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The 50th Toronto International Film Festival was the occasion for the world premiere of Toni Collette‘s new series. With their account emphasizing Collette’s presence at the event, the actress discussed just how deep this show is and the affinity she feels toward her characters. The event were also joined by her co-stars Sydney Topliffe and Alyvia Alyn Lind.
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There is something about Toni Collette that just demands attention. Perhaps it is the way she completely immerses herself into her characters, or it may sometimes emanate from that innate warmth, even when briefly rubbing off on just a few moments in the limelight. That aura was indeed felt during the opening of Toni’s new series ‘Wayward’ at the 50th TIFF.
Festival clip shows Collette waxing lyrical about the project with amazing conviction. “Look at that, look right over here,” she bellowed, practically lifting her hands as she spoke, pointing at something off-lens. “That is what’s special about Wayward. The writing, I love my character, I love all the characters.”
Next, she delves into why it’s so appealing to her on the surface: “I love the way it starts to move from a kind of surface story into something subterranean, a little more murky and complex. There’s a lot to like.” There goes Collette again, the one always seeking layers and seeing the depth.
The TIFF post on Instagram clearly spells out who the bigger draw is, describing, “What’s so special about WAYWARD? Toni Collette, of course,” delving into interviews with co-stars Sydney Topliffe and Alyvia Alyn Lind shortly after. Really though- the moment Toni stepped in, she took the whole room with her.
The wave of comments came in with many commenters repeating that Collette is what makes any project special. One simply stated, “I love that they recognize that YOU are what’s special about #wayward.” Another said, “Toni Collette you are incredible – fact,” just for the record, translated from Portuguese.
The spill was nearly equivalent to the bubbling energy for the show itself: “First two episodes have me HOOKED! can’t wait for more,” one eager viewer said. Another described, “I can’t wait til this comes out, I want to series it so bad.” The whole buzz does not come out of nowhere-it is created by performers like Collette.
But others took their comments in a very different direction, turning away from the premiere and toward big international politics. Several posts, starkly contrasting the celebratory nature of the event, attempt to draw the conversation back to the conflict in Gaza, labelling it “genocide” and a “moral collapse.”
Most comments, however, remained on track, celebrating the charismatic presence of Collette. A long-time admirer wrote, “I loved you since I was a child and immediately more because I know that you are a person with human principles,” apologizing for English but expressing in words what most expected to say.
There was also a sweet little exchange about meeting Collette in real life. One user exclaimed, “I WILL DIE OF HAPPINESS IF I EVER MET THEE TONI COLLETTE,” to which another responded, “I randomly met her at a concert and she is a total Queen!!!!”
The greater part of the Collette’s career, unswerving about connecting dynamics, centers on the very kind of genuine connection in each one of the characters that she visualizes herself forming. From ‘Muriel’s Wedding’ to ‘Hereditary’ and immediately through to ‘Wayward,’ she has always chosen projects of meaningful depth and given performances that hold on to you.”
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At the TIFF premiere, it was shown with clear definition what happens when Toni Collette believes in something: she shows up, but she doesn’t just show up. She talks passionately about it, and judging from the reactions of the festival and the fans, that passion is contagious. The festival also featured a stunning portrait of Ethan Hawke. Other celebrities, like Tiffani Thiessen, have sparked debates with their social media posts, while she has also shared popular recipes. In the world of wrestling, Rhea Ripley and Tiffany Stratton recently led an epic match.
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