Yan Dining Room, led by Executive Chef and Culinary Director Eva Chin, closes out 2025 as one of Canada’s most celebrated and influential new culinary destinations. In its first full year of operation, the restaurant has earned top national honours, shaped a new dialogue around modern Chinese cuisine, and established itself as a hub for meaningful culinary collaboration.

This year marked Chef Eva Chin’s emergence as one of the architects of a new culinary movement in Canada. As the co-creator of Yan Dining Room with restaurateur Colin Li, Eva spearheaded the development of Toronto’s leading neo-Chinese tasting menu – a concept that blends Chinese history with modern technique and Eva’s global, coastal sensibilities. Her cuisine draws from her Chinese, Singaporean, Samoan and Hawaiian heritage and reflects her belief that food can be a form of lineage, reclamation, and cultural storytelling.

“Yan is our way of imagining the future of Chinese cuisine,” says Chef Eva Chin. “We’re honouring centuries of technique and memory, but we’re not afraid to push forward, to blend history with innovation, to challenge assumptions, and to evolve what Chinese dining can mean in Canada.”

A Year Defined by Accolades

Chef Eva Chin and Yan Dining Room have garnered widespread acclaim from critics, industry leaders, and diners alike. This year’s recognitions include:

• #2 — Toronto Life Best New Restaurants 2025
• #31 — Toronto Life Most Influential People 2025
• #43 — Post City Chef-Approved 50 Best Restaurants
• #7 — Air Canada Best New Restaurants 2025
• Air Canada Best New Concept
• Foodism Rising Star Icon of the Year

These accolades underscore Eva’s rising influence as both a culinary innovator and one of the most compelling voices shaping Canada’s modern dining landscape.

A Standout Year of Creative Collaborations

2025 also marked an exceptional year of creative partnerships for Chef Eva Chin, each celebrating regional flavours and the diverse culinary talent across Canada. Highlights include:

–Lunar New Year collaboration with Chef Nuit Regular, one of Toronto’s most influential chef-restaurateurs whose restaurants PAI and Kiin are recognized by the MICHELIN Guide. The dinner celebrated the intersection of Northern Thai flavours and Yan’s evolving neo-Chinese culinary philosophy.

–Daango collaboration with Chef Christopher Siu, MasterChef Canada winner and acclaimed pastry artist. Together, they created a menu that blended Siu’s refined baking skills with Eva’s coastal storytelling and modern Chinese sensibilities.

–Good Behaviour collaboration with Chef Michael Lam and Eric Chow, a playful comfort-meets-technique mashup that reimagined nostalgic flavours through Yan’s precision-led culinary lens.

–No. 8 collaboration with Chef Stephen Baidacoff and Chef Nick Lin, whose restaurant No. 8 was named a 2025 Air Canada Best New Restaurants finalist. The partnership explored the future of Asian-Canadian gastronomy through a highly technical, chef-driven multi-course experience.

–Short-Grain Rice collaboration at Dachi in Vancouver, a one-night dinner with Chef Katy Cheung of Michelin-starred Burdock & Co. (and a Top Chef Canada 2025 competitor) and Chef Jiwon Seo of Dachi. The menu explored Chinese and Korean flavours through the lens of Southern barbecue, marking the Vancouver debut of Eva’s neo-Chinese approach.

Each partnership further established Yan Dining Room as a space for cross-cultural dialogue and innovation.

With industry accolades, nationwide recognition, and a collaborative footprint that spans some of Canada’s most influential chefs, Yan Dining Room enters 2026 with extraordinary momentum. The restaurant remains committed to evolving its menu, deepening its storytelling, and continuing to champion meaningful culinary expression.

We are thrilled to share the addition of six Canadian-filmed Netflix movies and shows to the Netflix in Your Neighbourhood / Netflix chez vous websites. The update, which went live today, features the newly released western drama The Abandons, the hit Canadian limited series Wayward, holiday movies My Secret Santa and A Merry Little Ex-Mas, the new rom-com The Wrong Paris, and Guillermo del Toro’s critically acclaimed film adaptation Frankenstein. All of these productions were filmed across Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta, with several towns making their debut on the Netflix in Your Neighbourhood site, including Guelph and North Bay, Ontario; Kamloops, British Columbia; and Seebe, Alberta.

