TAYLOR SWIFT | In Conversation With… | TIFF 2022

Taylor Swift is a creative powerhouse. Singer, songwriter, producer, actor, director — this multi-hyphenate artist is the only woman in history to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year three times, tying for the most wins by any artist (alongside Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, and Paul Simon), as well as earning prizes in eight other categories. In addition to music, Swift has long been a visual storyteller. From influencing the edits of her music videos, to writing the treatments herself and then making the jump to director, she has defined a distinct style that extends out of her songwriting. In 2021, she released re-recordings of Fearless (Taylor’s Version) and Red (Taylor’s Version), her acclaimed second and fourth albums, as an act of reclamation and creative empowerment. The latter release was followed by All Too Well: The Short Film, which she directed, wrote, produced, and appeared in. Swift joins TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey for the first-ever screening of All Too Well: The Short Film on 35mm, and to discuss filmmaking and the visual aspects of her music.

[tiliu]

She's the perfect example of "effortless is a myth". She's hard-working, she's smart, she's creative. Taylor Alison Swift, you will always be Famous.

[kaitlyndiehl]

YOOOO she said "I wanted to establish each album as its own...*dramatic pause* 'Era' of sorts" THAT'S AN EASTER EGG FOR HER NEW TOUR. WOW.

[jackieli]

We’re mostly all here for Taylor, but can we just appreciate the TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey for the phenomenal interview? Well done, sir. Excellent curation of questions. Professional and full of respect. Vibrant presence that complemented Taylor so well in the interview, and led to a lovely, deep, and well-rounded conversation about this masterpiece film and her career.
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[abigailbarnett]

This interview is such a great example of why I and so many young people, especially women, idolise Taylor Swift. She is articulate and unafraid to demonstrate her intelligence while also being so kindhearted and genuine. She proves that warmth of personality and being smart and driven are not mutually exclusive and portrays the most amazing feminist values by always supporting and uplifting other female creators!

[Anamika_M]

This is one of the best interviews she has given.

[carleigh]

I could listen to her talk for the rest of my life. her insight, charisma, authenticity, humor, intelligence, creativity - she is just everything and more

[tomasfreitas]

41:00 “i can’t imagine myself directing an action sequence” a year later she releases the music video for i can see you, we just witnessed “funny character growth” and she really is capable of anything

[anisanurraudah]

Finally, a pop star who is articulate and brilliant enough to answer all these film industry-related questions. Well done, Miss Swift!!!

[SJ_ts]

God, she is just so articulate and well- spoken. Her posture, voice and the way she speaks, it's like she is elegance personified, and oh so beautiful. She, herself is a true masterpiece like the music and everything she creates. Her songs really paints quite a picture and captures us into the world of it!! Love how passionate she is, for the work she does and it really shows. What must it be like, to be so gorgeous and confident.

[ZATennisFan]

This lady is the epitome of what happens when a once in a generation talent is combined with an almost Puritan work ethic and commitment to her craft.. Jack Antanoff said it very well:"Very few people who are this good work this hard.."

And also she looks so gorgeous here…

[diva]

She’s now won album of the year 4 times!! I’m so proud to be a Swiftie!

[Alan-tkdy]

It was great interview by Taylor. What also caught my attention was her peaceful tone toward Jake. Calling the character as Adult, Cultivated, Charismatic and problematic who makes charming points and even indirectly telling fans to stop harassing him on scarf thing.

[vgs]

“She is still herself, but she has been changed by this experience.” 🥺 The REALITY of that statement!!!

[swaraapednekar]

I love these interviews where artists really talk about their art, what they created. I mean late night shows are fun, but these kind of interviews man. You can really feel the difference.

[photel]

It's very rare nowadays for a Pop Star and an A-list musician to be a well-spoken, eloquently speaking individual, her throwing little jokes here and there, and you can tell that she's quite enthusiastic and kinda nervous, even her awkwardness added nothing but charms.

[josefinaconsani]

She's so smart and well spoken, lover her

[Huepe]

Taylor is probably the only one singer/actor or other celebrity who says " thank you, nice to meet you!" when a fan says " I love you" all my respect for this woman!!

[nomado]

Such an amazing interviewer: respectful, intelligent, attentive, knows how to listen, not to interrupt. Taylor is ❤.

[speechlessstarlight]

People are always quick to wave her work aside along with other artists of her generation. One day the public will wake up to her achievements. The achievements that place her alongside Frank Sinatra and other greats, the work that shows Taylors journey as a serious artist. The phase of 'this artist is uncool' passes and they are seen for their art and their art only. Her achievements speak for themselves. Sit back and clap.

[liamaximoff]

Genuinely in love with the audience just knowing their timing and when to say things to add to Taylor's humor, this is one of my favorite Taylor interviews of all time