Neil Peart documentary, crime films head to TIFF for Day 7

TORONTO — "Neil Peart: No One's Disciple," a documentary chronicling the drummer's life, is set to make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival today. Rush's Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are expected to attend the screening, alongside filmmakers Sam Dunn and Scot McFadyen. The drummer passed away from brain cancer in January 2020, at the age of 67. Following his death, Rush has launched their first tour since. For those unable to attend the festival, the documentary will debut on CBC next Wednesday.

Another film, "The Man I Love," directed by Ira Sachs, will also screen at the festival. Starring Rami Malek, the movie follows an actor and performance artist in 1980s New York who is diagnosed with AIDS. Other high-profile films to be shown include "The Assassin(s)," which explores the assassination attempt on South Korean President Park Chung-hee, "The Only Living Pickpocket in New York," a film featuring John Turturro, and "The Liberation," about a woman falling into a mysterious cult.

This report by The Canadian Press was published on Sept. 16, 2026, with additional details provided by Nicole Thompson.