Just in time for the holidays, a recent Netflix poll revealed nearly half of Canadians with Netflix (45%) admitting they want to spend the holiday time during December indulging in their favourite shows, films and festive treats. But that’s not all: half of Canadians (50%) confess to sneaking away from family gatherings to catch up on Netflix during the holidays. So fans can be sure they won’t be alone if they spend the holidays cozying up with new holiday hits My Secret Santa, A Merry Little Ex-Mas, or any of the other films and shows filmed across Canada.

Since its launch in 2021, Netflix in Your Neighbourhood and Netflix chez vous have been helping fans step inside the world of their favourite Netflix stories by discovering their Canadian filming locations. The guide highlights travel spots and hidden local gems, delicious eats, inviting accommodations, iconic landmarks and more; all connected to popular Netflix movies and shows. Netflix in Your Neighbourhood provides visitors with everything they need to plan the ultimate fan trip in Canada

More about the newly added productions:

THE ABANDONS – Washington Territory – 1854 – The matriarchs of two very different families — one of wealth and privilege bound by blood, the other a found family of orphans and outcasts bound by love and necessity — find their fates linked by two crimes, an awful secret, a star-crossed love, and a piece of land with silver underneath. The collision echoes the American struggle of the haves and have-nots, in a place just beyond the reach of justice. This dramatic western series was shot in Seebe and Mînî Thnî, Alberta, both newly added filming locations on the website.

WAYWARD – Nothing is what it seems in Tall Pines. After an escape attempt from an academy for “troubled teens”, two students join forces with a newly local police officer, unearthing the town’s dark and deeply rooted secrets. This captivating thriller was shot in Dundas, Millbrook, Milton, Guelph, Ashburn and Mississauga, Ontario.

MY SECRET SANTA – A vivacious single mom in need of a job decides to disguise herself as a man in order to get hired as the seasonal Santa at a luxury ski resort. But when she starts to fall in love with the hotel manager, complications develop that could ruin everything. My Secret Santa was shot in Sun Peaks and Kamloops, British Columbia.

A MERRY LITTLE EX-MAS – A recently divorced woman attempts to have one last Christmas with her family before selling the house and moving, but complications arise when her ex-husband brings his amazing new girlfriend into the holiday mix. This holiday rom-com was filmed in Hillsburgh, Glen Williams and Unionville, Ontario.

THE WRONG PARIS – A young woman joins a dating show thinking it’s in Paris, France, but it’s actually in Paris, Texas. She plots a way to get eliminated until her unexpected feelings for the bachelor complicate her plans. The Wrong Paris was filmed in Agassiz and North Vancouver, British Columbia.

FRANKENSTEIN – Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist who brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation. This highly awaited film was shot in North Bay and Toronto, Ontario.

Q&Eh with the cast of My Life With the Walter Boys, Season 2

The popular series My Life With the Walter Boys returns for Season 2, and much of its charm still comes from the breathtaking Alberta landscapes where the show was filmed. The cast recently shared their favourite memories from their time filming in Calgary and surrounding areas, from breathtaking backdrops, to their go-to local restaurants, the attractions they loved and more. Check out here what they had to say on Netflix in Your Neighbourhood!

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MUBI, the global film distributor, streaming service and production company, is proud to announce the sensational new film from writer/director Lynne Ramsay (You Were Never Really Here, Morvern Callar, We Need to Talk About Kevin) will be available to stream exclusively on MUBI from December 23, 2025.

A hopeful young and loving couple (Grace and Jackson) move from New York to an inherited house in the country. Grace tries to find her identity with a new baby in the isolated environment. Yet as she begins to unravel, it’s not in weakness but imagination, strength and a stunning untamed vivacity that she discovers herself anew.

