Currently the #1 show on Netflix, the riveting MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY has taken the world by storm. Dramatizing the murder case in the early ’90s where two brothers murdered their parents, claiming they were in fear of their father killing them after enduring years of abuse. This was an early blueprint of court television, revolutionizing the way the public accessed the courtroom and trials.
The Series is garnering lots of early Awards Season buzz for its two lead actors, Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch, who play Lyle and Erik Menendez, respectively in this latest installment of Ryan Murphy‘s MONSTERS anthology. Its predecessor MONSTERS: THE JEFFREY DAHMER STORY starring Evan Peters in the titular role went on to phenomenal success including wins at the Golden Globes, BAFTA Awards, Critics’ Choice Awards and People’s Choice Awards.
The two breakout stars came to Toronto today to promote the Series, including a live taping of a Sirius XM Canada chat with moderator, Allison Dore to air at a later date. The conversation included how the two Actors achieved chemistry as brothers organically, their opinions of Milli Vanilli (whose music is featured prominently in the Series), the public’s reaction to the Series and Koch walks us through filming an award-worthy one-take scene in episode five.
Some official snaps from the event:
Highlights below:
@mrwillwong So unforgettable joining a chat with MONSTERS: THE ERIK AND LYLE MENENDEZ STORY’s breakout stars Nicholas Alexander Chavez and Cooper Koch! The #1 series on Netflix is garnering huge awards buzz already! This chat with Allison Dore of Sirius XM Canada to air at later date. #MenendezBrothers #Monsters #ErikandLyleMenendez #erikmenendez #lylemenendez #cooperkoch #toronto #nicholasalexanderchavez #ryanmurphy ♬ I’m Gonna Miss You – Milli Vanilli
MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY streams now on Netflix.
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TIFF ’17 continues to go amazingly-well for us, but even being at the half-way mark we’re still not done! Check out some of the amazing sightings we had today!
MARK FELT: THE MAN WHO BROUGHT DOWN THE WHITE HOUSE has all the pedigree of a winner. The Drama centers on “Deep Throat“, the man who as an anonymous source led to the Watergate Scandal investigation. Its stars Liam Neeson, Diane Lane and Tony Goldwyn and premieres tonight at Ryerson Theatre. We spotted Neeson and Lane out earlier and they were both amazingly- nice, taking a quick moment to stop. We’re in love with our Selfie with Neeson and Lane has starred in two of our faves, Secretariat and Unfaithful!
#TIFF17: #DianeLane at #TIFF2017 with #MarkFelt. #TorontoInternationalFilmFestival #TIFF
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BREATHE is coming into TIFF ’17 with lots of buzz. The Tearjerker marks Andy Serkis‘ directorial debut and is based on its Producer Jonathan Cavendish‘s parents’ story. Robin Cavendish, his father, is known for breaking ground in helping the severely-disabled gain freedom with mobility chairs. Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy, long with Serkis were out and about today doing Press and it was a pure joy seeing them interact with their fans!
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HOSTILES also premieres tonight at Princess of Wales Theatre and stars Academy Award winner Christian Bale and Academy Award nominee Rosamund Pike. The Duo were out and about earlier promoting the Film and while they were private largely most of the day we were lucky to spot them amidst their hectic schedule. The Drama is about a US Cavalry Officer who accompanies reluctantly, a Cheyenne War Chief and his family back to their tribal lands. Bale is sporting a new look for his role as Dick Cheney, hence if you couldn’t recognize him, someone’s done their job good!
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We loved chatting with Ari Graynor, Dave Franco and Paul Scheer about their new Film THE DISASTER ARTIST, premiering at Midnight Madness. While James Franco was to be a part of the chat, alas he was behind schedule. We did find him on the Red Carpet though where he was really giving to Media and fans! And even Rachel McAdams and Cult Icon Tommy Wiseau whom James Franco portrays, came out! You will LOVE this Film. It is hilarious! Check back towards the Holidays as our chat goes live.
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