About this Event
🎬 The Lebanese Film Festival in Canada – Toronto Edition will take place from September 18 to 21, 2026.
Join us as we celebrate 10 years of Lebanese cinema, culture, and connection in Canada, with the special presence of our Guest of Honour, Yorgo Chalhoub, joining us in Toronto for the first time!
"A portion of the proceeds will be donated to support film students"
🎬 Walid Chmait - A life at the heart of cinema.
🗓 Date: September 18, 2026
🕡 8:00 PM: Movie Screening
🎤 9:00 PM: A Q&A session with our guests will follow the screening.
📍 Location: INNIS COLLEGE - University of Toronto - Room 222 - 2nd floor
Link to get there and parking info: https://innis.utoronto.ca/find-us/#:~:text=St.%20George%20St.-,Parking,-107%20St.%20George
Director: Salim Saab
Synopsis:
Walid Saab Chmait, better known as Walid Chmait, was one of the pioneers of film criticism in Lebanon. But his talent didn't stop there; he was also a director, actor, and a TV and radio host, notably on Télé Liban. His influence extended beyond Lebanese borders, significantly impacting Arab cinema. To pay tribute to him, his son, Salim Saab, decided to film him to made a documentary about his career. Unfortunately, shortly after filming began, Walid Chmait passed away on February 26, 2024, at the age of 82. Determined to honor his father's memory, Salim Saab continued the project by gathering testimonies from those who knew and worked with him.
Restricted to persons aged 15 years and over unless accompanied by an adult.
🎟 Tickets
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ℹ️ Informations / Information
- For more details, please visit www.lffcanada.com
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INNIS COLLEGE - University of Toronto, 2 Sussex Ave, Toronto, Canada
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