#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN ADVANCE PASSES TO SEE “EMPIRE OF LIGHT”

Searchlight Pictures x Mr. Will are thrilled to give Readers a chance to win Advance Passes to see TIFF ’22 selection, EMPIRE OF LIGHT from visionary Director Sam Mendes.

Screenings take place as follows Wednesday, December 7, 2022:

• Toronto: Cineplex Varsity at 7:30 pm
• Montreal: Cineplex Forum at 7:30 pm 
• Vancouver: Fifth Avenue at 7:00 pm 

Synopsis:

From Academy Award®-winning director and writer Sam Mendes, EMPIRE OF LIGHT is a moving drama about the power of human connection during turbulent times. Set in and around a faded old cinema in an English coastal town in the early 1980s, it follows Hilary (Olivia Colman) a cinema manager struggling with her mental health, and Stephen (Micheal Ward), a new employee who longs to escape this provincial town in which he faces daily adversity. Both Hilary and Stephen find a sense of belonging through their unlikely and tender relationship and come to experience the healing power of music, cinema, and community.

To enter for a chance to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK and indicate in the comments there your City. Re-Tweet the Contest Tweet below for an extra chance.

Enter for a chance to #win Advance Passes to see TIFF '22 selection EMPIRE OF LIGHT in Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal.

Details: https://t.co/wYzNzLApK3 pic.twitter.com/UhW1R6gr20

— MR. WILL WONG 📸 (@mrwillw) November 24, 2022

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Searchlight Pictures release EMPIRE OF LIGHT in theatres December 9, 2022.

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#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN ADVANCE PASSES TO SEE “VIOLENT NIGHT”

Universal Pictures Canada x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win Advance Passes to see VIOLENT NIGHT.

Advance screenings will be held Wednesday, November 30, 2022 in:

Toronto: Scotiabank Theatre at 7:00 pm
Montreal: Scotiabank Theatre at 7:00 pm

Synopsis:

To hell with “all is calm.”

From 87North, the bare-knuckle producers of Nobody, John Wick, Atomic Blonde, Deadpool 2, Bullet Train and Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw comes a coal-dark holiday action-comedy that says you should always bet on red.

When a team of mercenaries breaks into a wealthy family compound on Christmas Eve, taking everyone inside hostage, the team isn’t prepared for a surprise combatant: Santa Claus (David Harbour, Black Widow, Stranger Things series) is on the grounds, and he’s about to show why this Nick is no saint.

The film also stars Emmy winner John Leguizamo (John Wick), Cam Gigandet (Without Remorse), Alex Hassell (Cowboy Bebop), Alexis Louder (The Tomorrow War), Edi Patterson (The Righteous Gemstones) and Beverly D’Angelo (National Lampoon’s Vacation franchise). 

Directed by razor-edged Norwegian director Tommy Wirkola (Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters, Dead Snow franchise), Violent Night is produced by 87North’s Kelly McCormick David Leitch and Guy Danella. The original screenplay is by Pat Casey & Josh Miller, the writers of Sonic the Hedgehog. The film’s executive producer is Marc S. Fischer. 

Genre: Action Comedy 
Cast: David Harbour, John Leguizamo, Cam Gigandet, Alex Hassell, Alexis Louder, Edi Patterson and Beverly D’Angelo
Directed by: Tommy Wirkola 
Screenplay by: Pat Casey & Josh Miller 
Producers: Kelly McCormick, David Leitch, Guy Danella
Executive Producers: Marc S. Fischer

To enter for a chance to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK and indicate your City in the comments there. Re-Tweet the below Contest Tweet for another chance!

Enter for a chance to #win Advance Passes to see #ViolentNight in Toronto and Montreal.https://t.co/mrbllHaZ7s pic.twitter.com/V4rC8ahOvb

— MR. WILL WONG 📸 (@mrwillw) November 24, 2022

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Universal Pictures Canada release VIOLENT NIGHT December 2, 2022.

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#SPOTTED: CHRISTINE QUINN IN TORONTO FOR REALITY+ CONFERENCE

Though fans of SELLING SUNSET certainly are missing Christine Quinn, the charismatic and fashionable beauty is very busy building her own brand. She was in-town this week for the REALiTY+ Conference, giving those in the real estate industry a chance to network and get access to the biggest industry leaders, speaking to emerging trends.

Quinn got propelled to the spotlight on the mentioned popular Netflix Reality Series as Real Estate Agent Chrishell Stause‘s biggest competition within the Oppenheim Group. She brought the drama, but also was very good at her job selling luxurious homes and properties.

