#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “ALOHA” STARRING EMMA STONE + BRADLEY COOPER

This looks just perfect. Hawaii. Emma Stone. Bradley Cooper.  Alec Baldwin. Bill Murray. John Krasinski. Rachel McAdams. And Cameron Crowe!!  You must see the brand new super-cute brand new Trailer for ALOHA!

Official Synopsis:
In Aloha, a celebrated military contractor (Bradley Cooper) returns to the site of his greatest career triumphs – the US Space program in Honolulu, Hawaii – and reconnects with a long-ago love (Rachel McAdams) while unexpectedly falling for the hard-charging Air Force watchdog (Emma Stone) assigned to him. From Academy Award®-winner Cameron Crowe, the writer-director behind such films as Jerry Maguire and Almost Famous, Aloha also stars Bill Murray, John Krasinski, Danny McBride, and Alec Baldwin.

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Sony Pictures Canada release ALOHA on Friday, May 29, 2015.

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#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “CINDERELLA”

We don’t believe that CINDERELLA‘s release soon is before us!  A new Trailer for the eagerly-awaited Live-Action Adaption of the timeless Tale has just surfaced!

Watch the stunning new Trailer:

Synopsis:

The story of “Cinderella” follows the fortunes of young Ella (Lily James) whose merchant father remarries following the death of her mother. Eager to support her loving father, Ella welcomes her new Stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and her daughters Anastasia (Holliday Grainger) and Drisella (Sophie McShera) into the family home. But, when Ella’s father unexpectedly passes away, she finds herself at the mercy of a jealous and cruel new family.

Soon, she’s forced to become their servant, disrespected, covered in ashes and spitefully renamed Cinderella. Yet, despite the cruelty inflicted upon her, Ella will not give in to despair nor despise those who mistreat her, and she continues to remain positive, determined to honor her mother’s dying words and to “have courage and be kind.”

When Ella meets a dashing stranger in the woods, unaware that he is really the Prince (Richard Madden) and not merely Kit, an apprentice at the palace, she believes she has finally found a kindred soul. It appears her fortunes may be about to change when the King (Derek Jacobi) summons all maidens in the kingdom to attend a royal ball at the palace, raising Ella’s hopes of once again encountering the charming Kit. Alas, her Stepmother forbids her to attend and callously destroys her dress.

Meanwhile, the calculating Grand Duke (Stellan Skarsgård) devises a plan to thwart the Prince’s hopes of reuniting with Ella and enlists the support of the devious Stepmother. But, as in all good fairy tales, help is at hand. Soon, a kindly beggar woman (Helena Bonham Carter) steps forward and, armed with a pumpkin, a few mice and a magic wand, changes Cinderella’s life forever.

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada release CINDERELLA on Friday, March 13, 2015!

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#GIVEAWAY: ENTER TO WIN PASSES ACROSS CANADA TO SEE “AFTER THE BALL”

Pacific Northwest Pictures, TVA Films and Mr. Will are thrilled to give Readers in Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Winnipeg a chance to see the fun and fashionable AFTER THE BALL first! The Screenings take place Wednesday, February 18, 2015.

Synopsis:
A modern day fairy tale set in the world of contemporary fashion, After the Ball tells a Cinderella story about Kate (Portia Doubleday), whose dream is to design for couturier houses. Although she is a bright new talent, Kate can’t get a job. No one trusts the daughter of Lee Kassell (Chris Noth), a retail guru who markets clothes “inspired” by the very designers Kate wants to work for. Who wants a spy among the sequins and stilettos?

Reluctantly, Kate joins the family business where she must navigate around her duplicitous stepmother (Lauren Holly) and two wicked stepsisters. But with the help of a prince of a guy in the shoe department (Marc-André Grondin), her godmother’s vintage clothes and a shocking switch of identities, Kate exposes the evil trio, saves her father’s company — and proves that everyone can wear a fabulous dress.

