“Spring Brea-eak. Spring Break forever, B*tches!”.

Part-Arthouse Flick, part-Teen Fantasy, Director/Writer Harmony Korine’s Spring Breakers has been winning accolades since it debuted last September at the Toronto International Film Festival. With an All-Star Cast which includes Selena Gomez, Ashley Benson, Vanessa Hudgens, Rachel Korine and of course, a blinged-out James Franco, I personally have witnessed its greatness.  Read my Review here.

Synopsis:

Four College Girls who land in jail after robbing a restaurant in order to fund their spring break vacation find themselves bailed out by a Drug and Arms Dealer who wants them to do some dirty work.

Watch the Trailer here.

Official Artwork below:

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Spring Breakers is available on DVD and Blu-Ray Combo Pack Tuesday, July 9, 2013 via VVS Films.

Pre-order now here.

(Photo credit: VVS Films)

Reprising once again the beloved role of Mike Wazowski, Funnyman Billy Crystal landed in Toronto to promote eagerly-anticipated  Monsters University for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictues.  The Film set ten years prior to the events of Monsters, Inc., centers around the friendship between Mike and  James P. “Sulley” Sullivan (John Goodman) and how they went on to become elite Scarers.

The nine-time Academy Awards Host was up and at it early today with a visit to City‘s Breakfast Television, before speaking to a room full of Journalists at the Rooftop Lobby Peess Conference in his Hotel, moderated by Film Critic/Author Richard Crouse.  Appearances on eTalk, Entertainment Tonight Canada and CBC also were slated.  Watch Crystal‘s Breakfast Television appearance right here.

Crystal, who looks a young 65, was amazingly nice to stop for a couple round of Autographs, signing generously despite initially stating “One only each”, to a large group of Fans. Bringing my own little “Monster” along for the occasion, he was beyond nice to stop of a quick Snap with another popular Billy (of the Doggy variety).  “Now, I know you didn’t name your Dog after me!”, he tells me upon being introduced.

Our Snap:

Video Excerpts and Recap from Crystal‘s Press Conference right here.

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada releases Monsters University on Friday, June 21, 2013.

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(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

Acclaimed Director Guillermo Del Toro is back in Toronto once again, now promoting his latest $300-million Robots vs. Monsters Sci-Fi/Action Epic, Pacific Rim which he filmed in Toronto at Pinewood Studios.

In addition to a series of interviews scheduled today, a noticeably slimmer del Toro did some TV appearances including City‘s Breakfast Television, where he not only charmed Host Jennifer Valentyne, but also wowed Fans stopping generously to pose for Photos and sign Autographs. While on a quick break, del Toro did the impossible, coming out to greet Fans and some workers inside the building too. Often the Talent are content resting in their Green Rooms, but del Toro certainly is something special.

The Director/Producer/Writer known best for Oscar-nominated Pan’s Labrynth and Hellboy will pretty much be making Toronto his home for at least a year as he feels TV Series The Strain in the City this Fall, followed by Crimson Peak next Spring. The latter reunites him with his new Muse, Charlie Hunnam (Sons of Anarchy). It is said that del Toro held a private screening of Pacific Rim for the Toronto Cast of the Film.

I had the pleasure of filming a week’s worth of scenes as a Background Performer and cannot wait to see it!

See my Snap of del Toro:

Warner Bros. releases Pacific Rim on Friday, July 12, 2013.

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

She’s certainly no Stranger to Toronto, that’s for sure!  Actress/Author Tori Spelling gained widespread popularity starring as Donna Martin on Beverly Hills, 90210 in the ’90s, but has transitioned into a new chapter of her Career with grace, balancing life as a Mother and Wife to Toronto-born Actor Dean McDermott.

In addition to promoting CelebraTORI, her Party Planning Book, she also is here to relaunch a Childhood Favourite of mine, McCain Deep ‘n Delicious Cakes which now feature real ingredients we can find in our kitchens.  Two new flavours are available now too: Carrot and Apple Caramel.  Yum.   New Pies also are being launched including: Cookies & Cream, Double Chocolate and Coconut Cream.  Yes to all the above!

Spelling appeared on KISS 92.5‘s Roz & Mocha Show earlier today, followed by a visit to City‘s Breakfast Television (watch her appearance) and Cityline for most of the morning. Promising to stop for Fans on her way out, some were baffled at her v. irritated Driver’s (he was ticketed during the wait for Spelling) decision to pick her up at a hidden Studio exit.  Thankfully, she was sweet enough to stop for Fans before heading along Queen Street for he next appearance.

Our Snap below:

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong/Gallery Books)

Paramount Pictures are giving Anchorman 2 their full confidence with a Christmas release date to compete with some real heavyweights. Just released is this brand new Trailer for the long-awaited Sequel to the 2001 Box Office Hit.  The antics continue once again as San Diego’s favourite Newsman gets himself into more trouble here!

Watch the Trailer below:

Anchorman 2 boasts an All-Star Cast chalk full of Cameos including Nicole Kidman, James Marsden, Kristen Wiig, Jim Carrey, Kirsten Dunst, Meagan Good, Sacha Baron Cohen, Kanye West, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Harrison Ford, Liam Neeson, plus returning Cast Members Paul Rudd, Vince Vaughn, David Koechner and of course, Will Ferrell in the Titular Role of Ron Burgundy.

