Peoples

Chloé Zhao’s ‘Hamnet’ Triumphs at TIFF, Claiming People’s Choice Award in a Festival Packed with Riveting Stories

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Toronto, Canada — Chloé Zhao’s adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s acclaimed novel, “Hamnet,” has captured the People’s Choice Award at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), marking a significant achievement for the director. The award was announced during a ceremony held on Sunday, and it reflects the festival’s unique approach, allowing audiences rather than a jury to decide the year’s favorite film. At TIFF, attendees of public screenings cast votes for their top picks on the festival’s official website. “Hamnet” led the voting, triumphing over Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein,” which secured second place, and Rian … Read more

Prithviraj Sukumaran Celebrates People’s Choice Win Amid National Award Snub, Emphasizing Audience Connection in Cinema

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Sharjah, United Arab Emirates — Prithviraj Sukumaran recently expressed his thoughts on the importance of audience appreciation over formal accolades after the National Awards did not recognize his film, Aadujeevitham – The Goat Life. The actor received significant applause for his portrayal of Najeeb in the survival drama, directed by Blessy, yet the film’s omission from the awards list left many surprised. While accepting the People’s Choice Award at the BOTIM Onamamangam 2025 event in Sharjah, Sukumaran emphasized that films are crafted for public enjoyment rather than for juries to evaluate. He remarked that a … Read more

Tom Hiddleston’s ‘The Life of Chuck’ Claims People’s Choice Award at 2024 Toronto Film Festival, Surprising Critics and Fans Alike

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Toronto, Canada – At this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, the much-anticipated People’s Choice Award was clinched by “The Life of Chuck,” a film directed by Mike Flanagan and starring Tom Hiddleston. The festival, which is unique in its approach by allowing public attendees to select their favorite film through online voting, saw “The Life of Chuck” outshining some expected frontrunners. The film, based on a Stephen King novel, delivers a compelling blend of existential musings and vivid celebration of life’s fleeting moments. With its less conventional approach to horror, it captures something genuinely hopeful, … Read more

Mike Flanagan’s ‘The Life of Chuck’ Stuns as People’s Choice at Toronto International Film Festival 2024

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Toronto, Canada – The 2024 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has concluded, drawing a global audience to celebrate another year of cinematic excellence. The festival, a key event in the film industry’s calendar, stamped its impact on the awards season with its annual awards ceremony. This year’s TIFF People’s Choice Award crowned Mike Flanagan’s “The Life of Chuck” as the top choice, a film that stirred significant buzz among festival-goers and exceeded expectations. The accolade, presented by Rogers, is particularly notable as all feature films and series in TIFF’s Official Selection are eligible, making the … Read more