Toronto's "Hot Docs": April 30- May 10
Michael Stevens reporting from Toronto... The 16th edition of Toronto's Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival, runs April 30-May 10. From a record 1948 film submissions, this year’s slate will present 171 titles from 39 countries in 10 programs, with additional screenings recently added. "These are wild times," said Sean Farnel, Hot Docs director of programming. "But as a reflection of the present, documentary continues to be a vibrant storytelling form, helping us to make sense of the world, even as it enlightens, entertains and empowers our audiences." In addition to previously announced Special Presentations, including opening night world premiere of Jennifer Baichwal’s Act Of God, other high-profile films in the Special Presentations program include Kirby Dick’s Outrage, an indictment of American politicians, the international premiere of Louie Psihoyos’ The Cove, focusing on an intervention to halt dolphin slaughter; Gary Hustwit’s Objectifie
