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- ↑ Johanna Schneller, "What We See, opening at TIFF, explores the persistence of Inuit trauma". The Globe and Mail , September 2, 2023.
- ↑ Peter Howell, "TIFF 2023: The 10 (plus!) movies our film critic can’t wait to see at the festival". Toronto Star , September 6, 2023.
- ↑ Valerie Complex, "TIFF Unveils Cinematic First Looks With Discovery And Midnight Madness Program; World Premieres Include ‘Hell Of A Summer,’ ‘Gonzo Girl,’ ‘Widow Clicquot,’ And ‘Boy Kills World’". Deadline Hollywood , August 3, 2023.
- ↑ "Igloolik-based film set for theatrical tour including stop in Nunavut". Nunatsiaq News , January 24, 2024.
- ↑ Pat Mullen, "TIFF’s Canada’s Top Ten Includes BlackBerry, Solo, Humanist Vampire". That Shelf, December 6, 2023.
- ↑ Johanna Schneller, "TIFF 2023: Indigenous drama ‘What We See’ is an essential step in healing". The Globe and Mail , September 2, 2023.
- ↑ Liam Lacey, "TIFF Interview: Directors Spotlight Inuit Trauma & Healing in Tautuktavuk (What We See)". Original Cin, September 11, 2023.
- ↑ Christian Zilko, "American Fiction’ Wins People’s Choice Award at 2023 TIFF (Complete Winners List)". IndieWire , September 17, 2023.
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