Today Prime Video announced the highly anticipated film Pimpinero: Blood and Oil will launch exclusively on Friday, November 22, 2024 on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. The launch comes following the film’s official selection and world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, as well as featuring at prestigious film festivals around the world, including Rio International Film Festival, Festival Internacional de Cine de Morelia, Cine Latino Film Festival, New York Latino Film Festival, among others.

Pimpinero: Blood and Oil is set in the desert bordering Colombia and Venezuela, where gasoline smugglers known as “pimpineros” risk their lives transporting illegal fuel from one country to another. When Juan (Alejandro Speitzer) – the youngest in a clan of three brothers entangled in this perilous trade – is forced to work for a sinister rival, the underbelly of the business is laid bare with tragic consequences. Determined to uncover the gruesome secrets that shroud this no-man’s-land, Juan’s girlfriend Diana (Laura Osma) embarks on a quest for the truth.

Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Andrés Baiz (Griselda, Narcos, The Hidden Face), the film marks Baiz’ triumphant return to the big screen after a successful career directing global series. Pimpinero: Blood and Oil explores the powerful and universal themes of borders and family bonds, making it a must-watch for audiences around the world. The highly celebrated cast includes Alberto Guerra (Griselda), Alejandro Speitzer (La Cabeza de Joaquin Murrieta), Laura Osma (Goles en contra), and multi-award winning Grammy® artist Juanes.

The film is produced by production company Dynamo. It’s written by María Camila Arias (Birds of Passage) and directed, written and produced by Andrés Baiz (Griselda, Narcos, The Hidden Face). The production team includes Andrés Calderón (La Cabeza de Joaquin Murrieta, Narcos) as a producer and Cyndi Rojas (Mile 22) as an associate producer.

Pimpinero: Blood and Oil adds to Prime Video’s growing selection of International Originals, including recent global hits; My Fault (‘Culpa Mía’), Maxton Hall – The World Between Us, and Golden Globe winner Argentina 1985, as well as upcoming titles such as Your Fault (Culpa Tuya), Freedom (‘Libre’), and The Red Virgin (‘La Virgen Roja’). This is in addition to Canadian-produced Originals, such as The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal, and upcoming series, The Sticky. As well as global Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies, such as The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Road House, Saltburn, and The Idea of You. This is all available with a Prime membership. Prime subscribers in Canada can enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership for just $9.99 per month or $99 per year.

Prepare to sink your teeth into a dining experience like no other as ANIML Steakhouse, INK Entertainment’s latest culinary masterpiece, prepares to unveil its doors on Friday, November 15th. This luxurious haven is poised to redefine the art of dining, blending sophistication with a primal allure.

We had the pleasure of previewing the space, some nibbles and drinks from the sophisticated menu of offerings.

ANIML marks an exciting new venture and partnership between Charles Khabouth, Danny Soberano of INK Entertainment, Sacha Elwakeel and Maher Murshed. Together, they introduce a refined concept that celebrates indulgence and elegance.

“Animl represents a new era in the steakhouse experience,” said Charles Khabouth, Founder and CEO of INK Entertainment. “We created a discreet and cozy space, moving away from traditional, massive steakhouses. Animl is about redefining the concept, offering an elevated journey from the interior design to the overall experience.

ANIML Steakhouse offers modern interpretations of classic steakhouse favourites. From dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood to indulgent sides, every dish is crafted to satisfy your cravings and feed your wildest instincts.

The culinary team is led by Executive Chef Marc Cheng, who brings a wealth of experience from his time at the award-winning restaurant George and other notable venues such as Patria and Clio. Growing up in the 70s and 80s, he infuses his upbringing into a modern interpretation of what a classical steakhouse can be in 2024.