See the Trailer:

To enter to win, simply click “like” on this Post and state your City.

G’luck, Willionaires.

Pacific Northwest Pictures and TVA Films release AFTER THE BALL Friday, February 27, 2015 across Canada.

(Photo/video credit: Pacific Northwest Pictures/TVA Films)

#FIRSTLOOK: NEW STILL FROM “SPECTRE” AND VIDEO BLOG

Sony Pictures have just released this awesome new First Look at Bond 24 Film, SPECTRE!  Here we see Daniel Craig as Bond intensely plotting his next move in the mountains of Austria.

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See a Video Blog chat with Dave Bautista, Lea Seydoux and Sam Mendes and learn why they chose Austria this time around.

Sony Pictures Canada release SPECTRE on Friday, November 27, 2015.

 

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#INTERVIEW: ADRIAN MARTINEZ ON “FOCUS”

You know him quite literally as the Sidekick in pretty much everything. Adrian Martinez has starred in over 80 titles, stealing scenes alongside an A-list Resume of talent including Ben Stiller, Will Ferrell, Christian Bale and now Will Smith in smart new Action-RomCom, FOCUS.

The personable Funnyman was in Toronto recently to promote the Blockbuster which hopes to whet the appetites of Moviegoers craving both tough punches and romance this Valentine’s Day. The Movie centers on an experienced Con Artist Nicky (Smith) and the stunning Jess (Margot Robbie), whom he takes under his wing. Passions flare after he finds himself with conflicting emotions, careful not to let her in too deep,  ultimately the two are torn apart. Fast-forward a few years and the two reunite under the most unlikely circumstances. The bonds of trust are broken and the Story takes us through several unexpected twists and turns. Will Nicky and Jess be able to make it through together, or will danger separate them as the stakes (and risks) are multiplied exponentially as other powerful figures enter the picture?

Chatting with a select group of Digital Journalists, Martinez gives candid responses about the many talented Actors he has worked with, coming a far way certainly since his one-liner debut in an Unsolved Mysteries re-enactment.

Martinez in FOCUS plays the frank, forward and multi-disguised Sidekick Farhad to Smith‘s slick Nicky, one of the few people whom the latter trusts fully. He tells us that truly he connected with this Character. “I read the Script and didn’t see the ending coming. A lot of Movies are formulaic. This one took a lot of nice twists and turns and I wanted to be a part of it”, says Martinez. “Farhad is extremely faithful to Nicky and I am faithful to-the-death to my Family and Friends being a Scorpio, and that was common ground in how to build the Character.”. “He doesn’t know everything, but he knows he has to protect his Boss (Nicky).”.

On how to play a Criminal, he says “You have to be authentic when bullsh*tting. Same thing with acting. You’re using real emotions to sell imaginary situations”.  “It’s similar to being a Con-Man in that regard.”.

But does Martinez consider himself a Character Actor? “I consider myself a Lead Actor in a character suit. Like Wilson in Cast Away” he jokes, “Now he has balls.”. He adds, “Character Actors represent a tradition in acting that you need in Movies.”. “We need these kind of Actors. Not everyone can look like Will Smith or Margot Robbie, so you need these Actors to counterbalance that by grounding and putting it all into perspective.”.

I ask him of the many people he has worked with, just who inspires him most. He equates Will Ferrell much like a “Banker” off-camera – not particularly funny. “The moment he yells ‘Action!’, he is right there with the humour and timing.”. Ben Stiller is commended for what Martinez calls “mind-blowing work ethic”, pulling-in easily 16 hour work days on-set and after the day has wrapped. And although most of his work was cut from American Hustle, he jokes “Thankfully the cheque cleared!”.  “I do still love Jennifer Lawrence.”.

