We finally get a new Trailer for this exciting Holiday release – OUR LITTLE SECRET, starring Lindsay Lohan, penned by Toronto’s own Hailey DeDominicis! Arrives November 27, 2024 on Netflix.
LOGLINE: Two resentful exes are forced to spend Christmas under the same roof after discovering that their current partners are siblings.
DIRECTOR: Stephen Herek
WRITER: Hailey DeDominicis
PRODUCERS: Lisa Gooding, Mike Elliott
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Lindsay Lohan, Joseph P. Genier
CAST: Lindsay Lohan, Ian Harding, Tim Meadows, Jon Rudnitsky, Henry Czerny, Judy Reyes, Chris Parnell and Kristin Chenoweth, Dan Bucatinsky, Katie Baker, Jake Brennan, Ash Santos, Brian Unger
Take a look behind the scenes of A COMPLETE UNKNOWN. Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A COMPLETE UNKNOWN follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician BOB DYLAN’s (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts – his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation – culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. A Film By James Mangold. Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, Monica Barbaro, Boyd Holbrook, Norbert Leo Butz, Dan Fogler, and Scoot McNairy.
Searchlight Pictures release A COMPLETE UNKNOWN this Christmas.
(Photo/video credit: Searchlight Pictures)
Samsonite, the global leader in premium travel gear, has reached new heights in innovation by sending its lightest-ever suitcase, Proxis, to the edge of space. In collaboration with the pioneers at Sent Into Space, this groundbreaking launch, which took place just outside Las Vegas, Nevada, showcases the remarkable fusion of travel technology and aerospace innovation. The Proxis suitcase, designed with cutting-edge materials, returned to Earth fully intact, demonstrating Samsonite’s commitment to both durability and forward-thinking design.
Designed to redefine travel, Proxis features Samsonite’s groundbreaking Roxkin™ outer shell, renowned for its remarkable combination of lightness and strength. Weighing just 4.6 lbs, Proxis was selected for this space-bound mission, showcasing the brand’s relentless drive to push the boundaries of what’s possible, not just on Earth but beyond.
“Sending Proxis into space is a bold testament to our century-long commitment to durability and design. This experiment with ‘Sent Into Space’ demonstrates how our case delivers performance under the most challenging conditions, withstanding not only the rigors of Earthbound travel but also the ultimate test – space- exemplifying the remarkable balance we’ve achieved between lightweight design and rugged durability, setting a new standard in the luggage industry”, says Erin Renolds, Brand Manager Canada.
The launch, held under the crystal-blue sky at a secure launch site in the Mojave Desert, attracted an intimate crowd of space enthusiasts and industry insiders. As the Proxis ascended into the edge of space reaching a height of over 130,000 feet, it embodied a message of limitless exploration and adventure—a new frontier for the future of travel.
The journey was accomplished using stratospheric balloon technology, leveraging the natural buoyancy of renewable hydrogen gas to lift Proxis high into the region of Near Space. The one-of-a-kind spacecraft, designed by Sent Into Space engineers, was equipped with a flight computer with satellite and radio communications systems that allowed the team on the ground to track the craft’s position in real-time and recover it swiftly on its return to Earth. A self-deploying parachute system brought the craft down at a safe and controlled speed, while a fleet of 360° and 4K camera systems documented the incredible journey.
“The Proxis was a perfect passenger for our flight,” said Sent Into Space’s Head of Projects, Dr Chris Rose, “Incredibly robust, even in the freezing vacuum of space where the temperature drops below -65°C, but light enough to meet our stringent weight requirements—I’d love to take one on every spaceflight!”
Upon its return to Earth, the Proxis suitcase landed flawlessly, completely intact and without a single scratch. The advanced design and durability of Samsonite’s Roxkin™ outer shell were put to the ultimate test, enduring the extreme conditions of space travel and the controlled descent through the atmosphere. This extraordinary feat reinforces Samsonite’s commitment to creating resilient, high-performance travel gear that not only withstands the rigors of Earthbound travel but proves itself in even the most extreme environments.
This was a real-world demonstration of the Samsonite Proxis’ strength and lightness. This test was achieved with no artificial intelligence involvement.
