Today, global pop sensation Benson Boone returns with his highly anticipated new single “Pretty Slowly.” Listen HERE via Night Street Records/Warner Records and watch the video below. The track became an instant fan-favorite as a standout moment in Boone’s set at Lollapalooza and his Fireworks & Rollerblades world tour.

“Pretty Slowly” follows Boone’s latest track “Death Wish Love” from the Twisters movie soundtrack and the staggering global success of “Beautiful Things” — which is now RIAA certified 3x Platinum — from his acclaimed debut album Fireworks & Rollerblades. The viral smash logged an impressive 7 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart, hit #1 at Top 40 and Hot AC radio, and vaulted to #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song also recently joined the “Billions Club” on Spotify and has amassed over 2 billion total streams to date.

Fireworks & Rollerblades also includes the fan-favorite tracks “Cry,” “What Do You Want,” and the rapidly-rising “Slow It Down,” which is currently in the top 20 at Top 40 and Hot AC radio, the top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and climbing.

Fireworks & Rollerblades continues a trend of big moments for Benson. He has been nominated for three MTV Video Music Awards, including Best New Artist, Best Alternative for “Beautiful Things” and PUSH Performance of the Year for “In The Stars.” In June, he opened for Taylor Swift’s ERAS Tour in London at Wembley stadium, following a performance with Lana Del Rey at Hangout Festival in May. Earlier this year, Boone launched his fully sold-out Fireworks & Rollerblades Tour, playing shows across the globe. See a full list of upcoming tour dates below and click HERE for tickets.

In February, iHeartRadio named him an On The Verge Artist, and last year, he was named an Amazon Music Breakthrough Artist and MTV’s Global PUSH Artist for October. Meanwhile, his PULSE EP generated tens of millions of streams for tracks like “What Was,” “Little Runaway,” and “Sugar Sweet.”

Elevation Pictures x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win Cineplex Run-of-Engagement Passes to see THE FRONT ROOM starring Brandy Norwood!

Synopsis:

Everything goes to hell for newly pregnant Belinda after her mother-in-law moves in and tries to get her claws on the child.

Starring: Brandy Norwood, Kathryn Hunter, Andrew Burnap

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THE FRONT ROOM is only in theatres September 6, 2024.

(Photo/video credit: Elevation Pictures)

The County Adaptation Film Festival (CAFF) is excited to announce its full programming lineup with five feature films, three free community experiences, two conversations and one giant party with special guests including authors, screenwriters, singer-songwriters and more, as part of their inaugural film festival September 27 – 29, 2024.

“The art of the adapter is often overlooked. We’re changing that by putting screenwriters in the spotlight of our festival. We couldn’t be more proud to be showcasing this curated selection of films, conversations and events with special guests at our inaugural festival in Prince Edward County this September,” said Alexandra Seay, Founding Artistic Director of the County Adaptation Film Festival.

Thomas Napper’s Widow Clicquot opens the festival as a nod to the rich wine heritage of PEC, presented by Harvey Kalles Real Estate Broker with Suzanne White. Special guests for the evening will include New York Times best-selling author Tilar J. Mazzeo whose biography of Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot formed the basis of Erin Dignam’s script in a moderated conversation with Eleanor Wachtel. This will be followed by a giant – free – party in Armoury Square next to the theatre, with support from Wentworth Landscapes & Construction and the Picton Business Improvement Association.

Day Two opens with a reflection on Truth & Reconciliation beginning with a musical performance by Jennifer Grant immediately followed by a screening of the Bawaadan Collective’s Mohawk language short film Six Strings and Gord Downie’s The Secret Path, based on the graphic novel by Jeff Lemire. This ticketed event leads off the Pathways to ReconciliACTION series which includes a selection of indigenous-led participatory activities open to the public presented by the Elderberry Fund and supported by the Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund (DWF) and Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na (TTO) at Macaulay Church Museum and Base31.

The afternoon continues with a programmer’s choice film: Karim Aïnouz’s Firebrand, starring Alicia Vikander and Jude Law and adapted for the screen from Elizabeth Fremantle’s novel, The Queen’s Gambit, presented by the Flicker Foundation (Jeremy Guth & Nina-Marie Lister). The next conversation happens in the Closson Chase Vineyard garden between award-winning author Mark Sakamoto and producer David Hamilton as they discuss the development process for Deepa Mehta’s upcoming feature based on Forgiveness. This industry-centric event is an opportunity for local industry to mix and mingle presented by the new Bay of Quinte Film Office.

