TIFF 2024: Tata (With Movie Trailer)

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At TIFF 2024, Tata makes its world premiere, and it’s sure to make a deep emotional impact. Directed by Lina Vdovîi and Radu Ciorniciuc, this documentary takes viewers on a raw, heartfelt journey across Italy, Moldova, and Romania, diving into the complex realities of family dynamics, generational trauma, and the struggle against toxic masculinity.

What’s Tata About?

Lina Vdovîi’s father left their home in Moldova decades ago, seeking work abroad, like many others from their region. Years later, after an extended estrangement, Lina receives a video message from him — bruised and battered, asking for help. The film follows Lina as she sets off on a journey to help her father pursue justice while also coming face-to-face with the painful family history she has long tried to escape.

Along the way, she uncovers patterns of domestic violence that have plagued her family for generations. As she reflects on her own past and prepares to become a mother, Lina is determined to break the cycle for the next generation.

Why You Should Watch Tata at TIFF 2024:

  • Raw Emotion: This documentary delves into the intimate realities of family relationships, capturing the heartbreak, struggles, and hope that come with confronting generational trauma.
  • A Universal Story: Though deeply personal, Tata speaks to broader issues of toxic masculinity, survival, and the quest for healing.
  • Beautiful Cinematography: Filmed across multiple countries, the visuals are both stunning and emotionally resonant, adding depth to the story being told.
  • Real-Life Courage: Co-directed by Lina VdovĂ®i and her partner Radu Ciorniciuc, the film offers an authentic and brave narrative of love, pain, and resilience.

Showtimes:

  • Saturday, September 7 @ 5:10 pm
  • Sunday, September 8 @ 7:35 pm
  • Tuesday, September 10 @ 3:05 pm
  • Friday, September 13 @ 11:10 am

Tata is a film that will leave you thinking about the power of confronting your past and the importance of breaking free from cycles of trauma. Don’t miss this moving and powerful documentary at TIFF 2024!

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