Get ready to indulge in the most salacious guilty pleasure of the year! Today, Prime Video unveiled the enticing official trailer and key art for Cruel Intentions and announced all eight episodes of the highly anticipated series will premiere November 21, 2024 in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. Twenty-five years after the iconic film captivated audiences with its provocative drama, sex, and scandal, this series introduces a new class of cruel characters who are ready to take their games and manipulation to a whole new level. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the film or new to the twisted tale, the series promises binge-worthy fun that audiences won’t want to miss.
In this new adaptation, Cruel Intentions follows the elite students of Manchester College, a Washington, D.C.-adjacent university, where reputation means everything, fraternities and sororities are the gold standard, and two ruthless step-siblings, Caroline Merteuil and Lucien Belmont, will do anything to stay on top of the cutthroat social hierarchy. After a brutal hazing incident threatens the entire Greek Life system, they’ll do whatever is necessary to preserve their power and reputation – even if that means seducing Annie Grover, the daughter of the Vice President of the United States. Hearts will be broken, loyalties will be tested, and secrets will be revealed in this modern-day royal court that is Manchester College.
Cruel Intentions stars Sarah Catherine Hook as “Caroline Merteuil”, Zac Burgess as “Lucien Belmont”, Savannah Lee Smith as “Annie Grover”, Sara Silva as “Cece Carroway”, John Harlan Kim as “Blaise Powell”, Khobe Clarke as “Scott Russell”, Sean Patrick Thomas as “Professor Hank Chadwick”, and Brooke Lena Johnson as “Beatrice Worth”.
The series is produced by Sony Pictures Television, Amazon MGM Studios, and Original Film. Sara Goodman and Phoebe Fisher serve as co-showrunners, writers, and executive producers. Neal H. Moritz and Pavun Shetty of Original Film also executive produce along with Roger Kumble. Moritz produced the original film, which was written and directed by Kumble. Bruce Mellon along with Andrea Iervolino and Monika Bacardi of Iervolino & Bacardi Entertainment are producers.
Melissa Barrera‘s star continues to rise and it should come as no surprise. She’s absolutely magnetic. She was stellar in Starz series LIFE, enchanting in Jon M. Chu‘s IN THE HEIGHTS and she branded herself a Scream Queen with starring roles in SCREAM and SCREAM VI. Barrera even starred TIFF selection Carmen, the directorial debut of Benjamin Millepied.
The Actress is now in Toronto filming an upcoming Peacock Spy Thriller series alongside Simu Liu, Brian d’Arcy James and more and will be here for about five months. Amidst her busy filming schedule, she found time to promote her acclaimed anti-Rom-Com-Horror YOUR MONSTER, which won raves at Sundance. It gets a release here this Friday, October 25, 2024 via Renaissance Media.
And guess what? She popped-in to surprise fans at a screening of the Film last night at Cineplex Yonge & Dundas!
See the Trailer:
The Film is a delight! Think, a very dark quirky cousin to Beauty & The Beast! With Musical Numbers too!
(Photo/video credit: Renaissance Media/Mr. Will Wong)
Emmy-nominated Actor LEWIS PULLMAN was in Toronto recently for a two-night engagement at Toronto’s Horseshoe Tavern with his Indie band ATTA BOY. The Band, for which he drums, also includes Actress Eden Brolin (daughter of Josh), supported Richy Mitch & the Coal Miners at the intimate show, which drew a packed house both nights.
The son of legendary star Bill Pullman is continuing the family legacy with a superb body of work including very memorable roles in LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY and TOP GUN: MAVERICK. He appears next as Sentry in Marvel‘s THUNDERBOLTS which includes a very star-studded Cast led by Florence Pugh.
Pullman is so down-to-earth and was very casually hanging at the bar throughout the show, chatting with attendees and fans. He was so nice about it, introducing himself to me as if I had no idea who he was. Of course we know who you are, STAR!
See our Snap:
(Photo/video credit: Marvel/Mr. Will Wong)
Featuring songs from the viral band Rare Americans. This animated punk rock musical is the first animated feature film for Crooked City Studios and Solis Animation. The Film makes its premiere in North America at SPARK ANIMATION 2024!
Set in 1993, (S)KiDS follows a group of disaffected teens navigating their last year of high school as they uncover a dark truth about their Principal.
