Elevation Pictures + Mr. Will want to heat-up your Summer with some exciting June/July Home Video releases to be excited for! We’re giving away on DVD copies of DANNY COLLINS, THE GUNMAN, ’71 and WHILE WE’RE YOUNG!

DANNY COLLINS

Aging rocker Danny Collins (Al Pacino) decides to change his hard-living ways after receiving a 40-year-old undelivered letter written to him by John Lennon.

He locks himself in a hotel like Lennon did, to try and find out who he once was. He meets a woman who turns his world upside down. As Danny tries to make things right with his long-lost family and himself, this will be his shot at a second chance.
Stars Al Pacino, Annette Bening, Jennifer Garner, Bobby Cannavale and Christopher Plummer.

Out Tuesday, July 7, 2015.

THE GUNMAN

An ex-special forces government contractor named Jim Terrier (Sean Penn) has his past come back to haunt him when his former employer wants him killed.

From the jungles of Africa to the streets of London and the city of Barcelona, Terrier goes on the run on a mission to find the people who want him dead. To save his life, he has to bring down one of the world’s most powerful organizations and face a dangerous enemy from his past in a high-stakes showdown.

Stars Sean Penn, Idris Elba, Ray Winstone, Mark Rylance and  Javier Bardem.

Out Tuesday, June 30, 2015.

’71

It’s 1971. Young British Army soldiers Gary (Jack O’Connell) and Thommo (Jack Lowden) are still in training, learning military discipline as their unit prepares for duty in Germany. When plans change, the two, along with their unit of mostly untested men barely out of school, are dropped into the violence taking place in Northern Ireland.

Belfast, divided by religion and politics, is experiencing unpredictable violence between the Protestant Loyalist areas and the mostly Catholic Nationalist districts whose inhabitants oppose British rule. Gary and Thommo’s squad is immediately ordered to patrol a Catholic area,

Stars Jack O’Connell, Paul Anderson, Richard Dormer, Sean Harris, Barry Keoghan, Charlie Murphy and Sam Reid.

Out Tuesday, July 7, 2015.

WHILE WE’RE YOUNG

Middle-aged couple Josh (Ben Stiller) and Cornelia (Naomi Watts) find their world is turned upside-down when a disarming young couple – Jamie (Adam Driver) and Darby (Amanda Seyfried) – enters their lives.

As Josh and Cornelia begin to spend time with Jamie and Darby, they find the younger spirits inside of themselves, and soon begin to look at life, marriage and the world through younger eyes.

Stars Ben Stiller, Naomi Watts, Adam Driver, Amanda Seyfried, Charles Grodin and Adam Horovitz.

Out Tuesday, June 30, 2015.

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G’luck Willionaire$

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I can’t even look at this.  Too scary!  A new Trailer for the latest installment of beloved Horror Franchise PARANORMAL ACTIVITY, has just surfaced and it ain’t pretty.

Synopsis:
Ryan, Emily and their six-year-old daughter Leila move to Palo Alto so Ryan‘s younger brother Mike, who’s a video game designer who lives with them, can start his new job. However, they quickly realize something is not right within their new house.

See it below:

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY: GHOST DIMENSION hits theatres Friday, October 23, 2015.

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures)

The World is in love with Funnywoman Amy Schumer right now. Here’s your chance to see her first in the hilarious new Rom-Com, TRAINWRECK! Passes are available in Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg and Edmonton! Screenings take place Wednesday, July 15, 2015.

Synopsis:
Since she was a little girl, it’s been drilled into Amy’s (Amy Schumer) head by her rascal of a dad (Colin Quinn) that monogamy isn’t realistic. Now a magazine writer, Amy lives by that credo—enjoying what she feels is an uninhibited life free from stifling, boring romantic commitment—but in actuality, she’s kind of in a rut. When she finds herself starting to fall for the subject of the new article she’s writing, a charming and successful sports doctor named Aaron Conners (Bill Hader), Amy starts to wonder if other grown-ups, including this guy who really seems to like her, might be on to something.

TRAINWRECK stars Amy Schumer, Bill Hader, Colin Quinn, Vanessa Bayer, Brie Larson, John Cena, Tilda Swinton and LeBron James; Judd Apatow directs.

See the Canadian Trailer for mature audiences:

Artwork:

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http://www.mrwillwong.com/trainwreck @MRWILLW wants us to #win Passes to see #AmySchumer in #TRAINWRECK! Out Friday, July 17, 2015.

Universal Pictures Canada release TRAINWRECK Friday, July 17, 2015.

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“The summer of your life is just around the corner.”.

The Cast is back and we’re pumped for the hilarious antics of WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER: FIRST DAY OF CAMP! The eight-episode Series, to stream next month on Netflix unites a brilliant Cast including Elizabeth Banks, Amy Poehler, Bradley Cooper, Michael Ian Black, Paul Rudd, Christopher Meloni, Janeane Garofalo, Judah Friedlander and Molly Shannon in what surely will be our fave Summer Getaway!

See the Teaser:

Gotta love the quick flash of erased sex they threw in VHS style!

Netflix Canada streams WET HOT AMERICAN SUMMER on Friday, July 31, 2015.