Set in rural America, Die My Love is a portrait of a woman engulfed by love and madness. It stars Jennifer Lawrence (Silver Linings Playbook, American Hustle), Robert Pattinson (Mickey 17, The Batman), LaKeith Stanfield (Judas and the Black Messiah, The Book of Clarence), Nick Nolte (Cape Fear, 48 Hours, The Prince of Tides), and Sissy Spacek (Carrie, Coal Miner’s Daughter, In the Bedroom).

The film received its World Premiere at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. Jennifer Lawrence has since been awarded the Donostia Award at the San Sebastian Film Festival, and been nominated for a Gotham Award for Outstanding Lead Performance. Die My Love was also nominated for seven British Independent Film Awards including Best Director for Lynne Ramsay and Best Lead Performance for Jennifer Lawrence, and went on to win two for Best Cinematography and Best Music Supervision.

DIRECTOR STATEMENT

At the heart of this story is the complexity of love and how it can change and transform over time. I aimed to keep it grounded, human, spontaneous and funny at times, capturing the moments that feel small but carry a lot of weight. This film is for anyone who’s ever been in a relationship – there’s heartbreak and beauty in vulnerability.

DIRECTOR BIOGRAPHY

Lynne Ramsay’s previous work consists of Ratcatcher (1999), Cannes 1999 Un Certain Regard, BAFTA winner Most Promising Newcomer; Morvern Callar (2002), starring Samantha Morton, Cannes 2002 multiple award winner, BIFA nominee for Best Director and Best Screenplay; We Need To Talk About Kevin (2011) starring Tilda Swinton, nominated for Cannes 2011 Palme d’Or, BIFA winner for Best Director, BAFTA nominated for Best Director; Swimmer (2012), BAFTA winner for Best Short Film; You Were Never Really Here (2017) starring Joaquin Phoenix, Cannes 2017 winner for Best Screenplay and Best Actor, BAFTA nominated for Best British Film; Brigitte (2019), part of Miu Miu’s Women’s Tales Series, Venice Film Festival 2019.

Paramount+ today reveals a first look for the upcoming original series GIRL TAKEN – previously announced as BABY DOLL – starring Alfie Allen, Jill Halfpenny, Tallulah Evans, and Delphi Evans. The six-part psychological thriller will premiere globally and exclusively on Paramount+ on January 8th 2026.

Based on the novel Baby Doll by Hollie Overton, GIRL TAKEN follows the story of twin sisters Lily and Abby, whose lives are shattered when Lily is abducted from their quiet rural English town by beloved local teacher Rick Hansen. After years of abuse in captivity, Lily escapes – only to discover that freedom brings its own challenges. The world she longed to return to has moved on without her.

As Abby, Lily and their mother Eve struggle to rebuild their family, they must confront the lasting damage and the terrifying reality that Rick is still out there, determined to control the narrative and evade justice. Raw and emotionally charged, GIRL TAKEN is a gripping exploration of trauma, resilience, sisterhood, and the high cost of reclaiming one’s life.

The series will star Alfie Allen (Game of Thrones, Atomic) and Jill Halfpenny (The Cuckoo, After the Flood) as Rick and Eve, while sisters Tallulah (The Forsyte Saga, My Fault: London) and Delphi Evans will take on the roles of Lily and Abby.

Supporting the leading cast will be Vikash Bhai (Limbo, Virdee), Niamh Walsh (Smother, Jamestown), Levi Brown (This Town, Invasion), Victoria Ekanoye (The Turkish Detective, The Royals, Coronation Street), Holly Atkins (Mobland, Criminal Justice) and Kiran Krishnakumar (What it Feels Like For a Girl, Everything Now).

Mike Benson and Suzi McIntosh serve as executive producers for Clapperboard, with Mick Pantaleo producing. The series has been adapted for screen by David Turpin (The Ex-Wife, The Cuckoo), Suzanne Cowie (The Serial Killer’s Wife, Good Ship Murder), and Nessah Muthy (The Ex-Wife, Grantchester). Laura Way (The Serial Killer’s Wife, Maxine) and Bindu de Stoppani (Silent Witness, Beyond Paradise) are the directors.

