Tyler Perry and Janet Yang Being Added As Speakers At Toronto International Film Festival

Tyler Perry - Karwai Tang

The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) revealed the first speakers for its Industry Conference lineup in September of 2022.

Director and actor Tyler Perry and Academy president Janet Yang lead the slate of Hollywood creative talent and executives taking part in keynotes and panels.

Perry is expected to discuss his career as a film writer, director, producer, actor, and studio owner, and talk about his new Netflix film, A Jazzman’s Blues, which premieres at TIFF. Kramer and Yang will share the stage at TIFF to discuss Oscars drama and organizational reforms at the Film Academy.

The Toronto International Film Festival will announce the rest of its Canadian film lineup on August 17, 2022. The Film Festival is set to run September 8-18, 2022.