In theatres January 17, 2024, we get a new Trailer today for Leigh Whannell‘s WOLF MAN starring Christopher Abbott and Julia Garner.

What if someone you loved became something else?

From Blumhouse and visionary writer-director Leigh Whannell, the creators of the chilling modern monster tale The Invisible Man, comes a terrifying new lupine nightmare: Wolf Man.

Golden Globe nominee Christopher Abbott (Poor Things, It Comes at Night) stars as Blake, a San Francisco husband and father, who inherits his remote childhood home in rural Oregon after his own father vanishes and is presumed dead. With his marriage to his high-powered wife, Charlotte (Emmy winner Julia Garner; Ozark, Inventing Anna), fraying, Blake persuades Charlotte to take a break from the city and visit the property with their young daughter, Ginger (Matlida Firth; Hullraisers, Coma).

But as the family approaches the farmhouse in the dead of night, they’re attacked by an unseen animal and, in a desperate escape, barricade themselves inside the home as the creature prowls the perimeter. As the night stretches on, however, Blake begins to behave strangely, transforming into something unrecognizable, and Charlotte will be forced to decide whether the terror within their house is more lethal than the danger without.

The film co-stars Sam Jaeger (The Handmaid’s Tale), Ben Prendergast (The Sojourn Audio Drama) and Benedict Hardie (The Invisible Man), with newcomer Zac Chandler, Beatriz Romilly (Shortland Street) and Milo Cawthorne (Shortland Street).

Wolf Man is directed by Whannell and written by Whannell & Corbett Tuck. Whannell’s previous films with Blumhouse include The Invisible Man, Upgradeand Insidious: Chapter 3.

The film is produced by Blumhouse founder and CEO Jason Blum p.g.a., and Ryan Gosling (The Fall Guy, Lost River) and is executive produced by Leigh Whannell, Beatriz Sequeira, Mel Turner and Ken Kao. Universal Pictures and Blumhouse present a Gosling/Waypoint Entertainment production, in association with Cloak & Co: Wolf Man.

Genre: Thriller

Cast: Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner and Sam Jaeger, Matilda Firth, Benedict Hardie, Ben Prendergast, Zac Chandler, Beatriz Romilly, Milo Cawthorne

Written by: Leigh Whannell & Corbett Tuck

Directed by: Leigh Whannell

Producer: Jason Blum p.g.a, Ryan Gosling

Executive Producers: Leigh Whannell, Beatriz Sequeira, Mel Turner, Ken Kao

In a tribute to Canadian excellence, three striking portrait-style murals will celebrate drag superstar Priyanka, award-winning Canadian actor Paul Sun Hyung-Lee, and one of Canada’s most celebrated filmmakers, the late Jean-Marc Vallée, whose visionary work left an indelible mark on cinema.

Starting today, the murals will appear in each of these culture figures’ hometowns: Priyanka’s vibrant tribute now brightens the heart of Toronto’s Gay Village at the corner of Church and Wellesley, and Paul Sun-Hyung Lee’s mural brings fresh energy to Calgary’s Inglewood neighborhood at The Blue Store (1344 9 Ave SE). To be unveiled later this week, Jean-Marc Vallée is immortalized with a stunning tribute on the Real by Fake building (1455 Rue Saint-Timothée) in Montreal, home to the special effects company that worked on many of his projects.

The mural series, part of the MADE | NOUS Hometown Hero campaign, celebrates the profound influence and achievements of these individuals who have shaped Canadian culture and inspire future generations of creative talent. Through their artistic contributions, Priyanka, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Jean-Marc Vallée have left their distinct mark on their hometown cities while making a lasting impact on the national and international stage. The presence of the murals aims to uplift the communities they have touched, fostering creativity and inspiration across the country.

“I remember thinking as a kid, I cannot WAIT to move to Toronto to be a big star! My life changed when I moved to the Gay Village,” said Priyanka. “As someone who found their voice and passion in the heart of Toronto, seeing myself on a mural in the Gay Village feels surreal! It’s a celebration of not just my journey, but of the entire LGBTQ+ community that has supported me every step of the way. I hope this mural inspires others to embrace their uniqueness, live their passion, and remember that anything is possible when you are your true self.”

