As well as recognition in Toronto, it has been touted as a favourite to win an Ophir Award in September, which would make it Israel’s default entry at the Oscars. It has been put forward for 12 Ophir categories, including best feature, best director, best script, and best cinematography. Tiff’s suggestion that permission from Hamas was required to use the clips prompted outrage and the decision was reversed within days. At the time, Avirch conveyed his appreciation to TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey, saying: “I appreciate everything that TIFF has done for us”. The screening of Our Loves at TIFF 2026 will be the film’s international premiere.