PART 2 - The Toronto International Film Festival Round-Up

Sorry about the delay. This blogging gig and working on a novel just doesn't pay the bills, so I've been trying to work out a job for myself which has intensified recently. Apologies.

TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2009

The 34th edition of TIFF wrapped up this past Sunday and this might have been the greatest, most star-studded affairs in the fests history.

Beginning the 9-day fest was the early arrival of the hottest woman on the planet, according to many, Megan Fox. She was in town a few days before the festival began to hang out with Bryan Austin Green, her on again, off again boyfriend. he's in town filming a movie. She then had the world premiere for her film "Jennifer's Body." Mixed reviews were given, but anyone that hot who is kissing another woman in the film deserves an award in my book. Nudity in the film would have guaranteed a Oscar.

George Clooney arrived in town early as well. The getting better with age star was at TIFF for two flicks and was here for almost a week. He signed autographs for the stalkers in Yorkville and truly charmed all the interviewers on the red carpet.

Then it was time for Clooney's boyfriend to appear. Matt Damon showed up in Toronto with his stunning wife. He had his movie "The Informant" premiering, as well as the annual Charity Gala that he hosts in Toronto.

The biggest and craziest crowds were saved for the richest woman on the planet...Oprah. Her film "Precious" premiered at TIFF and has already been received Oscar recognition. On top of the positive reviews, the TIFF recognized "Precious" as the Fans Choice for Best Movie. This could be all the talk at the Oscars, and the buzz, like many other films, gained its buzz in T.O.

Throughout the nine incredible days in Toronto, actors and fans alike had a great time. Many celebrities were overheard telling others how great the city and the fest was going. One actress mentioned that she had heard from past attendees that you don't even need a hotel because you barely get any sleep, and she confirmed that to ET Canada on the final day of the fest.

Toronto was definitely bumping all week with the likes of Ricky Gervais, Jennifer Connolly, Chris Rock, Naomi Watts, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Garner, Mariah Carey, Bill Murray, Drew Berrymore, Hugh Hefner, Ewan McGregor, Robert Duvall, Ellen Page, Colin Farrell, Colin Firth, Michael Caine, Nicholas Cage, Michael Cera, Mini-Me, Lisa Kudrow, Keanu Reeves, Eve, Rob Lowe, Kerry Washington, Julianne Moore, Demi Moore, Ashton Kutcher, Suzanne Somers, Mary J Blige, Woody Harrelson, Amanda Seyfried, Michael Douglas and so so so many more donning Hollywood North!!

With TIFF being known by many as "The People's Festival" as well as known by the actors as the most important fest because it is where movies premiere in order to start their run towards the Oscars, Toronto has the opportunity to grow even further. Toronto audiences have also been praised by all actors as very smart and honest. The stars love this fest for the films, the city and of course the hundreds of incredible parties that take place.

We here in Toronto are looking forward to TIFF 2010 when the amazing Bell Lightbox, the new home of TIFF will rise high into the Toronto skyline and give movie goers a top of the line headquarters for TIFF. See you all in September 2010!!

Thanks for dropping by,

Rick Perch

Best Dressed Male - Colin Farrell

Not only did he confront a photographer and yell at him for telling his sister to "Get out of the way", but this guy did it in style. He's in Toronto every year for TIFF whether he has a film or not and he loves to stir it up.

Best Dressed Female - Penelope Cruz

Another actor who is no stranger to Toronto, Penelope Cruz lit up the red carpet. She looked absolutely stunning in this bright teal dress. We'll welcome her back with open arms if she keeps giving us photos like this.

Honourable Mention - Demi Moore

Demi looked absolutely stunning in her yellow dress. Even when her hubby let her do the red carpet thing on her own she still mesmerized the minds of on lookers.