Can we tell you just how lovely she is? Meeting Quinn was everything, greeting us with a hug, taking her time to chat. She really loves Toronto and regrets she didn’t get a chance to meet Bill Clinton who appeared a day prior to her at the Conference. And she also called-out how we were “twinning”. My coat matching that one she donned in her re-creation of Sharon Stone‘s interrogation scene in Basic Instinct. She is everything. An even bigger fan of her now!

Some Snaps to share:

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

#SPOTTED: MÅNESKIN IN TORONTO “THE LOUD KIDS TOUR”

Italian Rock Outfit Måneskin have their eyes set on world domination and they are well on their way! After finding success in their native Italy and throughout Europe, they exploded stateside with first single “Beggin‘” which peaked at the Top Ten on the Canadian Hot 100 and Top Twenty on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. The Quartet consisting of Damiano David, Victoria De Angelis, Thomas Raggi and Ethan Torchio, have been able to follow-up on their success with singles “Supermodel” which has been a hit for them globally and now their current single, Rock Ballad “The Loneliest” starting to gain traction. Adore this song.

Hot off just winning an American Music Award this weekend for Best Rock Song for “Beggin‘” before jetting back to the City to play two consecutive sold-out shows at History as part of their THE LOUD KIDS TOUR. They also have been nominated for Best New Artist at the upcoming 65th Grammy Awards and deservedly so. They make amazing music and so exciting to watch!

Måneskin are prepping the release of their debut English LP “Rush!“, which is out via Sony Music Canada January 20, 2023, which will feature their current Tour’s same-titled track.

So thrilled to meet the Band and they are just amazing to fans and so giving, this their first visit to Toronto and in their stay, they even had time to visit Niagara Falls for some scenic views! While their Toronto stay saw them doing tons of Press between shows, they were able to take in a movie night in Montreal ahead of their show there a MTELUS.

Some Snaps from our interaction:

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#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN PASSES TO AN ADVANCE SCREENING OF “ALL THE BEAUTY AND THE BLOODSHED”

Elevation Pictures x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win Advance Passes to see Academy Award-winning Director Laura Poitras’ latest film, ALL THE BEAUTY AND THE BLOODSHED. The Documentary contains rare footage of Photgrapher and Activist Nan Goldin.

Details:

TIFF Bell Lightbox
Date: November 29 at 7pm

To enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK. Re-Tweet this Contest Tweet below for another chance.

Enter for a chance to see ALL THE BEAUTY AND BLOODSHED in Toronto at @TIFF_NET Bell Lightbox. This is the latest film by Academy Award winner Laura Poitras.https://t.co/9Pzf0Pepxi pic.twitter.com/xRjSheqla3

— MR. WILL WONG 📸 (@mrwillw) November 24, 2022

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Elevation Pictures release ALL THE BEAUTY AND THE BLOODSHED December 2, 2022.

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#FIRSTLOOK: 2023 FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARD NOMINEES ANNOUNCED

Nominations were announced today for the 38th Annual FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS, set to take place March 4, 2023 in Santa Monica, California! The announcements were hosted by Raul Castillo (The Inspection) and Taylour Paige (Zola). Leading the pack with eight nominations this year is EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE!

Nominees are as follows:

BEST FEATURE (Award given to the producer)

Bones and All
Producers: Timothée Chalamet, Francesco Melzi d’Eril, Luca Guadagnino, David Kajganich, Lorenzo Mieli, Marco Morabito, Gabriele Moratti, Theresa Park, Peter Spears

Everything Everywhere All At Once
Producers: Daniel Kwan, Mike Larocca, Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Daniel Scheinert, Jonathan Wang

Our Father, the Devil
Producers: Ellie Foumbi, Joseph Mastantuono

Tár
Producers: Todd Field, Scott Lambert, Alexandra Milchan

Women Talking
Producers: Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Frances McDormand

BEST FIRST FEATURE (Award given to director and producer)

Aftersun
Director: Charlotte Wells
Producers: Mark Ceryak, Amy Jackson, Barry Jenkins, Adele Romanski

Emily the Criminal
Director: John Patton Ford
Producers: Tyler Davidson, Aubrey Plaza, Drew Sykes

The Inspection
Director: Elegance Bratton
Producers: Effie T. Brown, Chester Algernal Gordon

Murina
Director: Antoneta Alamat Kusijanović
Producers: Danijel Pek, Rodrigo Teixeira

Palm Trees and Power Lines
Director/Producer: Jamie Dack
Producer: Leah Chen Baker

JOHN CASSAVETES AWARD (Given to the best feature made for under $1,000,000; Award given to the writer, director, and producer)

The African Desperate
Writer/Director/Producer: Martine Syms
Writer/Producer: Rocket Caleshu
Producer: Vic Brooks

The Cathedral
Writer/Director: Ricky D’Ambrose
Producer: Graham Swon

Holy Emy
Writer/Director: Araceli Lemos
Writer/Producer: Giulia Caruso
Producers: Mathieu Bompoint, Ki Jin Kim, Konstantinos Vassilaros

A Love Song
Writer/Director/Producer: Max Walker-Silverman
Producers: Jesse Hope, Dan Janvey

Something in the Dirt
Writer/Director/Producer: Justin Benson
Director/Producer: Aaron Moorhead
Producer: David Lawson Jr.

