Paris Hilton Documentary Cancelled!
September 5, 2008
Super star heiress Paris Hilton forced organizers of the Toronto International Film Festival to cancel two screenings of her new documentary. She did it to raise the hype/profile of the film. Paris, Not France - is a documentary that shares a behind-the-scenes look at her life. Two advance screenings were scrapped, because the Paris wants to only host one showing because she believes it will create “more hype”.
Her representative Jason Moore tells New York Post gossip column PageSix
“We wanted to create more buzz - create some hype. We felt the impact would be more extreme if we had one screening. She is a partner with the documentary and will be attending Tuesday’s screening in support of it.”
Festival programmer Thom Powers said that the organizers are not happy about the decisions that are being made but they have no choice but to obey Paris’ instructions. Thom commented on the situation.
“I wish we could do more, but it’s better than not showing it at all.”
I commend Thom and the others on their patience and willingness to work with Paris. Thoughts?


