We’re sad to hear that FORBIDDEN FRUITS has officially wrapped! This upcoming Horror centering on a group of Momfluencers whose secrets threaten to destroy their carefully-cultivated personas, filmed over a very quick 19 day shoot at Sherway Gardens. How dare they make a film so catered to me?

Meredith Alloway makes her directorial debut in this SHUDDER/IFC Films release which stars a popular Cast including Victoria Pedretti, Lil Reinhart, Lola Tung, Alexandra Shipp, and Emma Chamberlain. You can expect to see this in theatres next year!

We were so lucky to meet Tung, whom we love in THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY. The popular Series based on Jenny Han‘s Trilogy, will see its final season July 2025 on Prime Video Canada!

Super-stoked about FORBIDDEN FRUITS! What a Cast!

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

Today, Disney released the first trailer for Disney’s “TRON: Ares,” the highly anticipated third installment in the groundbreaking “TRON” franchise. “TRON: Ares” is a follow-up to Disney’s 1982 seminal science fiction film, “TRON” and the 2010 sequel, “TRON: Legacy.”

“TRON: Ares” follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, marking humankind’s first encounter with A.I. beings.

The feature film is directed by Joachim Rønning and stars Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan, with Gillian Anderson, and Jeff Bridges.

Sean Bailey, Jeffrey Silver, Justin Springer, Jared Leto, Emma Ludbrook and Steven Lisberger are the producers, with Russell Allen serving as executive producer.

Disney’s “TRON: Ares” releases in theatres on October 10, 2025.

A MINECRAFT MOVIE ‘notches’ a number one debut with an $135 million opening from 4,263 for Warner Bros. It gets a 48% on the Tomatometer. Our Review here.

In second is THE CHOSEN: LAST SUPPER PART 2 with $7 million from 2,313 for Fathom Events. Part 1 debuted last week.

Third goes to A WORKING MAN with $6.8 million for Warner Bros. a tally of $27.3 million over two weekends.

Disney’s SNOW WHITE gets fourth with $5.7 million, a total of $77 million over three weeks.

Rounding things off is THE WOMAN IN THE YARD with $3.7 million, a total $15.8 million in its second weekend for Universal Pictures.

Funnyman Jimmy O. Yang got a huge Toronto welcome, selling-out three shows at Meridian Hall as part of his YANG BIG & TALL TOUR! Yang, known best for his work on Silicon Valley, Crazy Rich Asians, Space Force, 2 Broke Girls, and more recently Interior Chinatown, has built a very loyal fanbase over the past decade spannding Stand Up Comedy, Film and Television.

The Los Angeles-based star received a bit of support on the Toronto leg of his tour, seeing friends Ronny Chieng, Leslie Liao, and MC Jin come out to join him on stage, before leaving the audience in stitches with his hour long set.

Some very special guests also were in the audience Friday night, including Chinese Pop sensation G.E.M., who brings her I AM GLORIA Tour to Coca-Cola Coliseum next week. She is widely regarded as one of the top Artists in Asia. Above that, I am a huge fan of the Songbird, who also happens to be a talented Multi-instrumentalist and Songwriter.

We are thrilled to have met O. Yang, his father Richard, MC Jin and G.E.M. This truly is a who’s who of Asian talent! O. Yang is such a class act, so kind to take time out for a snap, along with his dad whom he has been enjoying Toronto with, including some Dim Sum at Moon Palace and late night bites at New Ho King! The two even made time for fun in to Niagara Falls, in an action-packed visit!

Some quick highlights:

O. Yang heads next to Sacramento.

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

Prime Video announced today the start of production for Vitrerie Joyal, the previously announced Amazon Original series from one of Quebec’s favourite comedians, Martin Matte. The series will launch on Prime Video in 2026.

“This project is very personal and important to me. I’m thrilled to bring this story, inspired by my father’s life, to life. Vitrerie Joyal will be a dramatic comedy, and even very dramatic in parts. I’ve rarely drawn so deeply within myself to write,” says Martin Matte. “I’m thrilled to be working with Prime Video to share this tale of a quintessentially Quebec family with audiences.”

The comedy-drama, Vitrerie Joyal, takes us to the heart of Quebec in the ’90s, a pivotal period when the province oscillated between tradition and modernity. Through the destiny of a first-generation Quebec entrepreneur, who started from nothing to build a prosperous business, an entire era is revealed, between ambition, hope and disillusionment.

The series will be filmed entirely in Montreal between May and July, starring Martin Matte in a role inspired by his father, and showcasing local talent both in front of and behind the camera, with the full cast set to be announced at a later date. The production team includes over 150 actors and members of the Quebec film industry. Vitrerie Joyal is written by Martin Matte in collaboration with his collaborator François Avard, and co-produced by Encore and Matte TV for Amazon MGM Studios.

“Vitrerie Joyal is a funny, poignant and locally-relevant story that represents Prime Video’s ongoing commitment to our Quebec audience,” said Brent Haynes, Head of Originals, Canada, Amazon MGM Studios. “Martin Matte is a uniquely talented and brilliant creator whose vision and personal connection to this story will deliver a series that’s both joyful entertainment and authenticity to our viewers.”

