ENDINGS, BEGINNINGS Cast and Crew Q&A | TIFF 2019

Reeling from a bad recent break-up, Daphne (Shailene Woodley) finds herself adrift in life. Living in her sister's guesthouse, she regularly witnesses her sibling and her brother-in-law fighting, which only exacerbates the once-idealistic Daphne's growing despair regarding long-term love.
Then, at one of her sister's parties, Daphne meets Frank (Sebastian Stan) and Jack (Jamie Dornan, also at the Festival in SYNCHRONIC). Both are enormously attractive to her, albeit in very different ways: one is the free-spirited bad boy, unpredictable, and always ready for adventure; the other is sober, intelligent, sensitive, and invested in his career as an academic. Unable to choose between these almost polar opposites, Daphne finds herself bouncing between them instead, enjoying the distinct ways each man sees her - it's as though she's auditioning different versions of herself and the life that might be waiting for her. But fate has a way of making decisions for us, and the time soon comes when Daphne is forced to accept that having it all might just be a disguise for having nothing.
Co-scripted with novelist Jardine Libaire, this latest film from writer-director Drake Doremus (TIFF '11 selection Like Crazy, TIFF '15 selection Equals) is a smart, very contemporary character study of a woman exploring who she is, what she could be, and how her choices impact those around her. Semi-improvised, and featuring inventive stylistic flourishes, Endings, Beginnings manages to feel simultaneously loose and clear-eyed, vivacious and profound.

[@dawnalice99]

They're like students in a group who don't wanna explain their project

[@wamalian3546]

Lmfaoo I’m done 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@anahelenaragao]

Hahaha best description ever totally suitable for what I just watched.

[@TamaraKiska23]

I actually lol’d 🤣 so accurate

[@Bozza36]

So accurate. Especially considering the girls are giving deep philosophical answers, while the boys just banter off eachother.

[@yamilaq]

Jamie: i fell madly deeply in love with Sebastian Me: yeah, me to Jamie, me to

[@mg-cx5tv]

Who don't

[@amyr8277]

Exactly

[@yeah-isaidit9081]

same!

[@rozyberger8928]

love you seb

[@AllySpecterlovesJayRoss]

*too

[@mims7861]

LETS BE HONEST WE HERE FOR SEBASTIAN STAN 😂😍 most comments here are of him 😝

[@aslan9334]

Who's that?

[@itsmeGenji]

Aslan9 you’re joking ride

[@itsmeGenji]

Right*

[@afilmbyanna5326]

matthew but i love seb

[@Buyis]

Lol. Dont nobody wanna see Shailene and Jamie

[@daisyy16]

And that was 20 minutes of my life spent staring at Sebastian Stan :)

[@i_violetexpress_i]

Daisy Reynolds 20 minutes well spent

[@sarahgarland3769]

I love how embarrassed Sebastian was. 😂😂😂

[@soph996]

Matthew Gray Gubler had more lines and screentime in this than he did in the whole movie

[@jamirasingss6518]

Hes in this? i haven’t watched it all thru yet

[@jamirasingss6518]

OH SHIT HE IS

[@soph996]

Haha he is It's a really minor part, which is honestly just a shame

[@someoneofexitance6907]

Sebastian in his head is like "kill me please😭😭😭🤣"

[@justpassingby1094]

Everyone talking about How hot the men are but shailene is on another level. A young woman to be admire, very pure hearted and the wisdom she has is beyond her years.

[@yoevr]

She is soo good in this movie. I am now a big fan of her 🙌💖

[@mohadeseshobeiri6315]

I f..ing love her. I look up to her

[@allex1041]

14:44 When Seb successfully made his costar fall in love with him. Again.

[@mariannanocerino3850]

i love how seb was having a whole philosophical monologue and all of a sudden he says “but you got an iphone”

[@suea8264]

Jamie and Seb might be the most adorably awkward actors in Hollywood. They're so precious and adorkable ❤

[@Tanniis]

"I fell madly deeply in love with Sebastian" I can't tell if seb is embarrassed or flattered in that moment 😂 but I feel you, Jamie...I feel you 😅 I have a crush on seb since TFATWS and this movie kinda made it worse 😂 but I don't mind 😁

[@camillers25]

He is very embarrassed and he can’t believe it would be my guess.

[@AndreaAthos]

He can´t deal wih compliments. He gets always shy and embarrassed. It´s the cutest thing!

