Celebrity watchers, get your cameras ready.

The final programming announcements for September’s Toronto International Film Festival were unveiled Tuesday and, as usual, this year’s event will attract a parade of famous faces to the city.

Brad Pitt, John Malkovich and Tilda Swinton are all expected to attend in support of their new movie, “Burn After Reading.” The Coen brothers-directed film was one of 11 gala screenings just added to the festival lineup.

Meanwhile, Queen Latifah, Jennifer Hudson, Dakota Fanning and Alicia Keys will be on hand to promote their movie, “The Secret Life of Bees,” based on Sue Monk Kidd’s 2003 novel.

And look for The Edge, Jimmy Page and Jack White to walk the red carpet for the premiere of “It Might Get Loud.” The documentary explores the history of the electric guitar and puts a spotlight on the three rock musicians.

In total, organizers announced the names of 500 guests who are expected to attend the festival. They range from Hollywood A-listers (Charlize Theron, Spike Lee) to international stars (Preity Zinta, Wong Kar Wai).

The last-minute lineup additions bring the number of films that will be screened to 312. They come from 64 countries and include 237 features.

As previously reported, the festival will open with “Passchendaele,” Canadian actor-filmmaker Paul Gross’s First World War drama.

It will close with “Stone of Destiny,” a Scottish heist comedy based on a true story.

The 33rd annual Toronto International Film Festival runs from Sept. 4 to 13.






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