In memory of Festival programmer Ravi Srinivasan, The Toronto International Film Festival® announced today its exciting partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Access Canada for the Warner Bros. Discovery Curatorial Programming Fellowship, a training and development programme that will support Canadian talent who are Indigenous, Black, people of colour, people with disabilities, LGBTQ2IA+, and Francophone members of the aforementioned communities. Running from April 2023 to September 2023 and with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, the fellowship will empower one individual to build and advance their career in film festival programming, curation, and communication through one-on-one expert mentorship.

“The film industry is an ecosystem, and film programmers play a defining role,“ said Anita Lee, Chief Programming Officer, TIFF. “We are very proud to launch our first curatorial programme in honour of Ravi Srinvivasan, our late Canadian programmer who represented TIFF’s commitment to discover and champion diverse stories on screen. This programming Fellowship focuses on equity and inclusion, taking us one step further in transforming how we see the world by growing the next generation of Canadian curatorial talent.”

The successful applicant will become an integral part of the curatorial process, taking on the role of Programming Associate to one of TIFF’s International Programmers for the duration of the 2023 Festival Programming Cycle. With a commitment of up to 25 hours a week over the 24 week fellowship, the Fellow will be supported in the development of both their administrative and stakeholder management skills in order to grow a comprehensive toolkit for the future of their career. Compensation of $15,000 over the course of the fellowship will be paid to the successful applicant to support their learning experience. The Fellowship also includes a complimentary one-year TIFF Membership and complimentary Festival accreditation to the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival.

“The continued diversification of roles of influence, like film programmers and curators, is a meaningful area of opportunity for Warner Bros. Discovery Access Canada to contribute to impactful change in the Canadian industry,” said WBD Access Canada Executive Director, Melanie Nepinak Hadley. “We are thrilled to be partnered with TIFF on this innovative program.”

Over the course of the programme, the Fellow will have the opportunity to connect with a variety of international professionals and build on their knowledge of the Canadian and international film industries. Upon completion of the Fellowship, the successful applicant will have an extensive understanding of film curation, as well as a demonstrable set of practical skills in the craft of curation with which to advance their career.

Applications for the 2023 Warner Bros. Discovery Curatorial Programming Fellowship will be open from Monday, February 13 to Monday, March 13. Visit tiff.net/careers for full eligibility.

For more than 20 years, TIFF Industry has delivered tailor-made professional development programmes, which include curated, bespoke opportunities to fast-track the careers and projects of the next generation of filmmakers, writers, directors, and actors. TIFF Industry provides emerging film industry professionals with critical professional development training throughout the year and during the Festival. Industry meetings and workshops push participants to explore film as a business, and to expand their creative approach.

The 48th Toronto International Film Festival runs September 7–17, 2023.

Apple TV+ today revealed the trailer for the highly anticipated, star-studded drama “Extrapolations,” from writer, director and executive producer Scott Z. Burns (“Contagion,” “An Inconvenient Truth,” “The Report”). Told over a season of eight interconnected episodes and produced by Michael Ellenberg’s Media Res, “Extrapolations” will make its global premiere on Apple TV+ with the first three episodes on Friday, March 17, 2023, followed by one new episode every Friday through April 21, 2023.

“Extrapolations” is a bracing limited series that introduces a near future where the chaotic effects of climate change have become embedded into our everyday lives. Eight interwoven stories about love, work, faith and family from across the globe will explore the intimate, life-altering choices that must be made when the planet is changing faster than the population. Every story is different, but the fight for our future is universal. Are we brave enough to become the solution to our own undoing before it’s too late?

The series stars (in order of appearance) Yara Shahidi, Kit Harington, Daveed Diggs, Matthew Rhys, Heather Graham, Sienna Miller, Tahar Rahim, Meryl Streep, David Schwimmer, Neska Rose, Judd Hirsch, Cherry Jones, Edward Norton, Michael Gandolfini, Indira Varma, Diane Lane, Adarsh Gourav, Gaz Choudhry, Keri Russell, Gemma Chan, Marion Cotillard, Forest Whitaker, Hari Nef, Eiza González, Tobey Maguire, Ben Harper, Murray Bartlett and MaameYaa Boafo.

“Extrapolations” is executive produced by Burns, Ellenberg, Gregory Jacobs, Dorothy Fortenberry and Media Res’ Lindsey Springer. The series marks another partnership for Apple TV+ and Media Res, joining Emmy, SAG and Critics Choice Award-winner “The Morning Show,” and AFI Award-winning series “Pachinko.”