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So this Janet Jackson Comeback really is happening and in addition to announcement of her Unbreakable Tour which hits Toronto this September, comes new material. No Sleeep is classic Janet, a laid-back warm-up for what could be one of the biggest returns in Pop Music in quite some time.

Check the Track out:

Janet’s eleventh Studio Disc hits stores this Fall via her own record label, Rhythm Nation Records (distributed via BMG).

What do you think of No Sleeep? Classic Janet or zzzzz?

(Photo/video credit: BMG)

Elevation Pictures + Mr. Will want to take you on a high-octane ride to see BIG GAME starring Badass Samuel L. Jackson! Screenings take place in Toronto (7/6), Calgary and Ottawa (7/8) and Run-of-Engagement Passes will be available in Victoria and Vancouver!

Synopsis:
When Air Force One is attacked by by terrorists, the President of the United States (Samuel L. Jackson) parachutes to safety but winds up trapped in the wilds of Finland, where he must rely on the survival skills of the 13-year-old woodsman who finds him.

See the Trailer:

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G’luck, Willionaire$!

In Select Theatres and On Demand Friday, July 10, 2015 via Elevation Pictures!

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Parks and Recreation Star Adam Scott has been quiet of late and we’re thrilled to have him back!  The dapper Funnyman last graced our city in 2011 walking the Red Carpet for Dramedy Friends With Kids.  After premiering at Sundance to positive reception, his latest Comedy THE OVERNIGHT now is set for release.

The Film centers on a young family who relocate to L.A. They meet another mysterious young family and decide to go on a playdate which takes a turn to the interesting and revealing. Everyone is talking about the prosthetics. Jason Schwartzman and Taylor Schilling star also.

Scott has a busy day ahead doing promotion for The Overnight and in the 6 AM hour was at Breakfast Television where Fans say that despite being quiet, was very kind. He arrived at The Morning Show in the 8 AM hour and was all smiles.

See the Trailer:

Scott‘s Interview on CP24 Breakfast:

Our Snap (with Billy!!):

Billy and me with dapper #AdamScott, in #Toronto for Comedy #TheOvernight, about two families who come together via a playdate, where things get interesting… The #Sundance-premiering Film also stars #JasonSchwartzmann and #TaylorSchilling.

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 22, 2015 at 6:52am PDT

The Archive release THE OVERNIGHT in select cities Friday, June 26, 2015 with additional cities to follow.

More here.

(Photo/video credit: The Archive/Mr. Will Wong)

The City continues to be electrified by starpower and starpower alone this 2015 MuchMusic Video Awards weekend as Stars were spotted both arriving and out and about.  Arriving earlier today were this year’s Host, Ed Sheeran, flying-in on a private flight just in the nick of time to do some last minute rehearsals. He would at the Gala go on to win MOST BUZZWORTHY INTERNATIONAL ARTIST OR GROUP during the Broadcast. Megastars Adam Lambert and Nick Jonas, here to present and  perform respectively, arrived quietly and handsomely also earlier with little fanfare, before facing Fans tonight on the Queen Street Red Carpet outside Bell Media Headquarters.

We spotted several stars today and were extremely happy to find up-and-coming Band ECHOSMITH whom after playing  a show in Virginia last night, made their way early today after some delays. Consisting of siblings Jamie, Noah, Graham and Sydney Sierota, the Band quickly has won my heart with great tunes like Cool Kids and Bright, which have filled our airwaves in recent months.  I am expecting big things of this Quartet, who were all amazingly nice and enthused to be here.

Prior to gracing the Red Carpet, we saw several stars warm-up and greet Fans leaving their Hotel before the Fandemonium kicked into high gear.  Hailee Steinfeld had our fave look in a shimmery cocktail dress, while Bella Thorne was gorgeous in a mesh, lacy red dress – her tousled red curls just flawless.  And of course Supermodel Gigi Hadid would be seen and not forgotten with an asymmetrical pink patent leather jacket with her surname hashtagged across the back, midriff baring in an edgy look fit for a Music Awards show.

But our favourite starspotting today?  Definitely Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy who was seen walking out and about on Father’s Day carrying his adorable son Saint Laszlo, kind to stop for a quick Snap on the street!

See our Snaps:

Hailee Steinfeld:

Such a beautiful girl! Loved this shimmery cocktail dress on #HaileeSteinfeld! #MMVA #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards #MMVAs

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 7:51pm PDT

Bella Thorne + Gregg Sulkin:

New couple #BellaThorne + #GreggSulkin letting one another know it’s time to go after spending quality time with Fans! #MMVA #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards #MMVAs

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 7:46pm PDT

Hailee Steinfeld:

#HaileeSteinfeld heading out to the #MMVA. #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards #MMVAs

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 7:44pm PDT

Tyler Posey:

#TylerPosey heading out to the #MMVA. #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards #MMVAs #TeenWolf

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 7:44pm PDT

Nick Jonas:

#NickJonas heading out to the #MMVA. #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards #MMVAs

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 7:43pm PDT

Gigi Hadid:

#GigiHadid waves at fans heading out to the #MMVA. #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards #MMVAs