Chef de Cuisine Michael Degrazia joins the team with over two decades of experience, honing his skills in some of the finest kitchens across British Columbia before returning to Toronto. Previously at Alo Bar, his artistic background informs his innovative approach to flavours and textures, enhancing the guest experience that ANIML aims to deliver

Drawing inspiration from the rich cultural tapestry of the past, ANIML’s design creates an inviting and dynamic space that encourages exploration and indulgence. Designed by the award-winning Toronto-based design studio NIVEK REMAS, the restaurant’s captivating interiors transport patrons back to the lavish excess of the 1970s. “ANIML invites you to unapologetically come as you are. The exotic interior exudes enigma and glamour, paying homage to the untamed spirit of the Art Deco era, the party days of Studio 54, and the extravagant lifestyle of the 1970s,” said Kevin Chan and Samer Shaath, partners and co-founders of NIVEK REMAS.

High lacquer wood panelling, gold leaf ceilings, antique mirrors, and graphic marbles envelop the space, while lush velvets, animal prints, and fringe create a tactile experience of mystery and opulence. Each meticulously curated element invites guests to savour a dining experience reminiscent of Studio 54. At the center of it all is a stunning upside-down mirror-encased bull that dazzles above patrons.

Location: 420A Wellington Street W, Toronto

Hours of Operation for ANIML:

Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday/Wednesday/Sunday: 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Thursday/Friday/Saturday: 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Cocktail Bar: Open every night until 2 AM

For more information, visit animlsteakhouse.com or Follow Animl on Instagram @animl.toronto

ANIML Steakhouse. Elegantly untamed.

ABOUT INK ENTERTAINMENT

INK Entertainment Group is a leading North American lifestyle and entertainment company. Operating since 1982, INK Entertainment Group has demonstrated an enviable ability to read the pulse of ever-changing cultural times and tastes, responding with a host of successful enterprises.

Headquartered in Toronto and Miami and helmed by visionary entrepreneurs Charles Khabouth and Danny Soberano. INK Entertainment Group’s innovative approach, fusing dining, lifestyle, entertainment, hospitality and design is devoted to creating extraordinary experiences throughout its proprietary brands, including notable restaurant brands Akira Back, Amal (Toronto & Miami), Byblos (Toronto & Miami), Daphne, Level 6 (Miami), KŌST, Margo, Patria, Pink Sky, Sofia Yorkville, Sofia Design District (Miami), STORYS Building, and Ultra; private members’ club Clio; Several trendy clubs including REBEL, Cabana Pool Bar, DPrtmnt, Mister C, and Dragonfly Nightclub; and Taglialatella Galleries (Toronto, New York & Paris) INK also notably produces Canada’s largest annual music festival, VELD.

INK Entertainment Group also teamed up with several significant industry partners including Loews Hotels & Resorts and Lifetime Developments to launch Bisha Hotel & Residences, the newest private label hotel and residence brand to originate in Toronto since The Four Seasons in the 1960s.

How cool is it that this is filming in our City? Toronto’s Daniel Roher already has established himself as an Oscar-winning Filmmaker with his Documentary NAVALNY. He tries his hand at fiction with TUNER, a Crime Thriller filming around town which centers on a piano tuner who realizes his skills also can be applied towards cracking safes!

You know how much I adore HBO‘s THE WHITE LOTUS and we still haven’t forgotten English Actor Leo Woodall‘s amazing turn as Jack in season two of the acclaimed series. After stealing hearts on Netflix‘s ONE DAY, he steps-up to a leading role here in TUNER, having not long ago wrapped on NUREMBERG alongside Michael Shannon, Rami Malek and Russell Crowe. But most excitingly, he stars opposite Renee Zellweger in next year’s BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY. This is huge!

And did we mention that Woodall’s Co-Stars in TUNER include two-time Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman and rising star Havana Rose Liu (Bottoms, No Exit)?

Woodall has been spotted around town on weekends as his partner Meghann Fahy, who also starred in The White Lotus’ second season, has been in and out of the City visiting. They were spotted around Ossington together, turning heads!

So thrilled to finally meet Woodall as he was filming in St. James Town, so kind to stop for a selfie after a long day on-set. Liu also was on-set that day, and I’m ecstastic to have met her too. Have loved everything I’ve seen her in so far. Cannot wait for TUNER, which gets a Canadian release through Elevation Pictures.