GIRL TAKEN was commissioned for Paramount+, the series is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution outside of Paramount+ markets.

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Synopsis: SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom friends set sail in their biggest, all-new, can’t miss cinematic event ever…The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Desperate to be a big guy, SpongeBob sets out to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs by following The Flying Dutchman – a mysterious swashbuckling ghost pirate – on a seafaring comedy-adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the deep sea, where no Sponge has gone before.

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After a summer spent travelling from coast to coast to coast, MADE | NOUS is thrilled to announce that audiences can now experience the inspiring cross-country journey led by broadcasting icon George Stroumboulopoulos in a newly completed docuseries, The Stories that MADE Us, available nationwide starting December 4, 2025. Part one of the three-part series will be available on YouTube and made-nous.ca, with remaining episodes dropping in winter 2026.

Earlier this summer, George set out from Vancouver on a cross-Canada tour with a film crew and one central question for everyone he met: Which Canadian film or television work made you?. The trip included a candid conversation with Prime Minister Mark Carney about the strength of Canada’s cultural sovereignty, the Canadian films and TV shows that shaped his life, and why Canadian stories matter now more than ever.

Over the course of the journey, George visited communities across the country, from major cities to remote northern regions, capturing heartfelt conversations with everyday Canadians and national icons alike. These interviews explore the stories, creators and cultural touchstones that have shaped Canadian identity, strengthened communities, and inspired generations of creative talent.

Campaign Highlights

100+ vox pops recorded on the road

14 cities across seven provinces and one territory (BC, AB, MB, ON, QC, NB, PE, NU)

27 in-depth conversations with Canadians across the country, including:
Prime Minister Mark Carney

Ryan Reynolds (actor, producer)

Chris Hadfield (astronaut)

Jessie Reyez (singer-songwriter)

Emily Hampshire (Schitt’s Creek)

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (Kim’s Convenience)

Jay Baruchel (Goon)

Tantoo Cardinal (North of 60)

Tonya Williams (The Young and the Restless; founder/executive director, Reelworld Screen Institute)

Atom Egoyan (filmmaker; The Sweet Hereafter)

Rob Baker (musician; The Tragically Hip)

Sam Reinhart (NHL player; Florida Panthers, Stanley Cup winner)

French-language interviews include:
Pierre-Yves Lord (TV host)

Les Hay Babies (Acadian folk trio)

Kim Thúy (author; Ru, Em)

Chloé Robichaud (director; Deux femmes en or)

Since 2019, the MADE | NOUS initiative has put the spotlight on Canada’s world-class talent in film, TV, gaming, and digital entertainment, aiming to shift perceptions of Canadian content at home and abroad. Last year, MADE | NOUS successfully launched its “Hometown Hero” mural campaign showcasing Canadian creative talent and inspiring communities across the country. To date, ambassadors supporting the initiative have included Paul Sun Hyung-Lee, Simu Liu, Stephan James, Shamier Anderson, Devery Jacobs, Amanda Brugel, Karine Vanasse, David Usher, Jay Baruchel, Hamza Haq, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Priyanka, Kaniehti:io Horn, Cassandra James, Drew Ray Tanner, and more.

Today, Paramount+ announced that ROOFMAN, based on the unbelievable true story of Jeffrey Manchester, will stream on the service in Canada and the U.S. beginning December 9.*

Based on an incredible true story, ROOFMAN follows Jeffrey Manchester (Channing Tatum), an Army veteran and struggling father who turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname: Roofman. After escaping prison, he secretly lives inside a Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. But when he falls for Leigh (Kirsten Dunst), a divorced mom drawn to his undeniable charm, his double life begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat and mouse as his past closes in.

Certified Fresh™ on Rotten Tomatoes® with an impressive 86%, ROOFMAN received widespread critical acclaim upon its world premiere at TIFF in September along with a TIFF Tribute Award for Tatum, as well as upon its October theatrical release in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. by Paramount Pictures under its first-look deal with Miramax. Variety praised Tatum for delivering “the most mature performance of his career” while Next Best Picture said Dunst, who just received a Film Independent Spirit Award nomination for her performance, is “stellar” and “effortlessly charming as Leigh.” Newsweek hailed ROOFMAN as the “perfect balance between suspense, heart and pure entertainment,” calling it, “one of the most sincere and thoughtful movies to hit the big screen in 2025.”