“Growing up in Calgary, I never imagined I’d be part of something like this,” said Paul Sun Hyung-Lee. “It’s incredibly humbling to see my story reflected in the streets of my hometown. I hope this mural serves as a reminder to everyone that no goal is too big, and no journey is too small to make a lasting impact. Canada’s strength is in our diversity and our stories, and I’m proud to be part of that narrative.”

A statement from Alex & Émile Vallée, the sons of Jean-Marc Vallée: “Our father always believed that storytelling had the power to transcend boundaries and connect people on a deeply emotional level. This mural honors his spirit and his unwavering commitment to his craft. It’s a beautiful tribute to his roots here in Montreal, a city that shaped his vision and where his journey as a filmmaker began. We know he would be deeply moved by this gesture, and we hope it inspires future generations of artists to follow their passion.”

“As Canadians, we’re united by a shared pride of where we come from and the stories only we can tell. By recognizing these hometown heroes in the cities where their journeys began, we can inspire others to pursue their dreams and tell their stories, no matter where they start or where they land,” said Mathieu Chantelois, Executive Vice President, Marketing & Public Affairs, Canada Media Fund. “These murals stand as powerful reminders that greatness can come from anywhere, and that the next wave of Canadian talent is already rising in communities across our country.”

In addition to the murals, MADE | NOUS will donate $5,000 to local charities chosen by each Hometown Hero. Priyanka has selected ASAAP (Alliance for South Asian AIDS Prevention) and 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations, with the donation being split between the two organizations. Paul Sun-Hyung Lee has chosen the Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada, and a donation in Jean-Marc Vallées honour will be made to the Jean-Marc Vallée Memorial Fund.

The murals were designed by Étienne Dicaire (Priyanka), Charmaine Wong (Paul Sun Hyung-Lee) and Zek (Jean-Marc Vallée).

Starbucks fans and Ozians are in for a fantastical experience, as Starbucks is partnering with
Universal Pictures to celebrate the new cinematic event, Wicked. Through this partnership, the
film’s themes of connection, belonging and joy come to life through exclusive Starbucks beverages
and merchandise.

On Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 Starbucks customers in the U.S., Canada and select international markets
can experience the magic of the collaboration inspired by Oz and its beloved characters and
places, including the Emerald City. With new beverages, merchandise and more, Starbucks and
Wicked fans have much to look forward to, because of course, pink goes good with green.

Wicked, arriving in theaters this holiday season, on November 22, is the untold story of the witches
of Oz. The film centers on Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green
skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by
privilege, who has yet to discover her true heart. As they forge an unlikely friendship, their
extraordinary adventures will see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked
Witch of the West. Wicked is the first chapter of a two-part immersive, cultural celebration. Wicked
Part Two is scheduled to arrive in theaters on November 21, 2025.

Wickedly Delicious Drinks

Flying into Starbucks stores for a limited time are two new handcrafted beverages inspired by Oz’s
iconic duo, Glinda and Elphaba. Both pictured above in banner.

Glinda’s Pink Potion

This fantabulous creation features a Mango Dragonfruit Starbucks Refreshers® Beverage hand-
shaken with creamy coconut milk, ice and a scoop of real, freeze-dried dragonfruit. Topped with

silky-smooth nondairy strawberry cold foam, the drink is finished with an Oz-dusting of magic
colourful candy sprinkles.

“When dreaming up this beverage, we were inspired by Glinda’s bright character and of course her
iconic association with all things pink,” said Natalia Vasquez, Starbucks beverage developer. “This
colorful beverage is topped with a nondairy cold foam infused with strawberry puree to add even
more pops of pink, along with colorful candy sprinkles for a drink that is as vibrant as Glinda
herself.”

Elphaba’s Cold Brew

This thrillifying creation features Starbucks Cold Brew, a custom blend of beans grown to steep long
and cold, handcrafted in small batches daily, for a super-smooth flavor. The Cold Brew is
sweetened with peppermint-flavored syrup, topped with silky-smooth nondairy matcha cold foam
and colorful green candy sprinkles for an Oz-dusting of magic.

“We were inspired by Elphaba’s bold energy and stunning green skin when creating this recipe,” said
Rosalyn Batingan, Starbucks beverage developer. “Our signature cold brew gets an unexpected
twist of peppermint topped with a nondairy matcha cold foam for a touch of Elphaba’s famous
green, finished with colourful candy sprinkles.”