The day ends on a cheeky note with Spike Jonze’s classic film Adaptation followed by a conversation with best-selling author/screenwriter and Kingston native Iain Reid on the trials and tribulations of page-to-screen metamorphosis.

On September 29, the final day of the festival begins with Tanya Talaga in conversation with Courtney Montour co-writer/co-director of the four-part CBC docuseries based on her latest book, The Knowing presented with support from community partners, the Kingston Writers Festival and Books and Company; and ends with a screening of Ru featuring a post-show discussion between Charles Olivier-Michaud and Catherine Hernandez (Scarborough) on the challenges of adapting traumatic personal narratives for screen, presented by Betty-Ann & Wade Heggie.

Throughout the festival, visitors are welcome at the Festival Lounge at Karlo Estates which features an exhibition of paintings and behind the scenes footage from The Peasants which was presented by the festival at a special screening in May.

“CAFF is a reflection of the PEC community and how we come together to create something special,” said John Galway, Festival Producer. “Thank you to all our sponsors and supporters for helping us stay true to our commitment to the future of the County and desire to showcase it to the world.”

A project of the Regent Theatre in Picton, CAFF is made possible with funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and with the support of tourism partners, Stay PEC and Visit the County and numerous other venues, community and programming partners and donors.

The full schedule can be found here on CAFF’s website. Festival passes ($150) are available here until September 15 and provide access to all ticketed festival events. Single tickets ($25/ea) will go on sale September 1, 2024.

About CAFF:

The County Adaptation Film Festival (CAFF) explores the art of adaptation on film, spotlights screenwriters and furthers dialogue for curious minds in the County and beyond.

CAFF spotlights screenwriters and features them in conversation with original creators alongside film screenings. Situated between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal in beautiful Prince Edward County – boasting a heritage cinema, gourmet food, award-winning wines and the support of some of the County’s finest hotels and accommodators, the festival promises an intimate and inspiring weekend getaway for our guests.

About the Regent Theatre:

The Regent Theatre Foundation is a registered charity which owns and operates the historic Regent Theatre founded in 1918. The Regent is the oldest and only purpose-built entertainment venue in Prince Edward County. It is a cultural landmark that presents independent cinema, first-run films and a wide range of live events all year round including The County Adaptation Film Festival.

CAFF Partners:

A project of the Regent Theatre in Picton, CAFF is made possible with funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and with the support of its venue partners, The Armoury, Base31, Closson Chase Vineyard, The Eddie, Karlo Estates and Macaulay Heritage Park. CAFF’s presenting partners are the Bay of Quinte Film Office, Betty-Ann & Wade Heggie, the Elderberry Fund, the Flicker Foundation, Suzanne White with Harvey Kalles Real Estate Brokers, Picton BIA and Wentworth Landscapes and Construction. CAFF’s programming partners include County Stage Company, The Department of Illumination, the Kingston Writers Festival, Prince Edward County Arts Council, the Downie-Wenjack Fund and Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na (TTO). CAFF is thrilled to have its’ accommodation partners, The Royal Hotel and Merrill House this year alongside its’ tourism partners Stay PEC and Visit the County, its’ community partners Books & Company, the Prince Edward County Public Library and County Transit as well as its’ media partners, 99.3 County FM, the Picton Gazette and The Wellington Times.

An A-Town adventure awaits! Digital travel leader Booking.com has teamed up with legendary Grammy Award-winning rapper, actor and philanthropist Ludacris for an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime, family-friendly experience at his iconic Atlanta mansion. For just $4.04, a nod to the renowned Atlanta area code, four lucky guests will have the opportunity to stay at Ludacris’ luxurious compound for a two-night stay starting on September 3, 2024, exclusively on Booking.com. This unique getaway offers an immersive experience into Ludacris’ world, featuring his personal touch and favorite family-friendly activities, with the added thrill of meeting Ludacris himself during the stay.

