The comedy murder mystery is directed by the UK’s Mat Whitecross.

The drama is based on the true story of a Congolese doctor and a Belgian surgeon.

Jason Reitman’s ‘Saturday Night’ and Mike Leigh’s ‘Hard Truths’ also launch.

As well as the frontrunners, categories where nominees are gathering late momentum are also highlighted.

The festival director emphasised the power of cinema to connect pepole in an era of resurgent nationalism.

“I want to acknowledge the conversation around my past social media posts that have caused hurt.”

Andrei Kamarowsky will replace Agathe Valentin.

First local series from Canada, North Of North, to debut in spring.

They join jury president, US filmmaker Todd Haynes.

‘Flee’ producer Monica Hellstrom, director Mark Cousins will also present projects.