[@camillers25]

@@AndreaAthos yeah I feel like thats why anthony Mackie compliments him so much. To make him more comfortable with compliments. He seems to take his but gets embarrassed when other people do it.

[@AndreaAthos]

@@camillers25 He even gets still embarrassed when Anthony does it but it got better :D Just like the "more talking" :D

[@camillers25]

@@AndreaAthos yeah true :)

[@9shadesofkai581]

Sebastian is so cute, the way he just zoned Out HAHA

[@ncdark4174]

C.Grey, Winter Soldier and Divergent ?? 🤔 Ultimate Crossover

[@afilmbyanna5326]

and criminal minds

[@louism3643]

Once Upon A TIme.

[@ambervandijk7291]

7:53 "bucky, youre doing the staring thing again."

[@zoerazora]

Glad to see seb get out of his comfort zone -lonely, psychopathic, crazy role- to a seemingly melodramatic average guy. I love him till the end of the line

[@himurahaibara1459]

In my opinion shailene is one of the most friendly co-worker an actor/actress can get, plus she has such a nice voice and interesting mind. Ps: Seb looked like he's gonna go winter soldier at someone. And jamie being hilarious as always.

[@helgageraldine513]

I'm curious about this movie because I don't think I've seen Sebastian in a romantic drama before. And the way they filmed this, improvising, is very interesting to me. Even though I heard a lot about how the narrative or the execution of the story isn't very good, the acting are praised though. Everyone did a great job with their characters. And I only judge a movie after I've seen it, not by critics' ratings. I hope they release it soon.

[@lynnk-j9948]

Just read a good review but looking forward to seeing it bc of the improv and thc storyline.

[@hazlev1229]

Gossip girl

[@Gsibingo]

It’s an enjoyable film but I understand why some critics didn’t like it. To be honest, critics seem to critique films based on the absolute highest standard - and although this film isn’t the best of the best it is very very enjoyable and interesting to watch. And movies like that aren’t less than or less valuable, sometimes you just want to enjoy a nice film.

[@yoevr]

The Movie is AMAZING. fuck the criticts or anyone who ever told us this wasnt a perfect film. 😭

[@daniela-zp3qc]

and that’s sebastian stan the introverted leo 😀

[@laymicordova]

As an introverted Leo, I can related .

[@Laura-jb3ty]

everyone just falls in love with Sebastian BAAHAHAHA

[@marianinariospeluso731]

SEBASTIAN IS SO UNCOMFORTABLE ITS SO FUNNY

[@ksmith914]

you guys were all here for that sebastian guy,while theres me over here for matthew-

[@soph996]

I feel ya So. Much

[@alliewassogood9382]

Sameeee

[@mxserendipity3719]

jokes on you, i was here for seb but was delighted to see mat lmao

[@elliij8877]

I'm here for both of em

[@kejsiapooh8157]

Jokes on you I’m hear for all 4 of them #bipanic

[@333BAYBAY]

Jaime- I fell madly deeply in love with seb Seb- your not Anthony mackie 😂😂

[@zyrhyleevill6790]

Find a guy who looks the way Jamie looks at Seb🤭

[@Ace4975_]

Jamie Dornan & Sebastian Stan 💛

[@cdrewell3575]

Ace Family can’t like this enough...

[@alliewassogood9382]

Not me skipping to MGG, he looks so adorable AGJAYQV😭

[@lidcall0909]

No hate to Jaime but I’d like to see MGG as Jack and keep Seb as Frank and have Jaime as Adrian

[@megantice8495]

Sebastian has RBF 100% and is constantly staring off into space when people talk lol but I ain’t complaining 😍

[@tristenprescott1916]

14:10 SEBS LAUGH RIGHT HERE WAS SO ADORABLE AHHHH

[@italiagray7500]

Sebastian Stan & Matthew Gray Gubler ❤️

[@uwu-pe2nt]

20:28 "I just, I would never condone some of those actions that my character is doing, I mean... ʰᵉʳᵒᶦⁿᵉ?"

[@angedz9347]

Seb is soooo awkward and unconfortable I love him

[@naseebahalqadi7595]

EVERY TIME MATTHEW LAUGHS MY HEART DOES A BACKFLIP

[@raghavbobburi3784]

14:00 Sebastian awkwardness to complements is literally me!!

[@amyr8277]

80% comments:sebastian stan

[@yannie7615]

As it should be 😏 jk , i love the cast.

[@strangesoldier7694]

I'm just another fella of the Sebby Squad

[@hawadiallokane7298]

Great picture !