For Your Dearest & Darlingest

Starting November 7, look to the Western Sky for new Wicked-inspired drinkware and Starbucks
Cards in select Starbucks stores. With Starbucks Cards straight from Oz and a variety of tumblers
and cold cups glistening in vibrant shades of green, pink and gold to choose from, Starbucks and
Wicked fans will be ready to defy gravity.

Starbucks Wicked-inspired beverages and merchandise are available for a limited time, while
supplies last.

Universal Pictures Canada’s Wicked arrives in theaters November 22, 2024.

Righteous Alliance Entertainment (RAE) and F&M Productions are excited to announce that Canadian production FINCH & MIDLAND has secured Canadian distribution through Equinoxe Films. The highly anticipated project recently wrapped filming in the GTA and is now set for global audiences, with Equinoxe Films also overseeing international sales.

President of Equinoxe Films, Michael Mosca, shared his enthusiasm for bringing this unique story to both Canadian and international audiences;
“FINCH & MIDLAND is a remarkable film that embodies the rich diversity of Canadian cinema, and we are proud to be a part of this journey. The film’s exploration of immigrant experiences in Canada, combined with its predominantly Cantonese-speaking cast, highlights the unique stories that make our country’s film industry so vibrant. We are eager to share this powerful story with audiences not only here in Canada but around the world.”

With a distinctly Canadian voice and featuring a predominantly diverse Asian cast, FINCH & MIDLAND stands out as one of the few Canadian productions to tell such an intimate and authentic immigrant story. The film, written and directed by Timothy Yeung, is inspired by the lives of Hong Kong immigrants who came to Canada in the mid 90s to settle in the Finch and Midland area of Toronto. An anthology, FINCH & MIDLAND tackles themes of survival, identity, and community through their individual struggles and shared hope.

Executive Producer and CEO of RAE, Ridley Tsui, stated, “Equinoxe Films has a strong track record of amplifying Canadian voices with international appeal. This distribution deal is a crucial step in ensuring that the community-driven stories in FINCH & MIDLAND reach a global audience. We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished and excited to take this next step with the team at Equinoxe.”

Executive produced by Ridley Tsui and Annie Lee, and produced by Kim Yu, the film’s talented cast includes a mix of celebrated Hong Kong stars and Canadian actors, including Anthony Wong Chau Sang (The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, Infernal Affairs, Hard Boiled), Nina Paw Hee Ching (The Way We Are, Lost in Time), Patrick Tam (Fight for Tomorrow, Beast Cops), Harriet Yeung Tze Man (The Sparring Partner, Port of Call) and former Miss Hong Kong finalist, Theresa Lee (Condor Heroes, The Legendary Siblings), as well as Canadian actor Dmitry Chepovetsky (Children Ruin Everything, Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol).

Producer Kim Yu was moved by the script, “FINCH & MIDLAND will hopefully resonate with many people as its themes are universal. Beyond just our community, its stories are poignant and reflect the challenges many have faced in order to settle in a new country.” About the support the crew received while filming, Yu added “We are grateful to so many in our community, from local businesses to community leaders, and countless others who supported the production by providing extra food for the crew, props, and locations. We are also buoyed by the generosity of leading industry suppliers like Keslow Camera, Cinelease, and Urban Post, who have helped ensure we have optimal equipment for this passion project.”

As FINCH & MIDLAND enters post-production, RAE and F&M Productions would like to extend their gratitude to the diverse cast and crew, the local community, and all partners who helped bring this story to life. The film is slated for release in 2025, with Canadian and international distribution secured by Equinoxe Films.

The Production Team wishes to thank;

95 Developments

Very Fair Seafood Restaurant

Marathon Cafe

Sigma Corporation

YYDS KTV

Taipan Tours

Market Village Grocery

Dine & Dim

The Berczy Tavern

St. Mary Secondary School

Best Dim Sum Food Co.

Keslow Camera

Cinelease Lighting & Grip

Urban Post

Henry Chiu

Sifu Derek Cheung

Today, Prime Video announced the cast and debuted official key art for its highly anticipated adult-animated anthology series, Secret Level, from Amazon MGM Studios and Blur Studio, during its New York Comic-Con series panel. Secret Level features original stories set within the worlds of some of the most beloved video games. Secret Level will be available exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories worldwide, with two weekly episode drops, starting on December 10, 2024.