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

However you celebrate, the holidays start on Netflix. And this year, they’re bigger than ever. Whether it’s watching heartwarming holiday rom-coms like The Merry Gentlemen, Our Little Secret, Meet Me Next Christmas and Hot Frosty with friends and wine, or holiday animation like Spellbound and That Christmas while snuggling with the kids by the fire, we’ve got you covered. We even have the Christmas Eve set thrillers Carry-On and Black Doves for the adrenaline junkies.

And it doesn’t stop there. We have two Christmas Day NFL Games to get your live sports fix, a cozy new holiday game, A Virgin River Christmas, and please, please, please enjoy your new favorite holiday variety music special A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter. When you’ve maxed out on eggnog and are looking for the ultimate dead-week binge, let the games begin with season 2 of our Most Popular series of all time, Squid Game, or curl up on the couch with season 6 of Virgin River.

From onscreen to under the tree, we’ve also got the perfect gifts for the Netflix megafan in your life. Help bring The Ton to life with The Official Bridgerton Cookbook, the Bridgerton x Williams Sonoma hosting collection, or tickets to experience the iconic soundtrack IRL at the sensational Bridgerton Candlelight concert. Cheers your favorite player with a bottle of Johnnie Walker Black Label Squid Game Edition or gift your favorite New Yorker tickets to Squid Game: The Experience. Bring The Upside Down inside with the Polly Pocket x Stranger Things compact playset or a Demogorgon Squishmallow. Countdown to Christmas with the Netflix Collectibles Advent Calendar. Check out Netflix.Shop for even more.

Disney+ released a brand-new trailer Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew,” a fun and exciting, original, live-action series starring Jude Law as a mysterious character (“Jod”) whose true motives are shrouded in mystery.

“Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” follows the journey of four kids who make a mysterious discovery on their seemingly safe home planet, then get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy. Finding their way home—and meeting unlikely allies and enemies—will be a greater adventure than they ever imagined.

The series stars Jude Law, Ravi Cabot-Conyers, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Kyriana Kratter, Robert Timothy Smith, Tunde Adebimpe, Kerry Condon and Nick Frost. Episodes are directed by Jon Watts, David Lowery, the Daniels (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert), Jake Schreier, Bryce Dallas Howard and Lee Isaac Chung,

Jon Watts and Christopher Ford are the head writers and also serve as executive producers along with Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Kathleen Kennedy and Colin Wilson. Chris Buongiorno, Karen Gilchrist and Carrie Beck are the co-executive producers, and Susan McNamara and John Bartnicki are the producers.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” launches on Monday, December 2, the first two episodes arriving at 6:00 p.m. PST / 9:00 p.m. EST

We get a new Trailer for the star-studded SPELLBOUND, coming November 22, 2024 to Netflix!

DIRECTOR: Vicky Jenson

WRITTEN BY: Lauren Hynek & Elizabeth Martin and Julia Miranda

PRODUCERS: John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Bruce Anderson for Skydance Animation

PROD. COMPANY: Skydance Animation

SCORE BY: Alan Menken

SONGS BY: Alan Menken and Glenn Slater

CAST: Rachel Zegler, John Lithgow, Jenifer Lewis, Tituss Burgess, Nathan Lane with Javier Bardem and Nicole Kidman.

“An Original Fairy Tale Take on a Modern Story”

“For me, the story [of Spellbound] is even more universal than the specifics of this family dynamic. For me, it speaks to kids and their parents, to the kind of alienation that can happen as we grow up, and the steps we have to make towards each other to weather it together and come through the other side with better understanding.”

• Director Vicky Jenson to Tudum.com

“I hope that audiences will see how incredible the art of animation is when it comes to teaching tough lessons to the next generation. Spellbound handles delicate subjects with a lot of beautiful imagery, music, and an allegorical approach to real life issues that kids sometimes face.”