[@tnknk_]

sebastian is _so_ adorable I'm-

[@NafisaAthiya]

Sebastian's suit is to live for :"

[@margheritamolinari273]

I’m here for Sebastian and Matthew

[@rozyberger8928]

Me too

[@bloopdebloop]

14:13 lmaooooo i can't tell if seb is uncomfortable or flattered here xD

[@KG-xr5no]

Flattered he loved Jamie he talks about Jamie’s accent in another interview.

[@Nazaba09]

Sebastian looks like his mom is in the audience. 🤣

[@LupitaSin21]

Probably both lol

[@louism3643]

Both. Although he seems to be covering himself with his jacket.

[@ayeshiastar7]

Mad Hatter and Sheriff Graham!

[@arpistabanerjee5853]

Finally an OUAT comment!!

[@rozyberger8928]

and bucky barns

[@kristengumm5111]

Yeess

[@yoevr4334]

i always knew that Shailene Woodley was a good actress (cause of all the praices she has been receiving ever since she became famous) but i never watched any of her projects before, and she is really AMAZING in this movie! like, after 5 minutes into the movie i was already in love with her character. And she is so pretty! I'm so glad that my love for Sebastian Stan made me discovered this movie. :3

[@lbdj9367]

5:47 i'm sorry but how is she still breathing with Sébastien looking at her like that

[@lbdj9367]

7:52 he's defenetly zoned out

[@confuseddiluc4972]

@@lbdj9367 *Gets Anthony Mackie screaming Flashbacks*

[@fijiwater1152]

He somehow looks at everyone like that, how are there still 7.5 billion people on this planet

[@confuseddiluc4972]

@@fijiwater1152 your pfp is literally my name lol

[@fijiwater1152]

@@confuseddiluc4972 spongebob sisters

[@billiemarierosado4038]

that guy in front of mgg is making me mad 😭 i got the hots for stan & dornan AS MUCH AS I GOT THE HOTS FOR MGG! NOW MOVE 😹

[@thesimmsgxrl]

Amo como aún y con sus años de experiencia actuando, todavía se nota que sienten nervios al hablar en público, te hace recordar lo maravilloso que es salir de tú zona de confort y vivir disfrutando de la incertidumbre

[@adryeeta.7821]

I love how everyone is here for either sebastian stan or matthew gray gubler

[@Natalie-pu1bi]

Both 😩

[@racheloviatt1046]

8:00 Seb is so zoned out 😂😍

[@Gmrgrl-mb5np]

After watching this, I have more appreciation of the movie and the style in which it was made.

[@p.harshitarao6639]

8:58 its like seb is looking at us as if we asked "bucky"? And he is like "who the hell is bucky"

[@uwu-pe2nt]

Doremus is a genius for this. I'm genuinely interested to see more of him!

[@clawdia1997]

Can't wait to see how this film turns out! It'll be nice to see Sebastian in a romantic drama type film!

[@rushbush.5525]

I am a simple girl I am here for Sebastian stan

[@rebeccafarrera2601]

I love this cast, thanks for uploading it!

[@Grace_h_author]

I’m here for Shailene! Love her and miss her with Theo

[@bbaeby]

The casts are amazing!!! And seb omg ❤

[@Aoi_blues]

Seb was like wishing Falcon to just snatch him out of there 😂 😂😂

[@fromasgardwithlove2257]

Everyone mad over Sebtian Stan, making me feel lonely over Jamie Dornan.

[@kwaghdooatsehe7943]

I love Jamie Dornan.

[@kwaghdooatsehe7943]

I love Jamie Dornan.

[@valentinat.2777]

Jamie is adorable and sexy (but not in this movie)

[@musicandpoetry_8]

Sebastian has a better personality, Jamie is a snooze fest 😴

[@yoevr]

I just saw this movie yesterday and is such a Great Movie!!! The main character is amazing! She is an inspiration, she is so talented!!! The movie Is so sensual and honest. And i fell completely in love with Sebastian Stan, he is soo hot in this movie omg 💖🙌

[@ririannevg]

Where did you watch it? I can't find it on any of the streaming platforms in my country.

[@ririannevg]

@@huncizamira9123 thank you so much! I found it 😊

[@hk9384]

@@huncizamira9123 Could you please tell which app you used, in Playstore there are many HD movies apps? I searched some of them but could not find the movie.

[@hk9384]

@@huncizamira9123 Thanks a lot!

