"HYSTERIA" AT TIFF 2011

Tanya Wexler in Toronto - August 2011

Tanya Wexler does a fine job with her latest Feature, Hysteria, which had its TIFF 2011 Premiere last night at Roy Thomson Hall. The Rom-Com examines a backwards period in British History when Women unable to suppress their sexual urges were deemed to have Hysteria, which could have resulted in a Hysterectomy if left untreated.

Its Story follows Mortimer Granville (Hugh Dancy) and his failed attempts as a Physician, before being taken under the wings of Dr. Dalrymple (Jonathan Pryce) in treating Hysteria among Women. Along the way, Mortimer meets both Dr. Dalrymple`s Daughters, the outspoken yet charitable Charlotte (Maggie Gyllenhaal) and also, a complacent Emily (Felicity Jones).  After the demand for Mortimer`s treatments exceed his capabilities, he directs his focus towards producing a device which would forever change the way Women view their own Sexuality; known eventually as the Vibrator.

HUGH DANCY AT TIFF 2011 FOR "MARTHA MARCY MAY MARLENE" & "HYSTERIA"

Hugh Dancy in Toronto - September 2011

Handsome and talented Brit Hugh Dancy made an appearance this afternoon at Ryerson Theatre for the Premiere of Sean Durkin's Martha Marcy May Marlene alongside Sarah Paulson (spotted the other day) and newcomer Elizabeth Olsen (younger Sister of Ashley and Mary-Kate).  Signing and taking Photos generously, Dancy just might be spending a bit more time with his Fans later this week as Hysteria, also starring Maggie Gyllenhaal premieres at Roy Thomson Hall on Thursday.

Durkin confirmed to me today that Martha Marcy May Marlene has been picked-up for distribution by Fox Searchlight with a release date slated soon!  Can't wait to see!

(Photo credit: Mr. Will-W.)