We sat down with Director David Turpin and actors Jessica Reynolds, Eanna Hardwicke and Jack Wolfe about their new film at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival. David talked to us about his idea for the film and how perception plays into it. Eanna talks about how his character was a gift and the reality of the story helped him. Jessica talks about Shel and how she stepped into the role and the safety net her character provided. Jack talks about the fun of figuring out Tiny and how we meet him in the film.
Shot live at Beso by Patria in Toronto.
TIFF interview with the Director & cast of Ancestors
About: Ancestors is a dreamlike drama set in 1980s London, following Beau as reality, memory and fantasy intertwine while he searches for his missing friend. The film is written and directed by David Turpin and stars Éanna Hardwicke, Jack Wolfe, Jessica Reynolds, Rupert Everett and Christina Hendricks.