[@myswagobsession]

Boy I’ve missed Jamie Dornan 😭

[@xBeth4x]

I love Sebastian and Shailene so much

[@suheerashaikh5554]

Jamie Dornan 😻😻

[@mattiesitze4840]

ugh matthew looks so good here

[@melina_idris]

JD & Seb.. I love them both.. 😍😍

[@keithc9558]

14:07 how jamie fell in love with sebastian, shailene jogging Suprise of the answer (just find it cute!)

[@MeiZu0606]

Honestly i'm here for Matthew period!💜

[@nanfahkg1601]

Seb zones out a lot. lol

[@thinagarrett]

I think it’s an anxiety thing..if not then it’s a human thing.

[@ellewoods1718]

Literally here just for mgg

[@powerzwerg5566]

I didn't realize that two of my favourite actors featured in the same movie (Stan and Gubler)!😯- and I watched this because of the interesting insight about acting/directing improv..... !!😍

[@vamanosninja4143]

The lady in the long dress gave the best answer to the first question.

[@patriciawarner1274]

I cant wait to see this movie.

[@meandyou00]

I love you, Sebastain Stan, and I can't wait to watch this movie! #EndingsBeginnings

[@livenletlive4639]

All of my favorite people😍how i wish Nicholas Hoult was in this too

[@andikaputri2625]

WE'LL ALL BE DEAD IF HE'S IN IT TOO!

[@sinthatriana7586]

He’s so damn sexy too!!!

[@younghyunii7524]

matthew is awesome.

[@Sjdneuebdins]

I love how we’re all here for Sebastian Stan & Mathew Gray Gubler let’s be ffr!! 🎀

[@sukanyast.2231]

gud, now i know my life have something to looking fw for

[@mafaldas6185]

My favourite actor is in this movie and I don’t care What the critics say. I’m the critic, judge, jury and the executioner 😀to a movie that I pay for👍🏻🙏all the best

[@cdrewell3575]

Mafalda S oooooo who’s your favourite?

[@mafaldas6185]

Letitia Stan - Jaimie Dornan ❤️

[@aloevs706]

Am I the only one actually here for Shailene?

[@lena1989_]

For Shailene and Sebastian❤️❤️

[@dette25]

Thanks for this!

[@AvianDNA]

Sebastian looks so intense

[@AvianDNA]

Jk 5:01 there’s my bb

[@bloopdebloop]

i'm dying for people to watch this because i wanna talk about it !!!!!

[@BrainPowwer]

This movie!!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@sarajett7121]

OUAT reunion!!!

[@shirl4243]

Jamie, no woman is more beautiful than Amelia, please. You two are meant to be together.

[@eshafotedar4559]

Why are you saying this ?

[@titi483]

Love how Jamie gives away the mic hehe get this one bro, havent learned shit. Hahaha. Handsome and smart all in one.

[@anaulum7363]

Here for shailene..

[@tafifillouse]

Jamie 🔥🔥🔥

[@c.w4129]

First fallin in love Sebastian Stan in his movie : The Covenant 😍 and found him this movie romantic, wow! He is bad boy and dangerous but sexy 😆😆😆 Good job for the actors 👏👏

[@racheloviatt1046]

14:00 and on Seb looks so uncomfortable with what Jamie is saying 😂

[@lonelysuburb3204]

14:18

[@andrealozano2257]

I feel like they first gave the role to Jamie but he was like nah I’m done with sex rom,drama movies so he said give me the nice role and said give Sebastian the good role

[@drecelle28]

ye he was first asked who would he like to portray between Jack n Frank before they looked for an actor who will portray the other

[@violeta6402]

I JUST REALIZE THAT HE IS ROMANIAN AND HE PLAYED IN THE SAME MOVIE WITH MGG!LIKE...

[@tashamiel]

looove the movie. love the director. he's the director of Newness and Like Crazy which are great movies.

[@maris6098]

WTF I LOVE THESE PPL

[@chumlanokithan7500]

SEBASTIIIAAANNNNN! 💜💜💜

[@riverandizzy3653]

I LOVE💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 JAMIE 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@amariluna]

I don't know who is more attractive, Sebastian or Jamie. Impossible to decide.

[@farahiccol3424]

20:36 "hErOiN?" lmao the way he says it, like its something that offends him on a personal level, my man is so pure for this world 😂

[@BizouElf]

Sebastian stan and Mathew Gubler on one stage what the hell

[@livia469]

Beautiful movie❤

[@Cloudyfaulia]

"Omg.. Give them a chair pls"