Roy Thompson Hall is where the gala screenings take place. For those who saw films during the festival, this central location is where one passes through to pick up their tickets. For the special few, it’s where you can catch a glimpse of your favourite celebrity as they glide down the red carpet to greet media before shuffling into the theatre.
I was surprised to see fans camping out in front of the barriers so early in the morning. They were all vying for that sweet spot and proximity to the TIFF canopy. But what really shocked me was the lack of security controlling the crowds. It was an absolute farce as myself and daring tourists took to the red carpet for some pictures of our own.
For a brief moment, we were the movie stars and not the fans. To think that Brad Pitt and Sandra Bullock have walked down the this very catwalk; with paparazzi flashing cameras. This is the spot that the fans just meters away were waiting for and we owned it
TIFF adds its own subtle yet unmistakable flavour to the city, and this flavour is slightly different for every Torontonian and tourist.
Richelle Sibolboro 