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 7:42pm PDT

Bella Thorne:

Gorgeous #BellaThorne heading out to the #MMVA. #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards #MMVAs

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 7:41pm PDT

Peter Wentz (Fall Out Boy) + Saint Laszlo:

With #FallOutBoy’s #PeteWentz and his son #SaintLaszlo, here for the #MMVA. #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 1:26pm PDT

Adam Lambert:

#AdamLambert in #Toronto for the #MMVA. #MuchMusic #MMVAs #Glambert #MuchMusicVideoAwards #TheOriginalHigh

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 11:05am PDT

Echosmith:

#ECHOSMITH, in #Toronto for the #MMVA! #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards #SydneySierota #GrahamSierota #NoahSierota #JamieSierota #CoolKids #Bright #TalkingDreams

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 11:05am PDT

Adam Lambert + Mr. Will:

Kissyfaces with #AdamLambert. In town for the #MMVA. #Glambert #TheOriginalHigh #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 11:05am PDT

Nick Jonas + Mr. Will:

Handsome #NickJonas has arrived! Crooner in #Toronto for #MMVA! #MuchMusic #MMVAs #MuchMusicVideoAwards #JonasBrothers #Jonas

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 21, 2015 at 11:04am PDT

A complete list of Winners here.

More Celebrity Sightings yesterday here.

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

JURASSIC WORLD continues to shatter Box Office records in its second week out for Universal Pictures, earning $106 million this weekend from 4,291 theatres. In its run so far it has made a massive $402 million domestically. also gaining the distinction of being the fastest Film ever to cross the $400 million mark in just eight days!

INSIDE OUT on any other weekend would’ve debuted on-top by a landslide, but it instead opts for a second best placing in its debut with a whopping $83 million for Disney/Pixar from 3,946 theatres. Featuring the voicework of Amy Poehler, Bill Hader and Mindy Kaling, the Animated Feature received a 98% on the Tomotometer, with a stellar A CinemaScore from Audiences.

Former Champ SPY is in third spot this weekend with $9.7 million earned in its third week out for 20th Century Fox. It has made $73.7 million in its run so far.

DOPE opens in fifth spot for Sony Pictures with $5.9 million from 2,002 theatres, after some Sundance buzz earlier this year. It garnered an outstanding 90% on the Tomatometer.

AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON still has hanging-on to the Top Ten in eighth with $2.3 million in its eighth week out for Marvel/Disney. It has made $448 million thus far in North America.

ENTOURAGE rounds-out the Top Ten with $1.7 million in its third week out for Warner Bros.

Now in its 25th year, the MuchMusic Video Awards have been an annual  “Look-Forward-To” for Toronto Music Fans for as long as I can remember.  Although focus in recent years to adapt to a changing economic climate, has turned towards Young Adult TV Programming versus its traditional format of Music Videos mostly, MuchMusic still manages to pull together a Who’s-Who every year.  Okay, we admit the huge marquee names haven’t been there in recent years like Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Rihanna or Miley Cyrus, but few are complaining about this year’s Host, Ed Sheeran, due to fly-in tomorrow to fulfill his duties, all while balancing his x Tour.

Arriving in the City today were a mix of Presenters, who will grace the open Queen Street stage including Bella Thorne, Gregg Sulkin, Hailee Steinfeld, Debbie Ryan, Tyler Posey and Supermodel Gigi Hadid.  Although many were looking forward to seeing her present, Ashley Benson, Star of Pretty Little Liars and Pixels, had to cancel.  Thorne and Sulkin have been said to be dating in recent months and just may be seen tomorrow on the Carpet debuting as a Couple.  Meanwhile Hadid, who has been tired to Joe Jonas after being spotted together here a couple weeks back, flew solo. Her sister Bella already is in the City with her Scarborough-native Boyfriend, The Weeknd, who will be appearing on tomorrow’s broadcast.

Thorne and Hadid created the greatest fandemonium, with Fans circling them for a shot at  a Selfie and most would succeed, some even scoring multiples.. with tongues sticking out, peace signs, duckyface.  You get the picture…

See our Snaps:

Gigi Hadid:

Supermodel #GigiHadid in #Toronto for the #MMVA! #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 20, 2015 at 8:00pm PDT

Debbie Ryan:

#Disney star #DebbieRyan in #Toronto for the #MMVA! #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 20, 2015 at 5:19pm PDT

Hailee Steinfeld:

#HaileeSteinfeld of #PITCHPERFECT2 in #Toronto for the #MMVA! #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 20, 2015 at 5:18pm PDT

Bella Thorne:

#Disney Star #BellaThorne in #Toronto for the #MMVA! #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 20, 2015 at 5:17pm PDT

Gregg Sulkin:

#GreggSulkin of #WitchesofWaverleyPlace in #Toronto for the #MMVA! #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 20, 2015 at 5:15pm PDT

Tyler Posey:

#TylerPosey of #TeenWolf in #Toronto for the #MMVA! #MMVAs #MuchMusic #MuchMusicVideoAwards

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 20, 2015 at 5:13pm PDT

The 2015 MuchMusic Video Awards air on MuchMusic at 9 PM EST.  More here.

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)