The series continues the investment in Quebec storytelling by Prime Video, including previous series and specials LOL: Qui rira le dernier?, Nuit Blanche, Pendant ce temps en cuisine, Pour un soir seulement, L’ultime gala and Elisabeth Rioux: sans filtre.

Since 2015, Amazon MGM Studios has commissioned over 60 Amazon Original series and films in Canada, including The Man in the High Castle and Upload in British Columbia; The Boys, Reacher, and The Expanse in Ontario; Tales from the Loop in Manitoba; as well as parts of Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, The Sticky, Three Pines, and The Voyeurs in Quebec.

Poised for a breakthrough year, Juno Award-nominated feel-good duo Crash Adams return with energetic pop anthem “Karaoke” out now via Warner Music Canada / Warner Records. As their first release of 2025, it has all the makings of a major smash for the pair—aka Rafaele Massarelli and Vince Sasso—and affirms their “Artist To Watch” status.

Watch the accompanying music video HERE:

“Karaoke” shuffles straight to the center of the dancefloor. A thick bassline thumps in between handclaps decked out in glittery disco vibes. Funky guitar underlines the immediately irresistible refrain as the guys issue a cheeky invitation, “Let’s do karaoke on the west side. I want to hit every note with you.” It climaxes with an impossible-to-shake chant.

Meanwhile, the accompanying visual is every bit as vibrant and vital as the track itself. “Karaoke” lives up to its name, and you’ll definitely be singing along with Crash Adams! .

About the single, the band shared, “At its core, ‘Karaoke’ is about letting go and having fun, but as we wrote it, we realized it also reflects the chemistry between two people. Singing together—hitting the highs and lows—became a metaphor for connection—how music pulls people together and creates moments you don’t want to end.”

With the release of their debut EP Crashing Into Your Living Room, Vol. 1, the band continued to reach new heights, amassing more than 10 million YouTube subscribers and 1.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone. The pop hitmakers have captivated fans around the globe – touring across North America, Dubai, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines – while being named one of the top artists on TikTok Canada (2023) and earning a Juno Nomination for Group of the Year (2025).

Crash Adams’ music has the same kind of mood-lifting power as a hit of pure dopamine. Their cinematic, larger-than-life songs relay a potent, effective mix of adrenaline, nostalgia, and hard-earned gratitude. The duo have an impressive knack for storytelling, citing art-pop acts like The 1975 and country music acts like Dan + Shay as their inspiration for writing tracks that tug at listeners’ heart strings and remind them how beautiful daily experiences can be, given the right framing.

THE SMASHING MACHINE is coming to theatres this Fall, October 3, 2025 via VVS Films, reuniting Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt.

Written, directed and produced by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne Johnson and Academy Award-nominated Emily Blunt.

THE SMASHING MACHINE is a drama based on the story of Mark Kerr (Dwayne Johnson), the legendary MMA fighter from the no-holds-barred era of the UFC at the peak of his career, as he questions himself and struggles with life and his relationships. While Mark’s girlfriend, Dawn Staples (Emily Blunt) struggles as well to find her place in Mark’s chaotic and contradictory world.

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About Mark Kerr

Mark Kerr is an American former wrestler and mixed martial artist. During his MMA career he was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion, World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner, a PRIDE FC Heavyweight Champion, 1992 NCAA National Wrestling Champion, 1994 National Freestyle Champion and 4x ADCC World Submission Champion. In 2003, Kerr was the subject of an HBO documentary titled THE SMASHING MACHINE, which detailed his MMA career fighting in Vale Tudo, the UFC and PRIDE

Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of “Azizam”. A Persian term of endearment that means “my dear” or “my beloved,” Ed’s new song is a return to joy, to light, to love and to fun!

“Azizam” began as a meeting of minds in the studio with Swedish/Iranian producer Ilya Salmanzadeh (Ariana Grande, Charli XCX, Ellie Goudling, Sam Smith). Driven by Ed’s relentless curiosity they soon realised how much Persian and Irish folk music have in common and how only Ed could set those influences in a pop context. The result is a hedonistic technicolor call to action to live the moment “in between the dancing lights” on the dancefloor until the Sun rises. A celebration of cross-cultural collaborations brought to life, this rhythmic pop song is about the universality of emotion.

Ed said…“Even though it’s completely different to anything that I’ve ever done before, Azizam feels familiar to me. I wanted to create a party atmosphere in a song and Ilya Salmanzadeh, who I worked with on the track, helped bring that to life. He was so inspiring to work with.”

In the video accompanying the single release, Ed embarks on a journey across the US and UK with a pink, heart-shaped balloon in tow. He takes in the sights of New York from an iconic yellow taxi, cruises through Los Angeles in a classic open-top car, and braves the elements in rural Massachusetts. Along the way, he leads a street party in New Orleans and makes stops in Boston and Nashville. And, of course, no trip would be complete without a visit to his beloved Ipswich Town FC. Watch Here

After closing the chapter on his Mathematics era, Ed Sheeran is finally back and stepping boldly into a fresh new phase for 2025. An artist who has continuously pushed himself, and his craft, into new territory, Sheeran has collaborated with producers and writers from across the globe on his upcoming album, which promises to be one of the years defining pop records (details of which will be released soon).