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures)

Fresh off their MMVAs appearance Sunday night, Eleven Past One are kicking into high gear with promotion for their new Single, Tonight’s the Night. Based in Bowmanville, the five-piece Band features: Daniel Richter (Vocals), Stephen Richter (Guitar), Kyle Bykiv (Guitar),  Steve Patenaude (Drums) and Dan Beattie (Bass).  For sure you’ve heard their amazing Hit The World Is Ours if you listen to Canadian Top 40 Radio!   This new Track follows the path of that Single and surely will be a Radio Staple soon.

Watch the Video below:

Check-out their Website here.

Download Tonight’s the Night on iTunes here.

(Photo/video credit: Warner Music Canada)

Sold! Martin Scorcese and Leonaro DiCaprio team-up again and the results are winning in this brand new Trailer for The Wolf of Wall Street. Based on a true Story and Memoir by Jordan Belfort, the Drama centers on a New York Stockbroker to cooperate in a large Securities Fraud Case involving corruption on Wall Street.  The Ego. There is no one who could pull this off like Leo. Nobody.

Rob Reiner, Spike Jonze, Jean Dujardin, Jonah Hill, Matthew McConaughey and Kyle Chandler star also.

Watch the Trailer below:

Paramount Pictures releases on November 15, 2013. Please, oh please, let this premiere at TIFF 2013!

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures)

Just when I thought he’d disappeared completely from my memory, this weekend while out and about for the 2013 MuchMusic Video Awards, I encountered a familiar face once again.  Unfortunately it wasn’t one I have fond memories of.

As I noticed Avril Lavigne and Chad Kroeger  being ushered in and out of their Hotel  on their way to the Awards, I was quite shocked to see “Ed“, former Lady Gaga Bodyguard, among their Entourage.  My most loyal Readers will remember him as being the Guy who roughed me up a couple years back, prompting me to write a letter to Gaga‘s Management, which was reviewed right away.

Surely, I can’t be the only Fan who had a bad experience with him and although we cannot confirm if his departure from Camp Gaga was voluntary or involuntary,  it sure looks as though he hasn’t changed one bit.  Although I’m a bit red-in-the-face to read that Piece again recalling my Run-in with him back in March 2011, here it is. The memories and emotions were real at the time and I’ll be the first to admit that it hurt.

Those who watched the MuchMusic Video Awards last night will notice Ed‘s graceless blunder as Lavigne’s SUV arrived on the Red Carpet, where they were greeted by Host T-RexXx.  As is the case with all other Guests last night, the Host extended a warm welcome to all by opening their Car Doors for them.  Of course, Ed gracelessly tried thwarting the perfectly harmless greeting before realizing his own overreaction, which was captured by Cameras. What was he thinking?  The Guy had a MuchMusic Mic in his hand!  I mean, I’m all for protecting the Talent and doing your job, but this is just beyond.

I could watch this on loop all day:

It’s not officially a Track from her upcoming Disc, but any new Music from Britney Spears always makes our day! With the impending release of The Smurfs 2, comes brand new Dr. Luke-produced Track Ooh La La from its Soundtrack. Happy! Summer!

I’m sure Spears has something delicious lined-up for us soon with her reportedly trying  a brand new approach for her next Disc, but this will do for now!

Listen in full below:

Official Artwork:

The Smurfs 2 hits theatres July 12, 2013.

(Photo/video credit: Sony Music)

Canadian Music was front and center at the 2013 MuchMusic Video Awards, the annual Spectacle held at the Station’s Queen Street Headquarters and among tonight’s top Winners were Canadian Rappers Drake and Classified, in addition to Pop-Rock Outfit, Mariana’s Trench.  Hosted by Korean Pop Sensation PSY, Fans did not walk away disappointed as he danced and sang his way to the hearts of Canadians, with two high-energy performances of his Singles Gangnam Style and Gentleman respectively.

After being spotted arriving in Toronto at his Condo by Fans just after 8:00 PM tonight, Drake scooted over to MuchMusic right away to pick-up his Awards for both Director of the Year and Hip-Hop Video of the Year with his recent Single, Started from the Bottom.

Meanwhile, Nova Scotia-born Classified took home Video of the Year and MuchFact Video of the Year with Inner Ninja, his Collaboration with David Myles.  In total, he has earned five MMVAs in his Career.

Likewise, Mariana’s Trench who performed tonight in Dress Shirts and Underwear, also notched their fifth MMVA, winning Pop Video of the Year with Desperate Measures and Your Fave Video with Stutter.

After making their way to Toronto  for the Awards Show, Demi Lovato, Avril Lavigne and Taylor Swift all were rewarded tonight.   Swift was awarded Your Fave International Artist or Group by Fans, saying in her Speech “Thank you to MuchMusic for playing Videos”, a statement which many might dispute about the Station.  This is Swift‘s first MMVA.

Lavigne won International Video of the Year by a Canadian with Here’s To Never Growing Up.  Several are reporting that the Singer may be pregnant, fueled further by lots of purple smoke being blown during her Performance tonight and a heavy focus on Close-Up Shots.  Lovato who performed tonight with fine vocals, won International Video of the Year – Artist with Heart Attack.  She is expected to fly out for a taping of The X Factor tomorrow.

For a complete list of Winners, click here.

Missed the MMVAs? Watch them here.

See my Snaps of some of the Stars around town this weekend here!

(Photo credit: Steve Haining and Sandra Elford)