All in all, opening night of SIFF this year wasn't half-bad. The movie was good, the weather cooperated, and unlike last year, there was actually free food and drinks. Of course, the program didn't start until 20 minutes late, which means after all the introductions and thank yous, the film was on at 8 p.m. instead of 7. You know, SIFF stuff.
The red carpet this year was pretty sparse. Neither James Gandolfini nor Steve Coogan showed up, so instead we were left with the film's other "stars." Oh hey, it's the mom from Dharma and Greg, and the girl all growns up from My Girl, and...that guy! We sincerely wish that Peter Capaldi had been there, because his Rahm Emanuel-esque character stole every scene he was in.
So yes, SIFF has launched. Make way for SIFFlings! All SIFFstems go! Let's get ready to SIFFle!

Tuesdays are Muppet Days



Oh man! He totally broke The Code.
I bet that guy was really happy that one year SIFF opened with the Illusionist. Illusions, Michael!