Since its debut on PVOD on November 11, this unforgettable true story continues to be embraced by audiences everywhere with sustained engagement, strong placement across digital platforms and exceptional staying power, holding a top 10 position on Apple’s movie charts for three consecutive weeks.

ROOFMAN stars Channing Tatum as the film’s titular character, as well as a stellar cast including Kirsten Dunst, Ben Mendelsohn, LaKeith Stanfield, Juno Temple, Uzo Aduba, Lily Collias, Jimmy O. Yang and Peter Dinklage.

This film joins the expansive list of critically acclaimed movies on Paramount+, including newer films like GLADIATOR II, SEPTEMBER 5 and TOP GUN: MAVERICK, as well as cinephile staples like TITANIC, and THE GODFATHER.

Paramount Pictures Presents, in association with Miramax, FilmNation Entertainment, Von Waaden Entertainment, a High Frequency, Hunting Lane, 51 Entertainment and Limelight Production, a film by Derek Cianfrance: ROOFMAN. The film is executive produced by Channing Tatum, Derek Cianfrance, Jonathan Montepare, Charles M. Barsamian, Rick Covert, Jack Selby, Sam Romano, Jonathan Glickman, Thom Zadra, Matthew Von Waaden, D. Mark Von Waaden, Chris Parker, Tyler Zacharia, Jeff Portnoy, Steven J. Toll and Randy Jones Toll. ROOFMAN is produced by Jamie Patricof, p.g.a., Lynette Howell Taylor, p.g.a., Alex Orlovsky, p.g.a., Duncan Montgomery and Dylan Sellers with a screenplay by Derek Cianfrance & Kirt Gunn. The film was directed by Derek Cianfrance.

*Availability in additional international Paramount+ markets will be announced at a later date.

NFL Christmas Gameday returns to Netflix in 2025 with two marquee games that will showcase NFC division rivals facing-off. Streaming live on Netflix, the Cowboys/Commanders will air at 1 pm ET from Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland, followed by the Lions/Vikings at 4:30 pm ET from the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

With returning on-air talent such as the father-son duo of Ian and Noah Eagle, Kay Adams, Manti Te’o, Nate Burleson, and many more, plus new additions like Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Michael Irvin and WWE Superstar Seth Rollins, this year’s Christmas slate aims to ring in the holidays with even more cheer for football fans everywhere.

Netflix’s NFL Christmas Gameday 2024 reached 65 million U.S. viewers, according to Nielsen. Netflix delivered the two most streamed NFL games in U.S. history with an average audience of over 26.5 million viewers in the U.S. and over 30 million viewers globally, highlighted by Beyoncé’s epic halftime performance.

CBS Sports will produce the games, with NFL Media producing the pre, post, and studio halftime programming.

Hot Docs is celebrating the season with a selection of Festive Favourites screenings throughout December at Hot Docs Cinema, with tickets for one beloved title being offered for free and tickets to others starting as low as $7.50. Get your fill of holiday cheer all month long with screenings of Die Hard, Home Alone, Meet Me in St. Louis, and The Muppet Christmas Carol. Plus, close out your year with our annual Dude’s New Year screening of The Big Lebowski.

An addition to the lineup of new release and must-see documentaries screening at Hot Docs Cinema in December, Festive Favourites will offer audiences a cinematic holiday escape and a chance to gather with friends and family in-person for the time-honoured tradition of taking in a Christmas classic on the big screen. Tickets to Die Hard, Meet Me in St. Louis, and The Muppet Christmas Carol are just $7.50 and available for purchase now.

As part of the Festive Favourites programming, Turtles® is hosting a special complimentary screening of Home Alone at the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema in Toronto. The event takes place on Friday, December 19, at 8:30 pm, and the community is invited to enjoy a shared moment of holiday joy. Trade your streaming session for a cinema seat to watch the classic film, complete with complimentary popcorn and Turtles® signature treats. Free tickets are now available to book online.