• Rachel Zegler, voice of Ellian, to Tudum.com

Synopsis:

Spellbound follows the adventures of Ellian, the tenacious young daughter of the rulers of Lumbria who must go on a daring quest to save her family and kingdom after a mysterious spell transforms her parents into monsters. Spellbound is directed by Vicky Jenson (Shrek) with original score from EGOT-winning composer Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast) and lyrics by Glenn Slater (Tangled). A Netflix Film from Skydance Animation, Spellbound boasts an all-star voice cast led by Rachel Zegler, John Lithgow, Jenifer Lewis, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, with Javier Bardem, and Nicole Kidman. Spellbound is written by Lauren Hynek & Elizabeth Martin and Julia Miranda and produced by John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Bruce Anderson for Skydance Animation.

Welcome to The Clubhouse, Canada! Rogers Communications announced today that Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen joins Bravo, further strengthening Bravo’s lineup of the brand’s biggest unscripted franchises – Below Deck, Summer House, Southern Charm, Top Chef, Vanderpump Rules, and more.

“We’re excited to further expand the Bravo Clubhouse in Canada,” said Andy Cohen, Host and Executive Producer, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen. “Our fans are the not-so-secret ingredient to WWHL’s interactive format, so the opportunity to reach even more of our global audience and include them in on the fun is a huge win.”

Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen has become a nightly destination for A-listers including Meryl Streep, Cher, Oprah, Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Reynolds, Jennifer Lawrence, Mariah Carey, Will Ferrell and Gwyneth Paltrow. And, whether “Pleading the Fifth” or “Opening The Vault,” endless memorable moments have been revealed as host Andy Cohen continues to welcome some of the biggest celebrities and ‘Bravolebrities’ on the late night television series, which celebrated its 15th anniversary this year.

Since returning to Canada this fall, Bravo has reached more than 2M Canadians in its first month on television, with the season premiere of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City more than tripling its previous season premiere’s A25-54 audience, now that the series is on Bravo*. ‘Bravoholics’ have shared their excitement to finally have Bravo – the premier lifestyle and entertainment brand – in Canada:

@rhothfashion, “Being able to watch Bravo live like my American friend after so many years feels like a fever dream. I’m so incredibly grateful you are finally broadcasting to Canada! Watching the RHOC marathon last night was surreal. Thank you thank you thank you!

@justyworld, “Can we get WWHL pls”

@omissweetntreats, “Are we going to get WWHL with Bravo Canada???”

@bravobee_, “It’s what we deserve”

Bravo features 17 of the top 20 performing Bravo shows from the previous broadcaster*** including new seasons of the biggest Bravo hits – The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, The Real Housewives of New York City, Below Deck Sailing Yacht, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Southern Charm, and The Real Housewives of Potomac, plus returning seasons of Bravo’s biggest unscripted franchises – Below Deck, Summer House, Top Chef, Vanderpump Rules and more.

Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen starts Sunday, Nov. 3 on Bravo and Citytv+. Catch up anytime on demand or stream the show on Citytv+. Visit citytv.com/bravo for the show schedule.

Canadians can watch the Bravo channel through their TV service providers and on Citytv+ through Amazon Prime Video Channels.

Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen is produced by Embassy Row with Michael Davies, Deirdre Connolly, John Jude Schultz and Andy Cohen serving as executive producers.

Toronto residents are in for a treat as Crumbl – The Well, the latest addition to the Crumbl franchise, is set to open its doors on Friday, November 1, 2024 at 8am.

The store will be open from 8am to midnight on Grand Opening Day and aims to bring the community
together over a shared love for Crumbl’s delicious desserts. Community members and dessert lovers are
invited to join the celebration!

Beginning Monday, November 4 through Tuesday, December 3, use code ONTHEWELL in the app to
redeem a free chocolate chip cookie in-store only!

Meet the Owners
Shawn and Leigh (photographed above) were born and raised in the beautiful city of Toronto and have been best friends for over 20 years. They are both entrepreneurs coming from the travel and live event space, and share their passions for all-things sports, traveling, and you guessed it: cookies.

