| 1987 Toronto International Film Festival | |
| Host: | Toronto International Film Festival Group |
| Opening: | I've Heard the Mermaids Singing |
| Location: | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Language: | English |
| Date: | – |
The 12th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) took place in Toronto, Ontario, Canada between September 10 and September 19, 1987. I've Heard the Mermaids Singing by Patricia Rozema was selected as the opening film.[1]
The Princess Bride by Rob Reiner won the People's Choice Award at the festival. André the Giant, one of the stars of the film, sat on a girth constructed especially for him during the premiere of the film at the festival.[2] [3]
| Award[4] [5] | Film | Director | |
|---|---|---|---|
| People's Choice Award | The Princess Bride | Rob Reiner | |
| Best Canadian Feature Film | Family Viewing | Atom Egoyan | |
| Best Canadian Feature Film - Special Jury Citation | Artist on Fire | Kay Armatage | |
| International Critics' Award | Night Zoo | Jean-Claude Lauzon |