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    Last updated: Aug 18, 2026 11:39 am
    A new version of the ɫƵ Events Calendar will launch Wednesday, August 26. All events dated September 1, 2024 and later will be migrated. As part of this process, additions to the current calendar will be suspended at 3:00 p.m. on August 25.

    Tickling Giants

    When:
    Tuesday, April 4, 2017
    7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Where:
    Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts
    Room: Performance Hall
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    Description:

    TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH FILM FESTIVAL

    TICKLING GIANTS
    Directed by Sara Tacksler
     
    In the midst of the Egyptian Arab Spring, Bassem Youssef makes a decision that's every mother's worst nightmare... He leaves his job as a heart surgeon to become a full-time comedian. Dubbed, “The Egyptian Jon Stewart,” Bassem creates the most viewed television program in the Middle East. He has 30 million viewers per episode compared to The Daily Show with Jon Stewart’s 2 million viewers. In a country where free speech is not settled law, Bassem comes up with creative ways to non-violently challenge abuses of power. He endures physical threats, protests, and legal action, all because of jokes. No unicorns or falafel were harmed in the making of this film.
     
    Country: Egypt
    Topics: Freedom of speech

    *Seating for this film screening is general admission

    Cost:
    Student $8 - Faculty/Staff $14 - General Public $16
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