DIRECTOR: Les Solis
ANIMATION DIRECTOR: Lou Solis
WRITER: Les Solis (screenplay)
STORY BY: Jared Priestner and James Priestner
PRODUCER: Leah Solis
EDITORS: Greg Zajac and Sean Janisse
ORIGINAL SONGS: Rare Americans
ORIGINAL SCORE: Jan Cajka
STARRING: James Priestner, Will Letos, Les Solis, Cameron Lovell, Michele Garceau, Duran Ritz
“Bringing (S)KiDS to life was a whirlwind two-year adventure. This 80+ minute punk rock musical was realized through the dedicated efforts of 20 talented artists who became dear friends. As we prepare for the North American premiere at Spark Animation, we reflect on current events, with protests erupting on college campuses worldwide, often met with brutal crackdowns. The story of (S)KiDS and its punk rock idealism debuts at a time when younger generations are more aware and empathetic than ever, challenging our moral courage to speak out,” says (S)KiDS screenwriter-director Les Solis.
“(S)KiDS is my favorite recording experience in my career. When we started writing (S)KiDS two years ago, I knew it was a bold project to tackle. How many independent bands have you heard of making a feature-length animated punk rock musical?! The recording process was intense and, short of a better word, almost magical. We recorded 23 songs in less than three weeks, working 12 hours a day. We set up a makeshift studio at my brother’s house, stayed there, ate every meal together, and listened to the songs we just recorded as we ate. It was a collective effort by everyone to get this project over the finish line! I am so excited for our fans to see it around the world,” adds Rare Americans frontman and (S)KiDS co-creator James Priestner.
“(S)KiDS was born out of a collaboration with independent band Rare Americans. As an independently run studio ourselves, the story of being misunderstood outcasts rang true for both our camps. Having our North Americna Premiere at Spark Animation helps to assure us that maybe our little group of Canadian punk-rockers, in torn jeans and safety-pinned shirts, might actually belong somewhere. Maybe there are a lot more outcasts like us than we realize,” says (S)KiDS animation director Lou Solis.
“We are extremely excited that (S)KiDS will North American premiere at this year’s Spark Animation. It’s such a unique film that features entirely new songs by Rare Americans and showcases our animation, which is aesthetically different from a lot of styles currently out there. We’re really hoping that this labour of love will broaden our reach and continue to unlock more opportunities to welcome more people into this special community we’ve been building these last few years,” comments (S)KiDS producer Leah Solis.
Crunchyroll, the global brand for anime, is announcing today that iconic Japanese vocalist Ado will embark on her second world tour, Ado WORLD TOUR 2025 “Hibana” Powered by Crunchyroll, reaching even more fans worldwide next year.
Ado WORLD TOUR 2025 “Hibana” Powered by Crunchyroll is gearing up to be one of the biggest world tours ever organized by a Japanese artist, a strong follow up to her first-ever, sold-out world tour this year, “Wish” Powered by Crunchyroll. Starting at Tokyo’s iconic Saitama Super Arena next April, Ado will light up over 30 cities worldwide before closing out in Honolulu, Hawaii next August.
“If my first world tour embodied my ‘Wish,’ then my second will ignite the spark I want to light in the world,” said Ado. “I named this tour ‘Hibana,’ meaning ‘spark’ in Japanese, to carry my heritage with me on this journey. I aim to show my growth since the ‘Wish’ tour and deliver my best performances yet.”
Known both for her vibrant voice and her mysterious identity, Ado has captured hearts in Japan and global audiences alike. Her vocals can be heard coloring the soundtracks of SPY x FAMILY and ONE PIECE FILM: RED, of which “New Genesis”, the film’s title track, peaked at #1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart and Apple Music’s Top 100: Global Chart.
A special presale for Crunchyroll fans will open on Tuesday, Nov 19th, 2024. The presale code will be available on Crunchyroll News. General onsale will be Nov 22, 2024 for all markets. Further details on ticket sales, including details on presale timing for each available market, will be available on the official tour website.