They can’t wait to serve Toronto the world’s most featured desserts, and look forward to connecting with
their community through the newest Crumbl location! Leigh and Shawn, along with their dedicated crew,
have meticulously prepared the Crumbl – The Well location to deliver an irresistible experience to
customers.

Store Details
The team at Crumbl – The Well looks forward to serving the community with a weekly rotating menu of
sweet desserts. The store is located at 422 Front St W, in The Well near Lululemon and Sephora.
● Store hours are 8am to 10pm on weekdays and 8am to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays
● The store is closed on Sundays
To learn more, visit the Crumbl – The Well website at https://crumblcookies.com/onthewell

We had the joy of checking-out this new location. Highlights here!

About Crumbl
Crumbl is a popular dessert franchise with a mission to bring friends and family together over the best
desserts in the world. Crumbl was founded in 2017 in Logan, Utah, by Jason McGowan and Sawyer
Hemsley. In just seven years, Crumbl has grown from a humble cookie shop to the fastest-growing dessert chain in the US, with over 1,000 locations across the USA, Canada and Puerto Rico. Its rotating menu offers new flavors every week, while regularly bringing back crowd favorites and unique original recipes, all served up in Crumbl’s iconic Pink Boxes. For weekly lineups, don’t miss the weekly flavor drops posted every Sunday at 6pm MST on all of Crumbl’s social media accounts. Visit Crumbl online at
crumblcookies.com, on social media (@crumbl.ca), or at any of its locations.

The game is about to begin again. The teaser trailer for the highly anticipated second season of Squid Game has arrived. Unveiled for the first time at Lucca Comics & Games, Europe’s biggest Comic Con, where tens of thousands of fans gathered for this sneak peek of the new season. Fans were also treated to an in-person appearance by stars Lee Jung-jae, Wi Ha-jun, and director Hwang Dong-hyuk, adding to the excitement.

Created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, Squid Game quickly became a global juggernaut following its debut in 2021. After 12 years in development, it took just 12 days for it to become Netflix’s most popular series ever. Capturing the world’s attention, it dominated the Global Top 10 for nine consecutive weeks — a first for any non-English series — and made history with groundbreaking Emmy wins.

Season 2 raises the stakes, with Lee Jung-jae reprising his role as Seong Gi-hun, also known as Player 456. With a hardened demeanor and the scars of past games, Gi-hun is on a desperate mission to expose the deadly truth of the competition. Yet, his warnings go unheeded, and tensions rise as fellow players question his intentions. The teaser also shows the return of Lee Byung-hun as the mysterious Front Man, whose true motivations remain cloaked in secrecy, while Wi Ha-jun’s Hwang Jun-ho is back, driving the narrative forward as the relentless detective on a mission of his own.

There’s no stopping the game — are you ready to play?

Squid Game Season 2 premieres globally on December 26, 2024 only on Netflix.

Paramount Pictures Canada x Mr. Will are thrilled to give readers a chance to win passes to an Advance Screening of GLADIATOR II.

Screenings take place:

TORONTO

Date: Tuesday, November 19th

Time: 7:00PM

Location: Cineplex Cinemas Yonge-Dundas & VIP IMAX

VANCOUVER

Date: Tuesday, November 19th

Time: 7:00PM

Location: Scotiabank Theatre Vancouver AVX

MONTREAL – ENG

Date: Tuesday, November 19th

Time: 7:00PM

Location: Cineplex Cinemas Banque Scotia Montreal IMAX

MONTREAL – FRE

Date: Tuesday, November 19th

Time: 7:00PM

Location: Cineplex Cinemas Quartier Latin

EDMONTON

Date: Tuesday, November 19th

Time: 7:00PM

Location: Scotiabank Theatre Edmonton IMAX

Synopsis: From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.

To enter for a chance to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK, IG or X! In the comments tell us which City/language you are signing-up for and also tag a friend you’ll bring with you. Enter as many times as you wish!

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Paramount Pictures Canada release GLADIATOR II November 22, 2024.

(Photo/video credit: Paramount Pictures Canada)