Secret Level has assembled a legendary cast of players featuring some of Hollywood’s biggest stars: Arnold Schwarzenegger (The Terminator Franchise), Kevin Hart (Jumanji), Keanu Reeves (John Wick), Temuera Morrison (The Book of Boba Fett, Chief of War), Ariana Greenblatt (Barbie), HeavenHart, Emily Swallow (The Mandalorian), Gabriel Luna (The Last of Us, Terminator: Dark Fate), Ricky Whittle (American Gods, Land of Bad), Patrick Schwarzenegger (The White Lotus), Merle Dandridge (The Last of Us), Claudia Doumit (The Boys), Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (Lost, The Union), Clive Standen (Vikings, The Morning Show), Laura Bailey (The Legend of Vox Machina), and Michael Beach (The Perfect Couple, Tulsa King).

About Secret Level

Secret Level is a new adult-animated anthology series featuring original stories set within the worlds of some of the world’s most beloved video games. From the creative minds behind LOVE, DEATH + ROBOTS, each of the episodes is a celebration of games and gamers.

Secret Level is created by and executive produced by Tim Miller. Dave Wilson serves as executive producer and supervising director.

SMILE 2 is set for a big opening, poised to take top spot with $22 million from 3,610 theatres for Paramount Pictures. This success mirrors its 2022 predecessor which had a similar opening and this latest installlment gets a stellar 84% on the Tomatometer.

THE WILD ROBOT is second with $10 million in its fourth weekend, taking it to $101 million domestically for Universal Pictures.

Third is TERRIFIER 3 with $8 million after a #1 debut last weekend for Cineverse. Its two week tally comes in at $34.9 million.

BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE lands in fourth with $5.1 million, a tally of $284 million for Warner Bros. in its seventh weekend.

Rounding things out is WE LIVE IN TIME, debuting with $4.5 million for A24/Sphere Films from 955 theatres. This TIFF ’24 selection gets 79% on the Tomatometer.

Today we get a glimpse of THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2, coming soon via Cineplex Pictures!

Directed by: Renny Harlin
Written by: Alan R. Cohen & Alan Freedland
Based on Characters Created by: Bryan Bertino
Produced by: Courtney Solomon, p.g.a., Mark Canton, p.g.a., Christopher Milburn, Charlie Dombek, Gary Raskin, Alastair Burlingham
Cast: Madelaine Petsch, Gabriel Basso, Ema Horvath
Synopsis: The chilling next chapter of The Strangers franchise.

About Cineplex Pictures
Cineplex Pictures, a division of Cineplex, is a distributor of a wide range of genre films. Recent titles include Megalopolis, Never Let Go, Borderlands, The Strangers: Chapter 1, The Queen of My Dreams, The Boy and the Heron, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, SAW X, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, and John Wick: Chapter 4.

As you know, part 1, season 4 of the Netflix’s hit series Outer Banks already is streaming! We’re giving our Readers in Toronto a chance to win passes to a special Outer Banks fan event on Monday, October 28, 2024 from 7:00PM to 10:00PM at the Toronto Event Centre in Exhibition Place!

In addition to being an exciting night for fans of the series, attendees will see special guests, a musical performance, Outer Banks themed photo opps and swag, and more!

About OUTER BANKS Season 4 | Following last season’s 18-month flash-forward showing Wes Genrette’s proposal for the Pogues to find Blackbeard’s treasure, Season 4 takes us back in time to the lead-up of that moment. After finding the gold at El Dorado, the Pogues return to the OBX and commit to having a “normal” life. They’ve built themselves a new safe haven, officially dubbed “Poguelandia 2.0”, where they live together and run a fairly successful bait, tackle, and charter tour shop. But after some financial setbacks, John B, Sarah, Kiara, JJ, Pope, and Cleo take Wes up on his offer, drawn back into the “G” game for a whole new adventure. But before they know it, they’re well in over their heads, with dangerous new enemies hot on their heels racing them to the treasure. Meanwhile, their problems are only growing, and they’re forced to question their past, present, and future – who they really are, has it all been worth it, and how much are they willing to risk?

