime TIFF Takeover 2: August 4–6Tue., Aug. 4: Centrepiece, Wavelengths & Classics Wed., Aug. 5: TIFF Docs & Shortcuts Thu., Aug. 6: Midnight Madness Social:YouTube: TIFF X: @TIFF_NET and @TIFF_TheMarketInstagram, TikTok, Letterboxd, Pinterest, Facebook, LinkedIn#TIFF26 |