Toronto/CMEDIA: The five Special Presentations in TIFF’s 2026 Official Selection are: 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
These compelling new works of five additional films in this year’s Special Presentations programme providing a glimpse into this year’s Official selection are from celebrated filmmakers Rachel Morrison, Benjamín Naishtat, Ben Shirinian, Bassam Tariq, plus David and Nathan Zellner.
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…these Special Presentations titles are true reflections of that. From debut directors to the most anticipated sophomore films of the year to vanguard voices…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” Anita Lee, Chief Programming Officer, TIFF has said.
Film details (in alphabetical order):
Alpha Gang | David Zellner, Nathan Zellner | USA/ International Premiere
Glaxo | Benjamín Naishtat | Argentina, Brazil/World Premiere
Love of Your Life | Rachel Morrison | USA/World Premiere
The Housewife | Ben Shirinian | USA/World Premiere
Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother | Bassam Tariq | USA/World Premiere
Upcoming announcements:
TIFF Takeover 1: July 20–23
- Mon., Jul. 20: Gala & Special Presentations
- Tue., Jul. 21: Platform
- Wed., Jul. 22: Discovery
- Thu., Jul. 23: Primetime
TIFF Takeover 2: August 4–6
- Tue., Aug. 4: Centrepiece, Wavelengths & Classics
- Wed., Aug. 5: TIFF Docs & Shortcuts
- Thu., Aug. 6: Midnight Madness