(Photo/video credit: Apple TV+)

Official Sundance selection POLITE SOCIETY is about to hit theatres this Spring. Here’s a look at the Trailer and a new Poster!

Synopsis:

A merry mash up of sisterly affection, parental disappointment and bold action, POLITE SOCIETY follows martial artist-in-training Ria Khan who believes she must save her older sister Lena from her impending marriage. After enlisting the help of her friends, Ria attempts to pull off the most ambitious of all wedding heists in the name of independence and sisterhood.

Focus Features release POLITE SOCIETY in Theatres on Friday, April 28, 2023.

(Photo/video credit: Focus Features)

Today, Netflix and Shondaland hosted a global event for Bridgerton universe super fans ahead of the upcoming launch of Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. During the event Creator and Executive Producer Shonda Rhimes revealed the May 4, 2023 premiere date and a first look at new footage for the highly anticipated six-episode limited series.

A panel discussion with Shonda Rhimes along with cast members Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte), India Amarteifio (Young Queen Charlotte), Corey Mylchreest (Young King George), Arsema Thomas (Young Lady Danbury) as well as taped appearances with Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury) and Ruth Gemmell (Lady Violet Bridgerton) included a conversation about what to expect from the series, how it relates to the Bridgerton universe, the themes it delves into for these beloved characters and how the actors drew inspiration for their roles.

Fans were also rewarded with never before seen clips of the series and a surprise reveal of the first teaser:

Logline: Centered on Queen Charlotte’s rise to prominence and power, this Bridgerton-verse prequel tells the story of how the young Queen’s marriage to King George sparked both a great love story and a societal shift, creating the world of the Ton inherited by the characters in Bridgerton.

Format: Limited Series
Episodes: 6
Showrunner/Executive Producer/Writer: Shonda Rhimes
Director/Executive Producer: Tom Verica
Executive Producer: Betsy Beers
Cast includes:

Golda Rosheuvel (Queen Charlotte), Adjoa Andoh (Lady Danbury), and Ruth Gemmell (Lady Violet Bridgerton) reprise their roles from Bridgerton in this series. India Amarteifio (Line of Duty) plays Young Queen Charlotte. Michelle Fairley (Gangs of London) plays Princess Augusta. Corey Mylchreest (The Sandman) plays Young King George. Arsema Thomas (television debut) plays Young Lady Danbury. Rounding out the cast are Sam Clemmett (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child – West End and Broadway, The War Below) as Young Brimsley, Freddie Dennis (The Nevers ) as Reynolds, Richard Cunningham (The Witcher) as Lord Bute, Tunji Kasim (Nancy Drew) as Adolphus, Rob Maloney (Casualty) as the Royal Doctor, Cyril Nri (Cucumber) as Lord Danbury, and Hugh Sachs (Bridgerton Seasons 1 & 2) as Brimsley (older).

(Photo credit: Netflix)

Today, Prime Video announced the premiere date and released first-look images of Rachel Weisz (Disobedience, The Favourite, Black Widow) as OBGYN twins Beverly and Elliot Mantle for the highly anticipated psychological thriller Dead Ringers. Weisz also serves as an executive producer. The limited series is created, written, and executive produced by Emmy-nominated writer and playwright Alice Birch (Normal People, Succession, The Wonder). All six episodes premiere April 21, 2023 exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

A modern take on David Cronenberg’s 1988 thriller starring Jeremy Irons, Dead Ringers will feature Rachel Weisz playing the double-lead roles of Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes—including pushing the boundaries of medical ethics—in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront. The series’ ensemble cast includes Britne Oldford (The Umbrella Academy, American Horror Story: Asylum) as Genevieve, Poppy Liu (Hacks, Better Call Saul) as Greta, Michael Chernus (Severance, Orange is the New Black) as Tom, Jennifer Ehle (Zero Dark Thirty, Saint Maud) as Rebecca, and Emily Meade (The Deuce, The Leftovers) as Susan.

Filmmaker Sean Durkin (Martha Marcy May Marlene, The Nest, The Iron Claw) directed the first two episodes and co-directed the last episode of the series. Durkin also serves as an executive producer. The directing team also includes Karyn Kusama (Jennifer’s Body, Girlfight), Karena Evans (P-Valley, Snowfall), and Lauren Wolkstein (A Friend of the Family, Y: The Last Man).

Dead Ringers is co-produced by Amazon Studios and Annapurna Television. Alice Birch, who is the series showrunner, serves as an executive producer alongside Rachel Weisz for Astral Projection, Stacy O’Neil, Sue Naegle, and Sean Durkin. Ali Krug is the executive producer for Annapurna Television. Erica Kay, Anne Carey, and Polly Stokes also serve as executive producers. James G. Robinson, David Robinson, and Barbara Wall executive produced for Morgan Creek.

