Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Toronto to spotlight Istanbul for tribute

"Toronto to spotlight Istanbul for tribute
Showcasing 10 films set in the city, including '10 to 11'

By Etan Vlessing

Aug 17, 2010, 12:51 PM ET
TORONTO -- The Toronto International Film Festival may be hoping for a less controversial city-to-city spotlight this year with its choice of Istanbul for the September tribute.

Recall last year when Tel Aviv provided a 10-film homage at TIFF that blew up in the faces of fest organizers."

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