TIFF 2013: Jason Bateman brings a packed house to the Bad Words party at James Perse

Date September 7, 2013

TIFF 2013 Bad Words party — Photography by Jerod Harris/Getty Images for James Perse

If you’ve ever wanted an excuse to be pushed up against Jason Bateman‘s chest, last night’s party for Bad Words was the place to be. Held in the James Perse Boutique, the minimalist Yorkville shop reached maximum capacity to celebrate the film’s TIFF premiere—which, based on the tweets of fans and critics alike, is sure to be the next big dark comedic hit. (And also the reason why the film’s producers spent just as much time outside the party closing deals as they did inside enjoying the Mexican-themed drinks and treats.)

Bateman—who both stars in and directed the film—stayed at the heart of the party all night long while his lead co-star, Rohan Chand, worked the room. That is to say, Chand made use of the precocious energy that all 8-year-olds have by dashing back and forth through the tightly packed crowd, without causing any of the guests to spill a single drop of Veuve. Also in attendance was comedic actress Kathryn Hahn (who stars in the film) and a mix of local talent, such as Katie Boland, Max Topplin (Suits), Mouna Traoré (Rookie Blue) and Denis Theriault (Seed). All in all, the only disappointment of the night was that I didn’t challenge Jason Bateman to a ping pong match on the James Perse-branded table. That’ll have to wait for TIFF 2014…