Join us for the triumphant return of one of our most hallowed and wildest cinema traditions: the annual Dude’s New Year event featuring The Big Lebowski, on Wednesday, December 31, at 7:00 pm. Gather with fellow “Little Achievers” to get your celebrations started in style: in a bathrobe, sunglasses, and with White Russians and bowling! A night of absurdity and raucous fun, it’ll give even the nihilists something to believe in.

For a full list of Festive Favourites titles and screening times, and to purchase tickets, visit hotdocs.ca/whats-on/cinema-series/festive-favourites

Hot Docs is also excited to offer a number of holiday gift ideas for the doc lovers in your life. Give the gift of Hot Docs with a gift certificate or gift card, available in any amount and good for tickets to both Hot Docs Cinema and the 2026 Hot Docs Festival, as well as memberships, concessions and merchandise.

Perfect for documentary lovers, a 2026 Festival 12- and 20-package can be used for tickets to Hot Docs Festival screenings, and packages holders get early access to select their films can share tickets with family and friends. Or give the gift that lasts all year – A Hot Docs Membership. Member benefits include free special events, discounted tickets and more year-round at the Cinema, as well as discounts and advance booking windows on premium events including Hot Docs Festival.

Consider making a donation to Hot Docs as part of your holiday giving. Your donation is critical to our mission to bring outstanding documentaries from around the world and to support the outspoken storytellers who make them.

You can also visit in person at Hot Docs Cinema to check out our selection of books and merchandise, including new “cinema” sign t-shirts and totes, featuring a screenprint of one of the iconic cinema signs that adorn the Hot Docs Cinema lobby – a nod to cinema’s history and a great gift for any cinema lover.

For all the gift ideas on offer from Hot Docs, visit hotdocs.ca/holidays

2025 Golden Lion Winner at Venice Film Festival, FATHER MOTHER SISTER BROTHER gets an official release date, JANUARY 9, 2026.

IN MONTRÉAL, IT PLAYS AT CINÉMA DU PARC STARTING DECEMBER 24, 2025.

Written and directed by Jim Jarmusch
Starring Tom Waits, Adam Driver, Mayim Bialik, Charlotte Rampling, Cate Blanchett, Vicky Krieps, Sarah Greene, Indya Moore, Luka Sabbat, and Françoise Lebrun.
Produced by Charles Gillibert, Joshua Astrachan, Carter Logan and Atilla Salih Yücer
Presented by MUBI, Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello and The Apartment (a Fremantle Company), in association with Jarmusch’s badjetlag and Gillibert’s CG Cinema, Cinema Inutile, Films du Losange and Weltkino.
Music by Jim Jarmusch and Anika.

SYNOPSIS
Winner of the Golden Lion Best Film prize at the 2025 Venice Film Festival, Father Mother Sister Brother is the eagerly-awaited new film from Jim Jarmusch. Funny, tender and astutely observed, this is an intimate exploration of the universal intricacies of family dynamics. Starring Tom Waits, Adam Driver, Mayim Bialik, Charlotte Rampling, Cate Blanchett, Vicky Krieps, Indya Moore and Luka Sabbat.

Told in the form of a triptych divided into chapters set in New Jersey, Dublin and Paris, each story concerns the relationships between adult children, their somewhat distant parent (or parents), and each other. Blending remarkable performances from its ensemble cast with Jarmusch’s wry and idiosyncratic observations of everyday life, the iconic indie director’s latest serves as a timely reminder that you can choose your friends and your lovers, but you can’t choose your family.

DIRECTOR STATEMENT
Father Mother Sister Brother is a kind of anti-action film, its subtle and quiet style carefully constructed to allow small details to accumulate – almost like flowers being carefully placed in three delicate arrangements. Collaborations with the masterful cinematographers Frederick Elmes and Yorick Le Saux, the brilliant editor Affonso Gonçalves and other frequent collaborators elevate what started as words on a page into a form of pure cinema.