Tour website: https://sp.universal-music.co.jp/ado/hibana/
“Hibana” Powered by Crunchyroll Tour Schedule:
| Date | City | Venue |
| April 26 | Saitama | Saitama Super Arena |
| April 27 | Saitama | Saitama Super Arena |
| May 4 | Bangkok | IMPACT Exhibition 5-6 |
| May 8 | Manila | Mall of Asia Arena |
| May 11 | Taipei | Linkou Arena |
| May 15 | Seoul | KINTEX Hall 9 |
| May 18 | Hong Kong | AsiaWorld-Arena |
| May 21 | Singapore | Singapore Indoor Stadium |
| May 25 | Sydney | Qudos Bank Arena |
| May 27 | Melbourne | Rod Laver Arena |
| June 10 | Antwerp | Sportpaleis |
| June 14 | Copenhagen | Royal Arena |
| June 17 | Berlin | Uber Arena |
| June 19 | London | O2 Arena |
| June 21 | Amsterdam | Ziggo Dome |
| June 25 | Paris | Accor Arena |
| June 29 | Barcelona | Palau St. Jordi |
| July 2 | Milan | Unipol Forum |
| July 10 | Seattle, WA | Tacoma Dome |
| July 13 | San Jose, CA | SAP Center |
| July 16 | Los Angeles, CA | Crypto.com Arena |
| July 19 | Phoenix, AZ | Footprint Center |
| July 22 | Fort Worth, TX | Dickies Arena |
| July 24 | Duluth, GA | Gas South Arena |
| July 26 | Orlando, FL | Kia Center |
| July 29 | Baltimore, MD | CFG Bank Arena |
| July 31 | Chicago, IL | United Center |
| Aug 3 | Toronto, ON | Scotiabank Arena |
| Aug 5 | Newark, NJ | Prudential Center |
| Aug 8 | Mexico City | Arena Ciudad de Mexico |
| Aug 13 | São Paulo | Espaco Unimed |
| Aug 15 | Buenos Aires | Movistar Arena |
| Aug 18 | Santiago | Movistar Arena |
| Aug 24 | Honolulu, HI | Blaisdell Arena |
Full Quote by Ado
“Hibana” – I originally had an idea of naming this tour “Spark.”
To start a revolution can also be expressed as “ Spark a Revolution,” and the word “spark” is also often used in contexts like “light a fire,” “start a fire” and “provoke something.”
If my 1st world tour was my “Wish,” my next step is to light a fire in the world as someone from Japan. Hot as a spark of fire, even if it’s small, I want to be the inspiration to start something big. “Hibana” is a Japanese word for “Spark.” I want to bring my Japanese heritage on the road with me so I named this tour “Hibana,” in Japanese.
I hope to show everyone around the world my growth since the “Wish” tour and bring you the best live performance.
Prime Video today unveiled the trailers and key art for two new Canadian Original docu-series set for release this November, In Cold Water: The Shelter Bay Mystery and Hard North.
In Cold Water: The Shelter Bay Mystery is a three-part series that recounts the case and investigation of the drowning of school teacher Laura Letts-Beckett in icy-cold water while on a fishing vacation in the Canadian Rocky Mountains set to premiere on November 12. The only witness to the mysterious accident is her husband—a larger-than-life former New Zealand city councilor named Peter Beckett. A year later, her husband is arrested and charged with murder. Amid conflicting opinions and swirling suspicions, more shocking allegations of murder are made against a paranoid Peter who is locked in the fight of his life. What unfolds after his arrest is almost unbelievable. Was it a death shrouded in mystery, or was it something more sinister? This gripping true crime story takes viewers on a journey around the world and back. In Cold Water: The Shelter Bay Mystery is directed by Trish Neufeld and executive produced by Pablo Salzman, Michael Kronish, Suze Hannagan, Thomas Robins, Kim Roberts and Benjamin Duffield. The series will be available in over 240 territories globally on Prime Video.
Trailer here.
● Premiere Date: November 12, 2024
● Total Episodes: 3
● Cadence: Binge
● Executive Producers: Pablo Salzman, Michael Kronish, Suze Hannagan, Thomas Robins, Kim Roberts, Benjamin Duffield
● Producer: John Ritchie
● Director: Trish Neufeld
Hard North streams November 29 on Prime Video in Canada, following a diverse group of young Canadians as they embark on a challenging four-season mission: to build a life in the vast and unforgiving Canadian wilderness. The series takes viewers on an adventure through some of the country’s most remote and rugged landscapes as these aspiring homesteaders face the harsh realities of living off the land and strive to not just survive – but to thrive in these wild places, they now call home.