On his experience working with Will Smith, he recalls some fond memories and feeling gratitude. “There was a sense of community and party in the air. Will would start dancing at 3 am around the Superdome (a key scene involves a high stakes Football bet). He brings this relentless sense to every take of ‘I’m really gonna f*ckin’ go for it, man!'”. Martinez recalls Smith‘s gym-equipped Trailer being the size of a block. “He is in another league in terms of work ethic”, he comments on Smith‘s physical preparation for the role of Nicky. “Meanwhile I’m like, do I choose the multigrain bagel or Cheerios?”, he laughs.

Martinez also has high praise for the stunning Margot Robbie, whom he works closely with in a few scenes in FOCUS, crediting her for making “smart choices”. “She was all ‘I’m not gonna let this guy throw me!’ and it really was a Chess Match with her.”. “She’s gorgeous, intelligent and grounded. Awesome like a Jane Bond.”.

Although often we see a comedic side to Martinez on-screen, he reveals plans for something big in-the-works. “Time-Warner and I are co-creating a Project. It’s still funny, but saucy”, he tells us before stopping himself. “I’m not supposed to talk about it, but it’s gonna be good.”.

And speaking of good, word is Martinez is a huge Fan of Poutine! We hear he loved the Pasta Poutine at his Toronto Hotel very much. Honourary Canadian.

Warner Bros. Pictures Canada release FOCUS on Friday, February 27, 2015.

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

#SPOTTED: JOSHUA RADIN IN TORONTO FOR “ONWARD AND SIDEWAYS”

Known on both sides of the Atlantic, Ohio-born Folk Singer/Songwriter Joshua Radin is in town promoting new Disc Onward and Sideways. The acclaimed Artist who many have called “The New Paul Simon“, known best for Hits I’d Rather Be With You, Beautiful Day and Paperweight just last night filled The Mod Club.

We caught up with Radin at a taping of Global‘s The Morning Show, sporting his Cleveland Browns Touque, in great spirits and happy to take a Snap with Billy and I!

See our Snap:

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Did you know also that Ellen DeGeneres and Portia De Rossi handpicked Radin to sing at their Wedding?

See him perform it:

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

#SPOTTED: “THE BACHELOR” STAR SEAN LOWE IN TORONTO FOR “FOR THE RIGHT REASONS”

Most of you know him as the Star of ABC‘s The Bachelor after winning the hearts of Fans in the 17th season of the dating Reality Series The Bachelorette, but handsome Sean Lowe is in Toronto today promoting his new Random House Canada Memoir, FOR THE RIGHT REASONS, a Tell-All about his life and experience on the Show.

We caught-up with the Texan after an appearance on Global‘s The Morning Show, where he was nice enough to stop for a Snap before heading into his BMW. See it here:

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Lowe met with Fans at Chapters Woodbridge where he signed copies of his Book.

More on FOR THE RIGHT REASONS here.

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

#THEATRE: TREY PARKER’S “CANNIBAL! THE MUSICAL” AT PANASONIC THEATRE

Running February 10th – March 8th at Panasonic Theatre, South Park and The Book of Mormon Co-Creator Trey Parker debuts his hysterical new project, Cannibal! The Musical, which just months ago held its auditions in the City.

Featuring a hotbed of Canadian talent including B.C.’s Elicia Mackenzie (CBC‘s How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?) who reunites with her Sound of Music Co-Star, Newfoundland’s Liam Tobin, in this unconventional Thriller-Romantic-Comedy based on a true story. We are proud of our Buddy Lana Carillo who also stars as Yuki!

Official Synopsis:

Cannibal! The Musical follows five miners from Utah who embark on a treacherous journey to stake their claim on land in the Colorado Territory. Led by their reluctant guide, Alferd Packer (Tobin), the group encounters trappers, natives and a whole lot of tom-foolery before losing their way in the Rocky Mountains. When they are found days later, Alferd is the only one left standing, and the Sheriff arrests him for cannibalism – but what really happened out on them there mountains? Intrepid reporter Polly Pry (MacKenzie) is determined to tell the REAL story… that is, if she doesn’t fall in love with the unsuspecting Packer first.

