Matt Hoffman

Toronto-based cinephile who especially enjoys French films.
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Sundance 2018: Sebastián Silva Talks the Complex Racial Drama of ‘Tyrel’

By Matt Hoffman 

The Chilean provocateur discusses his film on white boy partying and small acts of racism.

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Sundance 2018: ‘American Animals’ is a Wild Ride of Truth and Fiction

By Matt Hoffman 

Bart Layton expertly explores truth claims in this work of “hybrid-fiction.”

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Timotheé Chalamet Discusses his Breakout Role in ‘Call Me By Your Name’

By Matt Hoffman 

Talking peaches and James Ivory sleepover parties with Timotheé Chalamet.

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Ruben Östlund and Terry Notary on the Stunning Climax of ‘The Square’

By Matt Hoffman 

The Palme d’Or winner and his star discuss the motivations behind their film.

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50 Questions With Stephen Frears

By Matt Hoffman 

A jovial chat with the filmmaker behind ‘Victoria & Abdul.’

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TIFF 2017 Review: ‘I, Tonya’ Prioritizes Crude Humor Over Sincerity

By Matt Hoffman 

This mean-spirited biopic provides cheap laughs at the expense of its subjects.

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TIFF 2017 Review: ‘The Shape of Water’ is an Underwhelming Masterclass of Craft

By Matt Hoffman 

The craft of Guillermo del Toro’s latest is top notch, but…

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TIFF 2017 Review: ‘Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri’ is a Worthy People’s Choice Award Winner

By Matt Hoffman 

Frances McDormand and Martin McDonagh offer career-best work in this profoundly moving film.

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TIFF 2017 Review: ‘Lady Bird’ Is a Hilariously Affecting Debut from Greta Gerwig

By Matt Hoffman 

Greta Gerwig’s directorial debut will make you laugh and then steal your heart.