The Ludacris Welcome To Atlanta Summer Send-Off will include an itinerary curated by Ludacris featuring: 

• A 2-night stay on Ludacris’ sprawling 22 acre compound, his official residence since 2003. 
• A special 30-minute meet and greet with Ludacris, where guests will have an opportunity to chat with the star and take photos. 
• Bask in the Atlanta sun, paddleboat on the lake and enjoy a catered BBQ featuring delicious food grilled by a local chef. 
• A private screening in a lavish indoor theater, perfect for watching some of Ludacris’ most iconic movies. 
• Shoot hoops or serve aces on Ludacris’ private basketball and tennis courts for a friendly game of family competition. 
• Feel as if you’ve stepped into the beloved fast car movie franchise scene by getting chauffeured in a luxury ride for the duration of the experience. 
• Dinner at one of Ludacris’ favorite French restaurants, Le Bilboquet, in Buckhead with a menu worthy of Ludacris himself.
• Signed copies of Ludacris’ chart-topping albums, Word Of Mouf, Chicken-N-Beer and other favorite goodies to take home as keepsakes.

Almost two-thirds (62%)* of Canadians rank spending quality time as a family as the main motivator for traveling this year and Ludacris’ sprawling Atlanta estate is more than just a home – it’s a family’s paradise! Nestled amidst 22 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, this luxurious home even boasts an indoor movie theater. Outdoors, lucky guests can enjoy a full-size basketball court, tennis court, and a serene lake, perfect for relaxation and recreation. 

“I’m excited to be Booking.com’s newest host and welcome guests into my Atlanta home for the ultimate family getaway,” said Ludacris. “As a dad of four kids myself, family time is incredibly important to me, and I’m thrilled to open my home so guests can create unforgettable memories as a family. I’m all about making it easier for everyone to celebrate life’s special moments, and I appreciate how Booking.com makes it easy for everyone to experience the world. It’s going to be epic!”

The Ludacris Welcome To Atlanta Summer Send-Off will become bookable on a first-come, first-served basis for one booker plus three guests on August 28, 2024, at noon ET, for a two-night stay taking place on September 3-5, 2024, priced at only $4.04, an homage to Ludacris’ hometown area code. In addition to the two-night stay, the experience includes a full itinerary curated by Ludacris himself, a dedicated host, and airport transfers through Booking.com to experience Ludacris’ extravagant world.  

Members of Booking.com’s loyalty program, Genius, will get even more out of their experience. When booked by a Genius Level 3 member, Ludacris’ Welcome To Atlanta Summer Send-Off will be upgraded to personalized breakfast-in-bed from Ludacris’ favorite local cafe. Unlock Genius Level 1 status by simply creating a Booking.com account and automatically enjoy free lifetime access to exclusive travel rewards, starting from a 10% discount toward hundreds of thousands of accommodations and select car rental options, with even more rewards unlocked with each Genius level progression. 

This incredible stay at Ludacris’ A-Town pad is just one example of the many vacation homes and other unique places to stay that Booking.com offers. Whether looking for dreamy beach bungalows, treehouses, houseboats, lakeside cabins or high-end homes, Booking.com has something for everyone. With more than seven million reported listings in homes, apartments and other unique places to stay, and 45% of new listings getting booked within just a week of going live on the world’s leading travel platform, Booking.com knows how to turn hosts into superstars. Ludacris joins the ranks alongside other Booking.com celeb hosts including Martha Stewart, Mariah Carey, and Sarah Jessica Parker. 

For more information and for the chance to book check out: Booking.com The Ludacris Welcome To Atlanta Summer Send-Off.  

*Methodology: Travel Trends 2024 research commissioned by Booking.com and independently conducted among a sample of adults who took a leisure trip with an overnight stay in the last 12 months, plan to travel in 2024, and are involved in trip planning. The sample comprised of 32,300 respondents across 32 countries and territories (including 2,000 from the US) who were surveyed in January or February 2024

Oscar-winner Ariana DeBose stars as “Chef” in this genre-bending thriller that explores the chaos she encounters both in and out of the kitchen. HOUSE OF SPOILS arrives October 3, 2024 on Prime Video Canada.

This is the second feature film from Writers-Directors Bridget Savage Cole & Danielle Krudy. They previously co-directed Blow the Man Down.

House of Spoils continues a collaboration forged by Amazon MGM Studios and Blumhouse Television in 2019.

Food stylist Zoe Hegedus consulted on the film. Her previous credits include Midsommar, Poor Things, Dune: Part 1 and Dune: Part 2. She specializes in creating food for movies, TV series, immersive eating experiences, food installations and edible tablescapes.

