During the opening night screening at the Toronto International Film Festival, pro-Palestinian protesters caused a disruption by chanting 'Stop the genocide!' The incident occurred at the screening of the David Gordon Green comedy 'Nutcrackers' at the Princess of Wales Theatre. Four protesters walked down the center aisle carrying signs and flashlights while criticizing festival sponsor Royal Bank of Canada, demanding the bank to 'Cut ties with RBC.'
The festival director, who was speaking on stage at the time, attempted to maintain order and urged the protestors to allow the festival to proceed. However, the disruption led to boos from numerous attendees. The protest lasted for a few minutes before security intervened and escorted the demonstrators out of the venue.