BEST DIRECTOR

Todd Field
Tár

Kogonada
After Yang

Daniel Kwan & Daniel Scheinert
Everything Everywhere All At Once

Sarah Polley
Women Talking

Halina Reijn
Bodies Bodies Bodies

BEST SCREENPLAY

Lena Dunham
Catherine Called Birdy

Todd Field
Tár

Kogonada
After Yang

Daniel Kwan & Daniel Scheinert
Everything Everywhere All At Once

Sarah Polley
Women Talking

BEST FIRST SCREENPLAY

Joel Kim Booster
Fire Island

Jamie Dack, Audrey Findlay; Story by Jamie Dack
Palm Trees and Power Lines

K.D. Dávila
Emergency

Sarah DeLappe, Story by Kristen Roupenian
Bodies Bodies Bodies

John Patton Ford
Emily the Criminal

BEST LEAD PERFORMANCE

Cate Blanchett
Tár

Dale Dickey
A Love Song

Mia Goth
Pearl

Regina Hall
Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.

Paul Mescal
Aftersun

Aubrey Plaza
Emily the Criminal

Jeremy Pope
The Inspection

Andrea Riseborough
To Leslie

Taylor Russell
Bones and All

Michelle Yeoh
Everything Everywhere All At Once

BEST SUPPORTING PERFORMANCE

Jamie Lee Curtis
Everything Everywhere All At Once

Brian Tyree Henry
Causeway

Nina Hoss
Tár

Brian d’Arcy James
The Cathedral

Ke Huy Quan
Everything Everywhere All At Once

Trevante Rhodes
Bruiser

Theo Rossi
Emily the Criminal

Mark Rylance
Bones and All

Jonathan Tucker
Palm Trees and Power Lines

Gabrielle Union
The Inspection

BEST BREAKTHROUGH PERFORMANCE (New Award)

Frankie Corio
Aftersun

Gracija Filipović
Murina

Stephanie Hsu
Everything Everywhere All At Once

Lily McInerny
Palm Trees and Power Lines

Daniel Zolghadri
Funny Pages

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

Florian Hoffmeister
Tár

Hélène Louvart
Murina

Gregory Oke
Aftersun

Eliot Rockett
Pearl

Anisia Uzeyman
Neptune Frost

BEST EDITING

Ricky D’Ambrose
The Cathedral

Dean Fleischer Camp, Nick Paley
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On

Blair McClendon
Aftersun

Paul Rogers
Everything Everywhere All At Once

Monika Willi
Tár

ROBERT ALTMAN AWARD (Given to one film’s director, casting director, and ensemble cast)

Women Talking
Director: Sarah Polley
Casting Directors: John Buchan, Jason Knight
Ensemble Cast: Shayla Brown, Jessie Buckley, Claire Foy, Kira Guloien, Kate Hallett, Judith Ivey, Rooney Mara, Sheila McCarthy, Frances McDormand, Michelle McLeod, Liv McNeil, Ben Whishaw, August Winter

BEST DOCUMENTARY (Award given to the director and producer)

All That Breathes
Director/Producer: Shaunak Sen
Producers: Teddy Leifer, Aman Mann

All the Beauty and the Bloodshed
Director/Producer: Laura Poitras
Producers: Howard Gertler, Nan Goldin, Yoni Golijov, John Lyons

A House Made of Splinters
Director: Simon Lereng Wilmont
Producers: Monica Hellström

Midwives
Director/Producer: Snow Hnin Ei Hlaing
Producers: Mila Aung-Thwin, Ulla Lehmann, Bob Moore

Riotsville, U.S.A.
Director: Sierra Pettengill
Producers: Sara Archambault, Jamila Wignot

BEST INTERNATIONAL FILM (Award given to the director)

Corsage
Austria/Luxembourg/France/Belgium/Italy/England
Director: Marie Kreutzer

Joyland
Pakistan/USA
Director: Saim Sadiq

Leonor Will Never Die
Philippines
Director: Martika Ramirez Escobar

Return to Seoul
Cambodia
Director: Davy Chou

Saint Omer
France
Director: Alice Diop

PRODUCERS AWARD presented by Bulleit Frontier Whiskey – The Producers Award, now in its 26th year, honors emerging producers who, despite highly limited resources, demonstrate the creativity, tenacity and vision required to produce quality independent films.