(Photo credit: Prime Video)

The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) announced today its line-up of beloved music celebrations touching down in Edmonton this March. The jewel of JUNO Week, JUNO Songwriters’ Circle Presented by SOCAN & FACTOR in association with Music Publishers Canada returns with a twist, adding Q with Tom Power: A conversation with Simu Liu to the festivities, alongside many more treasured JUNO Week events, including JUNO Comedy Show Presented by SiriusXM Canada, JUNOfest Presented by CBC Music, JUNO Cup Presented by CBC Sports, JUNO Fan Fare, Junior JUNOS Presented by Edmonton Public Library, JUNO Stories from the Studio and more.

JUNO Songwriters’ Circle Presented by SOCAN & FACTOR in association with Music Publishers Canada and Q with Tom Power: A conversation with Simu Liu

For the first time ever, the “Jewel of the JUNOS” will provide audiences with two events in one. The night kicks off with a live interview taping for Tom Power’s hit CBC program Q, where he’ll get up close and personal with global superstar Simu Liu live on stage in Edmonton. CBC Music’s Damhnait Doyle, will then host JUNO Songwriters’ Circle Presented by SOCAN and FACTOR in association with Music Publishers Canada, featuring intimate conversations and stripped down performances from some of Canada’s top songwriters and 2023 JUNO nominees. The performing artists include Contemporary R&B Recording of the Year JUNO nominee Adria Kain, two-time JUNO Award winner Dan Mangan, celebrated country music duo The Reklaws,  multi-Platinum-selling artist, producer, and actor Tyler Shaw and breakthrough indie band Wild Rivers.

• WHAT: An evening of intimate conversations and performances where guests will hear personal stories and anecdotes behind some of their favourite songs.
• WHO: A live taping of Q hosted by Tom Power featuring Simu Liu followed by JUNOS Songwriters’ Circle hosted by CBC Music’s Damhnait Doyle, Adria Kain, Dan Mangan, The Reklaws, Tyler Shaw and more to be announced.
• WHEN: Sunday, March 12 | Doors 6:00 p.m. MT | Show 7:00 p.m. MT
• WHERE: Winspear Centre | 4 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
• TICKETS: Tickets are available at www.junoawards.ca

Fans can stay updated on the full artist lineup for JUNO Songwriters’ Circle by keeping an eye on The JUNO Awards social accounts.

Event Promotional Partner: iHeartRadio and Exclaim!

JUNO Comedy Show Presented by SiriusXM Canada

Hosted by veteran comic Cory Mack, the evening will feature performances by 2023 JUNO Award nominees for Comedy Album of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada, including Just For Laughs regular Courtney Gilmour, Roast Battle Canada’s Jackie Pirico, comedic writer and actor Jon Dore, two-time JUNO nominee Matt Wright alongside producer of Things Black Girls Say, Zabrina Douglas.

• WHAT: Canadians are seriously funny people. Don’t believe us? Stop in at the JUNO Comedy Show Presented by SiriusXM Canada to check out exceptional home-grown comedians delivering the side-splitting sets that earned them Comedy Album of the Year Presented by SiriusXM Canada nominations.
• WHO: Hosted by Cory Mack with performances from Courtney Gilmour, Jackie Pirico, Jon Dore, Matt Wright and Zabrina Douglas
• WHEN: Friday, March 10 | Show 1: 7:00 p.m. MT | Show 2: 9:00 p.m. MT
• WHERE: Rapid Fire Theatre | 10437 83 Ave NW, Edmonton
• TICKETS: Admission is 18+, tickets available at the door and www.junoawards.ca