Written and Directed by Bridget Savage Cole & Danielle Krudy

Produced by Greg Gilreath, Adam Hendricks, Drew Houpt, Alex Scharfman, Lucas Joaquin, Jason Blum

Executive Produced by Bridget Savage Cole, Danielle Krudy, Chris McCumber, Jeremy Gold, Chris Dickie

Starring Ariana DeBose, Barbie Ferreira, Arian Moayed, Amara Karan, Mikkel Bratt Silset and

Marton Csokas

Genre Horror/Suspense

Run Time 1h 41m

Logline

From Blumhouse, House of Spoils follows an ambitious chef (Ariana DeBose) as she opens a restaurant on a remote estate where she battles kitchen chaos, crushing self-doubts… and a haunting presence who threatens to sabotage her at every turn.

Today we get a new Featurette about what draw this star-studded Cast to TRANSFORMERS ONE. Paramount Pictures Canada release in theatres September 20, 2024.

SYNOPSIS:

TRANSFORMERS ONE is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. In the first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie, TRANSFORMERS ONE features a star-studded voice cast, including Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi with Laurence Fishburne and Jon Hamm.

Details:

“TRANSFORMERS ONE”

Executive Producers

Steven Spielberg, Zev Foreman, Olivier Dumont, Bradley J. Fischer, B.J. Farmer, Matt Quigg

Produced by

Lorenzo di Bonaventura, p.g.a., Tom DeSanto & Don Murphy, Michael Bay, Mark Vahradian, p.g.a.,

Aaron Dem, p.g.a.

Based on Hasbro’s Transformers™ Action Figures

Story by

Andrew Barrer & Gabriel Ferrari

Screenplay by

Eric Pearson and Andrew Barrer & Gabriel Ferrari

Directed by

Josh Cooley

CAST

Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, with Laurence Fishburne and Jon Hamm

CREDITS NOT YET FINAL

“Transformers One” has been rated PG for sci-fi violence and animated action throughout, and language.

Krispy Kreme Canada today announced it will be opening its first production site with a retail shop in Etobicoke on August 27. Situated at 2458 Lake Shore Blvd. W, Krispy Kreme® Lake Shore will be Canada’s sixteenth location and Toronto’s only inner-city Doughnut Factory, marking a new chapter in the brand’s Canadian journey.

This new location will offer visitors the opportunity to savour Krispy Kreme’s classic menu options, while getting a glimpse of the doughnut-making process firsthand. The brand’s iconic Hot Light, which will be proudly displayed in the front window of the Lake Shore location, will illuminate red to signal that Original Glazed® doughnuts are fresh off the line and are ready to be enjoyed warm. The new Doughnut Factory will also help ensure that Krispy Kreme’s fresh doughnuts are more accessible to Torontonians than ever before.

“We are delighted to expand with our newest location offering hot, freshly made doughnuts,” said Levi Hetrick, chief growth officer for Krispy Kreme Canada. “This milestone allows us to bring an enhanced Krispy Kreme experience to more fans all across the GTA.”

In celebration of its grand opening, Krispy Kreme Canada has exciting plans for doughnut enthusiasts. The first person in line will receive the honour of turning on the new location’s iconic Hot Light and the first 12 visitors in line will receive a coveted golden ticket, offering them a free dozen Original Glazed doughnuts each month for a year. Everyone who visits on opening day will also receive one free Original Glazed doughnut to enjoy and have the chance to take home Krispy Kreme Canada merchandise.

Starting August 27, customers can visit Krispy Kreme Lake Shore during expected hours of operation: Monday to Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. To learn more about Krispy Kreme Lake Shore, please visit krispykreme.ca and stay tuned on social media for exciting updates.

Connect with Krispy Kreme Canada
Website: www.krispykreme.ca
Instagram: @krispykremecan
Facebook: @KrispyKremeCanada
X: @krispykremecan

About Krispy Kreme Canada

Krispy Kreme began making the world famous Original Glazed® doughnut over 85 years ago. It was December 11th, 2001 that the experience came to Canada with our first store in Mississauga, Ontario. Soon after, our first store opened in Quebec in Montreal. From then on, Krispy Kreme became a destination for those looking to experience the magic of our hot and fresh doughnuts and coffee. Krispy Kreme Canada currently has 16 locations across the country and is continuing to expand. To learn more about Krispy Kreme in Canada, please visit www.krispykreme.ca.

