"I’m in Barcelona writing a screenplay—a writer cliché, I know. I’ve been here a couple weeks and am at a bar with some friends. We’re at a language exchange, where locals and expats gather to practice the newest language on their list, be it Spanish, English, French, or Catalan. Really though, it’s just an excuse to meet new people. 'You’re from Toronto?' asks one of the locals. 'I always wanted to go. My cousin visited last year and said it’s real cool. People are friendly... and don’t judge each other.' I must admit there’s a certain feeling of pride when someone from a city I think is so interesting, thinks the same of mine. It feels like a dose of street cred, especially because Toronto has always been a bit of an underdog to other global cities. But over the years, there’s been a palpable change in our reputation. ..."
New Yorker
TIFF
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