Liz Cardenas

Tory Lenosky

David Grove Churchill Viste

SOMEONE TO WATCH AWARD – The Someone to Watch Award, now in its 29th year, recognizes a talented filmmaker of singular vision who has not yet received appropriate recognition.

Adamma Ebo
Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.

Nikyatu Jusu
Nanny

Araceli Lemos
Holy Emy

TRUER THAN FICTION AWARD – The Truer Than Fiction Award, now in its 28th year, is presented to an emerging director of non-fiction features who has not yet received significant recognition.

Isabel Castro
Mija

Reid Davenport
I Didn’t See You There

Rebeca Huntt
Beba

The Film Independent Spirit Awards are supported by the Official Spirit, Bulleit Frontier Whiskey, and the Official Water, FIJI Water. Getty Images is the Official Photographer.

More here.

#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN ADVANCE PASSES TO SEE “THE INSPECTION”

levelFILM and Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to see TIFF ’22 selection THE INSPECTION, which has won raves on the Festival circuit.

The Screening takes places November 30, 2022 in Toronto at Cineplex Cinemas Varsity at 8:00 PM.

To enter for a chance to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK. Re-Tweet the Contest Tweet below for an extra chance.

Enter for a chance to #win Advance Passes to see THE INSPECTION in Toronto.https://t.co/TY07UwuPsv pic.twitter.com/7h9zWXTx7Z

— MR. WILL WONG 📸 (@mrwillw) November 22, 2022

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levelFILM release THE INSPECTION in theatres December 2, 2022.

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#FIRSTLOOK: NEW OFFICIAL TRAILER FOR “WHITE NOISE”

We know you’re excited about this one because we are! See the new official Trailer for Noah Baumbach‘s WHITE NOISE starring Adam Driver and Greta Gerwig! Also below, some new Artwork for the Film.

Logline: At once hilarious and horrifying, lyrical and absurd, ordinary and apocalyptic, White Noise dramatizes a contemporary American family’s attempts to deal with the mundane conflicts of everyday life while grappling with the universal mysteries of love, death, and the possibility of happiness in an uncertain world.

CAST: Adam Driver, Greta Gerwig, Don Cheadle, Raffey Cassidy, Sam Nivola, May Nivola, Lars Eidinger, Andre Benjamin, Jodie Turner-Smith

Artwork:

WHITE NOISE is coming soon to Netflix.

(Photo/video credit: Netflix)

#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN “THE WOMAN KING” ON BLU-RAY

Hot off its #1 success at the Box Office, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win a copy of THE WOMAN KING on Blu-ray.

Synopsis:

The Woman King is the remarkable story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Inspired by true events, The Woman King follows the emotionally epic journey of General Nanisca (Oscar®-winner Viola Davis) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life. Some things are worth fighting for.

To enter for a chance to win a copy, please click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK. Re-Tweet the Contest Tweet below for an extra chance.

Enter for a chance to #win a copy of #TheWomanKing starring Viola Davis, on Blu-ray!

Details: https://t.co/VsxAvVo6XG pic.twitter.com/J9oNksljcf

— MR. WILL WONG 📸 (@mrwillw) November 22, 2022

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THE WOMAN KING will be available on Digital November 22, 2022 and on DVD and Blu-ray on December 13, 2022.

(Photo/video credit: Universal Pictures Home Entertainment)

#SPOTTED: RUBY CRUZ IN TORONTO FOR “WILLOW”

We grew-up loving 1988 Ron Howard film WILLOW and how exciting is it that an upcoming Lucasfilm series serving as a sequel to that Film, is on its way to us? The new Series centers on six heroes sent far away from home to face their inner demons and save the world!

Stars Tony Revelori (seen in the most recent Spider-Man films) and newcomer Ruby Cruz were in Toronto for a day of Press in support of the Series. Revelori plays young scholar Graydon, while Cruz plays Kit, who is out to rescue her twin brother Willow (Warick Davis). So amazing getting to meet Revelori and Cruz quickly as their stars continue to rise rapidly. Sad my snap with the former didn’t turn out for me to share.

Cannot wait to see this Series!

WILLOW streams November 30, 2022 only on Disney+.

(Photo/video credit: Disney/Mr. Will Wong)