One frustrated commenter wrote, "Resale tickets add no value to the festival. For context, most TIFF screenings aren't supposed to break the bank. With TIFF celebrating its 50th edition this year, Toronto film lovers are finding it harder than ever to participate in a festival that once prided itself on accessibility. Some suggested solutions include reinstating anti-scalping laws or having TIFF verify transfers to ensure tickets can only be sold at face value. For now, though, many Toronto residents are left watching from the sidelines as resale platforms rake in massive profits.