JUNOfest Presented by CBC Music

• WHAT: JUNOfest Presented by CBC Music is back and once again taking over intimate stages and bustling pubs across Edmonton. For three jam-packed nights, JUNOfest presented by CBC Music will showcase talent, of all genres, from across the country ranging from indie all-stars to dynamic jazz ensembles. Featuring over 50 artists, fans will be able to catch some of their favourite musicians and JUNO nominees in more than 10 venues across the city.
• WHO: Aaron Goodvin, Altameda, Amanda Rheaume, Ammoye, Anna Sofia, Angelique Francis, Aysanabee, Bad Buddy, Bardic Form, Cab’Ral, Cadence Weapon, Cancer Bats, Carter & the Capitals, Celeigh Cardinal, Chad Price, Clayton Bellamy, D’orjay, Digging Roots, Emily Schultz, Evan Redsky, Evil Tongues, Fawn Wood, FKB, Fortunate Ones, Francois Klark, Hailey Benedict, Harm & Ease, hearteyes, HNTR, Jake V/Congregation, K-Riz, LISE, Kaeley Jade, Kate Blechinger, Katie Tupper, King of Foxes, Mama’s Broke, Martin Kerr, Mauvey, Mecha Maiko, Miesha & The Spanks, Morgan Toney, Mouraine, Horse, Odonis Odonis, Purple City Disco, Red Hot Hayseeds, Rellik, Rich Aucoin, Robert Adam, Sargeant X Comrade, SEELO, Sechile Sedare, Shaela Miller,  Skratch Bastid, Sloan, Sydney Blu, Tea G, Teen Daze, The Bros. Landreth, The East Pointers, The Prairie States, The Spanish Flies, The Washboard Union, VERTTIGO and wihtikow, 
• WHEN: Friday, March 10 – Sunday, March 12 | Various shows 6 p.m. – midnight. M.T.
• WHERE: Multiple Venues including: Union Hall, Starlite Room, River City Revival House, Temple Ballroom, Midway Music Hall, The Buckingham, 99ten, The Common, The Chvrch Of John, SOHO, Evolution Wonderlounge, Gateway Theatre, Block 1912, Rocky Mountain Icehouse and The Aviary
• TICKETS: Tickets are available at www.junofest.ca

Event Promotional Partner: Exclaim! 

Junior JUNOS Presented by Edmonton Public Library

• WHAT: Celebrating Canadian music with a special concert series featuring nominees for Children’s Album of the Year and special guests. Families are invited to clap, sing and dance alongside fun music and storytelling.
• WHO: Hosted by CBC Kids’ Janaye Upshaw with live performances by Beppie, Garth Prince, Maestro Fresh Wes Presents: Young Maestro and Keysha Freshh, Splash’N Boots and a virtual appearance by Jeremy & Jazzy
• WHEN: Sunday, March 12 | Doors 11:30 a.m. | Show 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. MT
• WHERE: Muttart Theatre (Edmonton Public Library – Stanley A. Milner Library) | 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
• TICKETS: Free tickets are available at www.junoawards.ca

JUNO Cup Presented by CBC Sports

• WHAT: Passion, practice, and putting on one hell of a show. Music and hockey have a lot in common. This year, JUNO Cup Presented by CBC Sports returns for the first time since 2019. A celebrity hockey game that pits musicians and professional athletes against each other in support of MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity, JUNO Cup Presented by CBC Sports is an event for music and sports lovers alike.
• WHO: Athletes and musicians line-ups to be announced!
• WHEN: Sunday, March 12 | Doors 12 p.m. | Game: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. MT
• WHERE: Downtown Community Arena (Rogers Place)| 10245 105 Ave NW, Edmonton
• TICKETS: Tickets are available at www.junoawards.ca

JUNO Fan Fare
Music fans across Edmonton will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance for some face time with their favourite Canadian artists at this year’s JUNO Fan Fare. Taking place at the legendary West Edmonton Mall, the interactive afternoon features meet and greet opportunities with JUNO nominees, past and present. Hosted by Virgin Radio’s Luke Rodriguez, the fan-centric event will feature photo sessions with decorated Canadian artists including multi-platinum songwriter/producer duo Banx & Ranx, first-time JUNO nominee Devon Cole, acclaimed singer/songwriter Preston Pablo, dance-pop icon Rêve, JUNO Award winning country star Tenille Townes and Tyler Shaw.

• WHAT: JUNO Fan Fare gives fans the once in a lifetime opportunity to meet, interact and take photos with their favourite Canadian artists. This will make your JUNOS experience one to remember!
• WHO:
  • 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. MT | Session 1: Devon Cole, Tenille Townes, and Tyler Shaw
  • 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. MT | Session 2: Banx & Ranx, Preston Pablo, and Rêve
• WHEN: Sunday, March 12 | 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. MT
• WHERE: Centre Stage – West Edmonton Mall | 8882 170 Street NW, Edmonton
• TICKETS: Free tickets are available at junofanfare.ca

JUNO Stories from the Studio

• WHAT: A panel discussion with JUNO Award-nominated engineers and producers. This event gives audiences a look into the creative process behind Canada’s most iconic songs and albums.
• WHO: Hosted by Broken Social Scene’s Kevin Drew with panelists Akeel Henry, Derek Hoffman, Gus van Go, Jason Dufour and Mike Wise
• WHEN: Monday, March 13 | Doors 10 a.m. | Panel 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. MT
• WHERE: Betty Andrews Recital (MacEwan University) | Room 11-150, 11110 104 Avenue NW, Edmonton
• TICKETS: Free tickets are available at www.junoawards.ca

Fans can stay updated on all JUNO Week events by keeping an eye on The JUNO Awards social accounts for new performer announcements and the complete line-up of events.
 