About Krispy Kreme

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed® doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in 40 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 15,500 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities, and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at www.krispykreme.com and follow us on social: X, Instagram and Facebook.  

Paramount+ today debuted the official trailer and key art for the highly anticipated second season of TULSA KING, starring Oscar® nominee Sylvester Stallone. The service also announced Grammy®-nominated country star Jelly Roll will cameo in the upcoming season and the explosive new trailer features a sneak peak of the country star’s unreleased song “Get By,” from his upcoming sophomore album. The series premieres Sunday, September 15, in Canada, the U.S. and internationally. TULSA KING is executive produced by Oscar® nominee Taylor Sheridan, Oscar® nominee and writer Terence Winter, and multi-award-nominated director Craig Zisk and is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios exclusively for Paramount+.

In season two, Dwight (Stallone) and his crew continue to build up and defend their growing empire in Tulsa, but just as they get their bearings, they realize that they’re not the only ones who want to stake their claim. With looming threats from the Kansas City mob and a very powerful local businessman, Dwight struggles to keep his family and crew safe while keeping track of all his affairs. Plus, he still has unfinished business back in New York.

TULSA KING also stars Martin Starr, Jay Will, Max Casella, Vincent Piazza, Tatiana Zappardino, Annabella Sciorra, Neal McDonough, Frank Grillo, Domenick Lombardozzi, Andrea Savage, Garrett Hedlund and Dana Delany.

In addition to Taylor Sheridan, Terence Winter and Craig Zisk, TULSA KING is executive produced by David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Sylvester Stallone, Braden Aftergood and Keith Cox, and is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.

TULSA KING is part of Sheridan’s growing slate on Paramount+, which includes YELLOWSTONE, 1883, MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN, LAWMEN: BASS REEVES, the upcoming LANDMAN and THE MADISON, and the upcoming second seasons of LIONESS and 1923.

All nine episodes of the first season of TULSA KING are available to stream exclusively on Paramount+. For more information about Paramount+ and TULSA KING, please visit www.paramountplus.com and follow @ParamountPlusCA and @TulsaKingTV on Facebook, and @TulsaKing on TikTok, Instagram and X.

After a litany or raves at TIFF ’23, Anna Kendrick‘s directorial debut WOMAN OF THE HOUR is hitting theatres Friday, October 11, 2024!

Details:

Directed By: Anna Kendrick

Starring: Anna Kendrick, Tony Hals, Daniel Zovatto, Autumn Best and Nicolette Robinson

Synopsis: Rodney Alcala was a killer in the midst of a killing spree when he brazenly took part and won a date on the popular TV game show “The Dating Game”.

(Photo/video credit: VVS Films)

Today, Disney+ announced that Original limited series “La Máquina” starring Gael García Bernal, Diego Luna and Eiza González will premiere with all six episodes on October 9, 2024 exclusively on Disney+ in Canada.

After a devastating loss, Esteban “La Máquina” Osuna (Gael García Bernal) is at a low point in his boxing career. Lucky for him, his manager and best friend Andy Lujan (Diego Luna) is determined to get him back on top. But when a nefarious organization rears its head, the stakes of this rematch become life or death. While struggling to mount a comeback, Esteban must also juggle his own personal demons and protect his family, including his ex-wife Irasema (Eiza González), a journalist who finds herself on a collision course with the dark side of the boxing world.

The series stars Gael García Bernal, Diego Luna, Eiza González, Jorge Perugorría, Andrés Delgado, Karina Gidi, Dariam Coco, and Lucía Méndez.

“La Máquina” is produced by Searchlight Television, and Gael García Bernal (“Y tu mamá también,” “Coco”) and Diego Luna’s (“Y tu mamá también,” “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” “Pan y Circo,” “Andor”) banner La Corriente del Golfo, and will stream on Disney’s DTC platforms. Marco Ramirez (“Daredevil”) serves as executive producer and showrunner, with Bernal, Luna, Gerardo Gatica, Leandro Halperín, Adam Fishbach, and Kyzza Terrazas onboard as executive producers. Gabriel Ripstein (“600 Miles,” “An Unknown Enemy”) will direct.

Robust parental controls ensure that Disney+ remains a suitable viewing experience for everyone in the family. Subscribers can set access limits on mature content and create PIN-protected profiles alongside the already existing Junior Mode profiles to give parents and guardians peace of mind.