Created by Paul Kilback (Tornado Hunters, Mysteries from Above, Life Below Zero Canada), Hard North is an eight episode series following aspiring homesteaders Matty Clarke in Lake St. John, Newfoundland; Margot Bossus in Plata Trap-Line, Rogue Range, Yukon Territory; Billy Rioux in Gaspé Peninsula, Quebec; and couple Emily Veilleux and Gilbert Chookomoolin in Peawanuck, Ontario. Executive Producers for Blue Ant Studios are Matthew Hornburg, Mark J.W. Bishop, Tara Elwood and Donna Luke. The series is made with financing participation from Rogers Cable Network Fund and the Canada Media Fund. The series is co-commissioned by APTN in Canada and is distributed by Blue Ant Studios.
● Premiere Date: November 29, 2024
● Total Episodes: 8
● Cadence: Binge
● Executive Producers: Matthew Hornburg, Mark J.W. Bishop, Tara Elwood and Donna Luke
● Showrunner: Paul Kilback
These series join the critically acclaimed and award-winning slate of documentary content produced by Prime Video including, I Am: Celine Dion and TIFF 2024 People’s Choice Documentary Award Winner The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal. Additional Canadian Original productions including TIFF 2023 People’s Choice Documentary Award and Canadian Screen Award-winner Mr. Dressup: The Magic of Make-Believe, Luxe Listings: Toronto, LOL: Qui rira le dernier?, Three Pines, Saving Sakic, All or Nothing: Toronto Maple Leafs, The Kids in the Hall, The Lake, LOL: Last One Laughing Canada, and The Unsolved Murder of Beverly Lynn Smith.
Since 2015, Amazon MGM Studios, as well as MGM Television and MGM+ Studios have commissioned more than 40 series and films that have been shot in Canada, including The Boys, Gen V, Reacher, and The Handmaid’s Tale in Ontario; Fargo and Billy The Kid in Alberta; The Man in the High Castle and Upload in British Columbia; Tales from the Loop in Manitoba; as well as parts of Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan and The Voyeurs in Quebec.
Trailer here.
This looks absolutely riveting! SEPTEMBER 5 already is getting awards buzz and today we get a first look finally with this new Trailer!
SYNOPSIS:
“September 5” unveils the decisive moment that forever changed media coverage and continues to impact live news today. Set during the 1972 Munich Summer Olympics, the film follows an American Sports broadcasting team that quickly adapted from sports reporting to live coverage of the Israeli athletes taken hostage. Through this lens, “September 5” provides a fresh perspective on the live broadcast seen globally by an estimated one billion people at the time.
At the heart of the story is Geoff (John Magaro), a young and ambitious producer striving to prove himself to his boss, the legendary TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Sarsgaard). Together with German interpreter Marianne (Leonie Benesch) and his mentor Marvin Bader (Ben Chaplin), Geoff unexpectedly takes the helm of the live coverage. As narratives shift, time ticks away, and conflicting rumors spread, with the hostages’ lives hanging in the balance, Geoff grapples with tough decisions while confronting his own moral compass.
Paramount Pictures Presents
In Association with Republic Pictures
A Berghauswöbke Film and Projected Picture Works Production
In Co-Production with Constantin Film and ERF Edgar Reitz Filmproduktion
“SEPTEMBER 5”
Executive Producers
Martin Moszkowicz, Christoph Müller
Produced by
Philipp Trauer, p.g.a., Thomas Wöbke, p.g.a., Tim Fehlbaum, p.g.a., Sean Penn, John Ira Palmer, p.g.a., John Wildermuth, p.g.a.
Co-Written by
Alex David
Written by
Moritz Binder
Tim Fehlbaum
Directed by
Tim Fehlbaum
Cast:
Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, Ben Chaplin, Leonie Benesch, Zinedine Soualem, Georgina Rich, Corey Johnson, Marcus Rutherford, Daniel Adeosun, Benjamin Walker, Ferdinand Dörfler
Paramount Pictures Canada release SEPTEMBER 5 on December 13, 2025 (select cities) and expands January 17, 2025..
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