The 52nd JUNO Awards, produced by Insight Productions (a Boat Rocker company), will broadcast and stream live across Canada from Rogers Place in Edmonton, AB at 8 p.m. ET/6 p.m. MT on CBC TV, CBC Gem, CBC Radio One, CBC Music, CBC Listen, and globally at CBCMusic.ca/junos and CBC Music’s Facebook, YouTube and Twitter pages. Tickets for The 2023 JUNO Awards start at $49.00 (including tax plus fees) and are available for purchase at www.ticketmaster.ca/junos, by phone and in-person at the Rogers Place box office.

Charlotte Rampling stars in Matthew J. Saville’s semi-autobiographical JUNIPER, opening in theatres February 24, 2023 in Toronto at Cineplex Varsity Theatre and Vancouver at Cineplex Fifth Avenue Cinemas on February 24, 2023. Expansion to additional markets to follow. Additional markets confirmed as of Feb 13 include Halifax, Ottawa, Victoria, Peterborough, Salmon Arm, Vernon, Victoria, Fredericton, Belleville, and Gravenhurst with more to come! VOD date is April 4, 2023.

Synopsis:

When a self-destructive teenager is suspended from school and asked to look after his feisty alcoholic grandmother as a punishment, the crazy time they spend together turns his life around.

(Photo/video credit: Photon Films)

Today Netflix released the official first look photos of BEEF, premiering globally on April 6, 2023. The Dark Comedy Series consists of ten episodes at 30 minutes each.

Synopsis:

BEEF follows the aftermath of a road rage incident between two strangers. Danny Cho (Steven Yeun), a failing contractor with a chip on his shoulder, goes head-to-head with Amy Lau (Ali Wong), a self-made entrepreneur with a picturesque life. The increasing stakes of their feud unravel their lives and relationships in this darkly comedic and deeply moving series.

(Photo/video credit: Netflix)

Today we get brand-new Character Posters for SCREAM VI!

OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS 

Following the latest Ghostface killings, the four survivors leave Woodsboro behind and start a fresh chapter. In Scream VI, Melissa Barrera (“Sam Carpenter”), Jasmin Savoy Brown (“Mindy Meeks-Martin”), Mason Gooding (“Chad Meeks-Martin”), Jenna Ortega (“Tara Carpenter”), Hayden Panettiere (“Kirby Reed”) and Courteney Cox (“Gale Weathers”) return to their roles in the franchise alongside Jack Champion, Henry Czerny, Liana Liberato, Dermot Mulroney, Devyn Nekoda, Tony Revolori, Josh Segarra, and Samara Weaving.

DIRECTED BY 

Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett

WRITTEN BY

James Vanderbilt & Guy Busick

BASED ON CHARACTERS CREATED BY

Kevin Williamson

PRODUCED BY

William Sherak, James Vanderbilt, Paul Neinstein

EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY

 Kevin Williamson, Gary Barber, Peter Oillataguerre, Chad Villella, Courteney Cox,

Ron Lynch, Cathy Konrad, Marianne Maddalena

STARRING

Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Jack Champion, Henry Czerny, Mason Gooding, Liana Liberato, Dermot Mulroney, Devyn Nekoda, Jenna Ortega, Tony Revolori, Josh Segarra, Samara Weaving with Hayden Panettiere and Courteney Cox.

SCREAM VI arrives March 10, 2023 via Paramount Pictures Canada and Spyglass Media Group.

(Photo credit: Paramount Pictures Canada)

motionball Gala is back and continuing their support of the Special Olympics Canada Foundation. 2,000 guests will head to Liberty Grand for Toronto’s most sought-after gala, which aims to raise $300,000 net for the Special Olympics Canada Foundation in one night. Expect an evening of unparalleled entertainment with 10 acts across two ballrooms, guests can enjoy live music in one room while DJs spin the night away in another. 

Key details: 

• Hosted by Breakfast Television’s Devo Brown
• Attended by many VIPs, elite athletes, Olympians, influencers and socialites
• A silent auction featuring over 100 luxury items
• Red carpet and a photobooth to capture the evening glam
• Open bar

When: Friday, March 3rd, 2023

Where: Liberty Grand, 25 British Columbia Rd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3

Tickets: $135 early bird tickets – $160 regular. Available for purchase here.