To enter for a chance to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK, IG or X. In the comments, tag a friend you’ll take with you. And you can enter as many times as you like!

Rules and regulations here.

Part 2 of OUTER BANKS Season 4 arrives November 7, 2024 on Netflix.

(Photo/video credit: Netflix)

“LEGO® Marvel Avengers: Mission Demolition,” the all-new animated special and the tenth entry in the popular signature branded storytelling series, is now streaming exclusively on Disney+. In the new special from Marvel Studios and the LEGO Group, a young, aspiring hero and superhero fan inadvertently unleashes a powerful new villain looking to rid the world of The Avengers. Streaming now on Disney+ Canada.

The trailer is now available below:

Iron Man and The Avengers are always there to save the day, but fighting villains can get messy. That’s where Damage Control comes in: to clean things up! But on a day unlike any other, a powerful new villain hatches a plan to destroy The Avengers, and the world’s only hope is now the most unlikely of heroes: a clumsy young worker from Damage Control named Dennis, who has a penchant for destroying everything he touches. Can Dennis become the hero he dreams of being and save Earth’s Mightiest Heroes? “LEGO® Marvel Avengers: Mission Demolition” features the voices of Will Friedle, Kevin Smith, John Stamos, Roger Craig Smith, Ogie Banks, Laura Bailey, Tiffani Thiessen, and Fred Tatasciore. Ken Cunningham is the director, and the writer is Eugene Son. The story is by Eugene Son and Harrison Wilcox, and Jason Cosler, Eugene Son, Harrison Wilcox, Jill Wilfert, and Keith Malone are executive producers. Stephen L Grover is supervising producer with Dan Langlois serving as producer.

Espionage political thriller THE AGENCY for Paramount+ today revealed First Look Images for its highly-anticipated series starring Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith and Richard Gere.

Currently in production in London, THE AGENCY is commissioned by Showtime Studios and produced in association with 101 Studio. George Clooney and Grant Heslov are executive producers through Smokehouse Pictures.

In addition to Fassbender, Wright, Turner-Smith and Gere, previously announced cast includes series regulars Katherine Waterston, John Magaro, Alex Reznik, Andrew Brooke, Harriet Sansom Harris, India Fowler, Saura Lightfoot-Leon, Reza Brojerdi and recurring cast members include Adam Nagaitis, Ambreen Razia, Bilal Hasna, David Harewood, Kurt Egyiawan, Ray BLK, Sabrina Wu and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor.

A fresh take on the critically acclaimed hit French drama Le Bureau des Legendes, THE AGENCY will debut on Paramount+ in Canada, the U.S., UK, Australia, Italy, Germany, Latin America, Brazil and Japan. The series is co-distributed internationally by Paramount Global Content Distribution and Federation Studios. Premiere date to be announced soon.

The all-new political thriller follows Martian (Fassbender), a covert CIA agent, ordered to abandon his undercover life and return to London Station. When the love he left behind reappears, romance reignites. His career, his real identity and his mission are pitted against his heart; hurling them both into a deadly game of international intrigue and espionage.

Le Bureau des Legendes centers on the daily life and missions of agents within France’s principal external security service. It focuses on the “Bureau of Legends,” responsible for training and handling deep-cover agents on long-term missions in areas with French interests. Living under false identities for years, these agents’ missions are to identify and recruit good intelligence sources. Le Bureau des Legendes was created by Eric Rochant and is a CANAL+ Creation Originale series produced by TOP – The Originals Productions and Federation Studios.

THE AGENCY is executive produced by Keith Cox and Nina L. Diaz (Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios); David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin and Bob Yari (101 Studios), George Clooney and Grant Heslov (Smokehouse Pictures); Alex Berger (TOP – The Originals Productions); and Ashley Stern and Pascal Breton (Federation Studios/Federation Entertainment of America); and Michael Fassbender. Jez and John-Henry Butterworth are writers and executive producers; Joe Wright is executive producer and director for the first two episodes.

For more information about Paramount+ and THE AGENCY, please visit paramountplus.com, and follow @ParamountPlusCA and @TheAgency_Sho on X, TikTok and Instagram, @TheAgencySho on Facebook with #TheAgency.