We had the pleasure of attending a Media Preview earlier. What we witnessed was brilliant – Parker‘s signature juvenile whimsicality and outre humour. Fans o the 1993 Cult Classic Film by Parker, will revel in delight at some of the new musical offerings, singing along to tunes like That’s All I’m Asking For and This Side of Me, the latter sung flawlessly by MacKenzie.

Tuesday, February 17, 2015 marks the World Premiere for the Musical, which debuted last night to rousing reception, despite a few minor expected opening night hiccups.

Tickets range from $29.95 to $109.95 at CannibalOnStage.com or Mirvish.com.

Some Photos from today:

Liam Tobin and Cast performing That’s All I’m Asking For:

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Feb 11, 2015 at 10:32am PST

Elicia Mackenzie performing This Side of Me:

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Feb 11, 2015 at 10:30am PST

Elicia Mackenzie, Mr. Will + Liam Tobin: 

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Feb 11, 2015 at 10:27am PST

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

#FIRSTLOOK: “GAME OF THRONES” SEASON FOUR HBO CANADA HOME VIDEO LAUNCH

We had the pleasure of ringing-in the fourth Season of HBO international sensation GAME OF THRONES‘ Home Video launch at the thematically-correct CHILL Lounge earlier tonight.  Temperatures were below-zero inside the Lounge containing Ice Sculptures and fixtures, the Centerpiece tonight being an Ice Replica of the famous Throne from the Series. And yes, I sat in it. YES, I DID.The ever-popular Series’ Fifth Season might not be premiering till Spring, but Season Four’s Video release is timed perfectly giving Fans a chance to re-live and catch-up. We learned Season One in sales pulled-in an already impressive $8 million. Season Two earned $9.5 million. And if Season Three’s astonishing $10 million in sales is any indication, Game of Thrones right now is more popular than ever, trailing only Blockbusters like The Hunger Games, The Hobbit and Frozen, Brian Blazik, VP of HBO Canada and South America tells us.

Season Four’s release packs several interesting surprises including a Roundtable with all those Cast members who were killed off in that Season.  And in celebration of its Video release, HMV Canada also is hosting a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win a replica of the Throne, valued at $30k!

Season Five of GAME OF THRONES airs in Canada Tuesday on Sunday, April 12, 2015. Season Four is available on Home Video Tuesday, February 17, 2015. 

Some of the fun from tonight: 

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

#GIVEAWAY: ENTER TO WIN “NIGHTCRAWLER” ON BLU-RAY COMBO PACK

Elevation Pictures and Mr. Will want you to be mesmerized by Jake Gyllenhaal’s outstanding performance as Lou Bloom in NIGHTCRAWLER. We’re giving away a chance to bring the suspense home on Blu-ray Combo Pack!

Official Synopsis:

NIGHTCRAWLER is a pulse-pounding thriller set in the nocturnal underbelly of contemporary Los Angeles. Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Lou Bloom, a driven young man desperate for work who discovers the high-speed world of L.A. crime journalism. Finding a group of freelance camera crews who film crashes, fires, murder and other mayhem, Lou muscles into the cut-throat, dangerous realm of nightcrawling — where each police siren wail equals a possible windfall and victims are converted into dollars and cents. Aided by Rene Russo as Nina, a veteran of the blood-sport that is local TV news, Lou thrives. In the breakneck, ceaseless search for footage, he becomes the star of his own story.

To enter to win, simply head on over to Mr. Will on Facebook and ensure you throw a “like”. From there you can click the “share” button for an extra chance or Tweet the below:

http://www.mrwillwong.com/nightcrawlerdvd @MRWILLW wants us to #win #NIGHTCRAWLER on Blu-ray Combo Pack.  In stores now!

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The Cast of NIGHTCRAWLER + Mr. Will:

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Elevation Pictures release NIGHTCRAWLER on DVD, On-Demand and Blu-ray Combo Pack, out now!(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong/Elevation Pictures)