Prime Video expands its investment to Quebec’s entertainment landscape with today’s announcement of two major unscripted productions: the greenlight of international format, Karaoké Club, with Stéphane Rousseau as host, as well as the renewal of its hit series LOL: Qui Rira Le Dernier?, for its fourth season, with Patrick Huard returning as host. Both series are produced by Attraction and will film in Montreal.

Karaoké Club, a new Amazon Original adapted from a successful international format, will feature celebrities invited to participate in a one-of-a-kind karaoke competition filled with entertaining challenges during a wild night of performances. As the night progresses, some celebrities will be kicked out of the Club, while new arrivals will shake up the dynamics.

“I’m delighted to be hosting and taking part in this crazy adventure on Prime Video,” says Stéphane Rousseau. “Karaoké Club will be a celebration of the pleasure of singing without restraint or taking ourselves too seriously. I can’t wait to see our artists dive into this unique competition where attitude counts as much as the voice!”

LOL: Qui Rira Le Dernier? will also return to Prime Video with a sensational season 4. Patrick Huard returns as host for this original comedy series that uses 45 cameras to capture all the hilarious moments during an unpredictable six-hour competition. The series follows a select group of established comedy stars, actors and fan favourites who bring various styles to the table, including stand-up, character, improvisational, and physical comedy. LOL: Qui Rira Le Dernier? is the Quebec adaptation of Documental, the successful Japanese Amazon Original series created by and starring Hitoshi Matsumoto and owned by Yoshimoto Kogyo.

“The show’s unique concept has already given us some cult moments. Who could forget Christine Morency’s fart in season 1 or Réal Béland’s legendary ‘Y reste 10 minutes’ in season 3? Each season is crazier than the last. I’m almost afraid of season 4,” says Patrick Huard.

In addition to being a must-see for comedy fans, LOL: Qui Rira Le Dernier? continues its philanthropic commitment by donating $100,000 to a charity chosen by the winner of each season. To date, the show has supported Clowns Thérapeutiques Saguenay, Le Regroupement des Auberges du cœur, Fondation Sunny and Autisme Centre-du-Québec.

Both series are produced by Attraction for Amazon MGM Studios. The two series bring together over 200 artists and craftspeople from the region, and supports over 40 local suppliers with each season.

“We’re delighted to be working with Amazon MGM Studios again on these two major productions,” notes Richard Speer, president of Attraction. “These projects are a testament to the dynamism and creativity of our industry, and we look forward to providing Prime Video subscribers with moments of pure entertainment

The two series continue the investment in French-language content by Prime Video, including previous series and specials Nuit Blanche, Pendant ce temps en cuisine, Pour un soir seulement, L’ultime gala and Elisabeth Rioux: sans filtre.

Since 2015, Amazon MGM Studios has commissioned over 60 Amazon Original series and films in Canada, including The Man in the High Castle and Upload in British Columbia; The Boys, Reacher, and The Expanse in Ontario; Tales from the Loop in Manitoba; as well as parts of Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, The Sticky, Three Pines, and The Voyeurs in Quebec.

The release dates for Karaoké Club and the new season of LOL: Qui Rira Le Dernier will be announced at a later date.

PARAMOUNT PICTURES BROUGHT THE STAR POWER AT THEIR 2025 CINEMACON PRESENTATION YESTERDAY!

IN ATTENDANCE WERE:

STAR/PRODUCER TOM CRUISE AND DIRECTOR/WRITER/PRODUCER CHRISTOPHER McQUARRIE FROM MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING

CHANNING TATUM FROM ROOFMAN

GLEN POWELL, COLMAN DOMINGO, JOSH BROLIN, DIRECTOR/PRODUCER EDGAR WRIGHT, PRODUCER SIMON KINBERG and PRODUCER NIRA PARK FROM THE RUNNING MAN

MARK HAMILL and TOM KENNY FROM THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS

ALSO IN ATTENDANCE:

BRIAN ROBBINS, CO-CEO OF PARAMOUNT GLOBAL; PRESIDENT AND CEO OF PARAMOUNT PICTURES

CHRIS ARONSON, PRESIDENT OF DOMESTIC THEATRICAL DISTRIBUTION, PARAMOUNT PICTURES

RAMSEY NAITO, PRESIDENT OF PARAMOUNT ANIMATION

ALSO RECEIVING HONOURS AT THE CINEMACON BIG SCREEN ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS:

GLEN POWELL RECEIVES CINEMACON® STAR OF THE YEAR AWARD

CHANNING TATUM RECEIVES CINEMACON® DISTINGUISHED DECADE OF ACHIEVEMENT IN FILM AWARD

MARK HAMILL RECEIVES CINEMACON® ICON AWARD