Goethe-Institut Toronto

Goethe-Institut Toronto www.goethe.de/toronto
IG: We promote the study of German abroad and encourage international cultural exchange. www.goethe.de

The Goethe-Institut is the Federal Republic of Germany’s cultural institution operational and recognized worldwide. We also foster knowledge about Germany by providing information on its culture, society and politics.

🎬 From to GOETHE FILMS @ TIFF Lightbox:What does it cost to become the person you choose to be?Join us for the Toronto ...
10/12/2026

🎬 From to GOETHE FILMS @ TIFF Lightbox:
What does it cost to become the person you choose to be?

Join us for the Toronto premiere of Talking About the Weather, Annika Pinske’s acclaimed debut about class, family, motherhood and the choices that shape us. Featuring powerful performances by Anne Schäfer, Sandra Hüller and Ronald Zehrfeldt, plus an exclusive video introduction by the director.

📍 TIFF Lightbox, Toronto
📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026
🕡 6:30 PM
🎟 $10
🔗 Tickets: am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/buy/goethe

Part of GOETHE FILMS: Next of Kin – Family on Film, presented by .



Photo credit: © Grandfilm

🎬 Nina Hoss as a mother. Toronto premiere.How do you find yourself when you’re caught between languages, countries—and f...
10/09/2026

🎬 Nina Hoss as a mother. Toronto premiere.

How do you find yourself when you’re caught between languages, countries—and families?

Join us for the Toronto premiere of Foreign Language, Cannes winner Claire Burger’s moving coming-of-age drama about identity, first love —and the families we’re born into as well as the ones we choose. Starring Nina Hoss as Lena’s quietly unraveling mother, alongside breakout stars and .heinsius

“The strong, beating heart of the story… two remarkable young leads in a neat, level-headed and calm film that counterbalances the emotional turmoil beneath.” — Cineuropa

📍 TIFF Lightbox, Toronto
📅 Tuesday, October 13, 2026
🕡 6:30 PM
🎟 $10
🔗 Tickets: https://am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/buy/goethe

Part of GOETHE FILMS: Next of Kin – Family on Film, presented by



images courtesy © J. Poupard Les Films de Pierre Port au Prince Pic

Congratulations to Toronto author Anne Carson on winning the Nobel Prize for Literature 2026! Did you know Carson was a ...
10/08/2026

Congratulations to Toronto author Anne Carson on winning the Nobel Prize for Literature 2026! Did you know Carson was a Fellow at the American Academy in Berlin in 2007, working on a translation of the ancient Greek play Prometheus Bound? Many of her books have been published in German, including Anthropologie des Wassers and Rot.



Cover Images Courtesy of S. Fischer Verlag and Matthes & Seitz Berlin

10/08/2026

🎬 THE BIG PICTURE: CURTIS WOLOSCHUK ON VIFF GERMAN FOCUS

What makes German cinema stand out right now?

Curtis Woloschuk, Director of Programming at the Vancouver International Film Festival, talks about the films, filmmakers and ideas shaping this year’s German Focus at VIFF — and why German cinema continues to offer such a distinctive perspective on the world.

From bold new voices to films that challenge expectations, discover what’s on Curtis’s radar.
🎥 Watch the full interview here:
youtu.be/MA32VmHLhw0

Join us at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto for our next Read Aloud & Crafting for Children event on October 17! This time, w...
10/07/2026

Join us at the Goethe‑Institut Toronto for our next Read Aloud & Crafting for Children event on October 17!

This time, we’ll read Der kleine Erdvogel, a beautifully illustrated picture book about self-confidence, resilience, and believing in your dreams. Follow the journey of a little mole who dreams of flying and discovers that imagination and determination can take you further than you think.

After the reading, children will create a mobile with flying moles inspired by the story.

📅 October 17, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM–3:30 PM
📍 Goethe‑Institut Toronto

Recommended for children aged 3 and up.

Register via Eventbrite → linktree in bio

🎬 Germany’s biggest hit movie. Canadian premiere!Sometimes the family you need is the one you never expected.Oh, This Un...
10/05/2026

🎬 Germany’s biggest hit movie. Canadian premiere!

Sometimes the family you need is the one you never expected.
Oh, This Unspeakable Void won over audiences and critics as a warm, funny and deeply moving coming-of-age story based on ’s bestselling memoir. Directed by and featuring an outstanding ensemble led by Bruno Alexander, Senta Berger and Karoline Herfurth.
A major audience hit in Germany, the film debuted at #1 at the German box office, surpassed 1 million admissions in its first 2 weeks, and just won 3 German Film Awards.

📍 TIFF Lightbox, Toronto
📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026, one night only!
🕡 6:30 PM
🎟 $10
🔗 Tickets: am.ticketmaster.com/tiff/buy/goethe
Part of GOETHE FILMS: Next of Kin – Family on Film, presented by



images courtesy Komplizen Film Doll Filmproduktion Warner Bros. Germany 2

10/01/2026

🏛️ What makes a building worth preserving — and who gets to decide?

Heritage Building in Prime Location (Altbau in zentraler Lage) explores housing, belonging, displacement and community through a unique blend of ASL, spoken English and physical storytelling.

Set in a historic building threatened by redevelopment, the play asks timely questions about heritage, access, communication, and the future of our cities.

Housing is not only about property — it is about dignity, identity and belonging.



Video by Mallory Brown .mallory.brown
Supported by the German Consulate General Toronto
Written by Raphaela Bardutzky
Translated and Co-directed by Birgit Schreyer Duarte
Co-directed by MoMo Holt .productions
Produced by storm&stress and 1S1 Theatre
Theatre Passe Muraille

Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming to the Goethe-Institut Toronto. During her visit, we had the opportunity to int...
09/28/2026

Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming to the Goethe-Institut Toronto.

During her visit, we had the opportunity to introduce our work at the Goethe-Institut Toronto and share insights into our language, cultural and library programs. In an open and engaging exchange, we discussed our projects, current developments and the importance of international cultural and educational exchange.

We are grateful for the interest in our work and would like to thank her for the visit and the inspiring conversations.

📚 New Books at the Media Lounge!Looking for your next great read? A selection of new books has just arrived in the Media...
09/23/2026

📚 New Books at the Media Lounge!

Looking for your next great read? A selection of new books has just arrived in the Media Lounge and is now available to browse and borrow.

📍 Goethe-Institut Toronto
🕘Media Lounge: Monday–Thursday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

🎬 We reviewed it at the Berlinale in February. Last week, it became Canada's Oscar submission: Nina Roza 🐻🇩🇪🇨🇦🇺🇸At , we ...
09/21/2026

🎬 We reviewed it at the Berlinale in February. Last week, it became Canada's Oscar submission: Nina Roza 🐻🇩🇪🇨🇦🇺🇸

At , we followed Nina Roza during its Berlinale competition run. Directed by Geneviève Dulude-De Celles, the film went on to win the Silver Bear for Best Screenplay under jury president Wim Wenders.

Now, Nina Roza has been selected as Canada's official submission for Best International Feature at the 99th Academy Awards. Félicitations!

📖 Read the review → bit.ly/4wSbKai



Image courtesy Berlinale: Min Bahadur Bham, Geneviève Dulude-de Celle. Nina Roza - Competition, Silver Bear for Best Screenplay, Feb 21, 2026

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