We love Shania! Just released is a telling new Trailer for Documentary NOT JUST A GIRL!

NOT JUST A GIRL arrives July 26, 2022 on Netflix.

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Focus Features has partnered with Indian Paintbrush on ASTEROID CITY, the upcoming film written and directed by beloved auteur, Wes Anderson, based on a story by Anderson and Roman Coppola. The collaboration is a reunion among Anderson, Focus, and Indian Paintbrush following 2012’s MOONRISE KINGDOM. Focus and Universal International will handle worldwide distribution of the title.

The film is produced by Anderson and longtime collaborators Steven Rales, founder of Indian Paintbrush, and Jeremy Dawson.

ASTEROID CITY has an all-star ensemble cast including: Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton, Bryan Cranston, Ed Norton, Adrien Brody, Liev Schreiber, Hope Davis, Stephen Park, Rupert Friend, Maya Hawke, Steve Carell, Matt Dillon, Hong Chau, Willem Dafoe, Margot Robbie, Tony Revolori, Jake Ryan, Grace Edwards, Aristou Meehan, Sophia Lillis, Ethan Lee, Jeff Goldblum, Rita Wilson and many more.

Peter Kujawski, Chairman of Focus Features, said, “We are beyond thrilled to be the global home for ASTEROID CITY, bringing Focus back in business with Wes and his producing partners. Wes is a generational talent whose films delight audiences around the world; and we’re sure that the combination of his incredibly emotional story and vision combined with the insanely talented group of actors he has assembled, will mean that ASTEROID CITY will be no different.”

ASTEROID CITY is a poetic meditation on the meaning of life. It tells the story of a fictional American desert town circa 1955 and its Junior Stargazer convention, which brings together students and parents from across the country for scholarly competition, rest/recreation, comedy, drama, romance, and more.

Anderson’s works beyond MOONRISE KINGDOM include THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS, FANTASTIC MR. FOX, ISLE OF DOGS, THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL, THE DARJEELING UNLIMITED, THE LIFE AQUATIC WITH STEVE ZISSOU and most recently, THE FRENCH DISPATCH.

Laurie‘s back! Just released is this brand-new Trailer for HALLOWEEN ENDS!

Synopsis:

This is Laurie Strode’s last stand.

After 45 years, the most acclaimed, revered horror franchise in film history reaches its epic, terrifying conclusion as Laurie Strode faces off for the last time against the embodiment of evil, Michael Myers, in a final confrontation unlike any captured on-screen before. Only one of them will survive.

Icon Jamie Lee Curtis returns for the last time as Laurie Strode, horror’s first “final girl” and the role that launched Curtis’ career. Curtis has portrayed Laurie for more than four decades now, one of the longest actor-character pairings in cinema history. When the franchise relaunched in 2018, Halloween shattered box office records, becoming the franchise’s highest-grossing chapter and set a new record for the biggest opening weekend for a horror film starring a woman.

Four years after the events of last year’s Halloween Kills, Laurie is living with her granddaughter Allyson (Andi Matichak) and is finishing writing her memoir. Michael Myers hasn’t been seen since. Laurie, after allowing the specter of Michael to determine and drive her reality for decades, has decided to liberate herself from fear and rage and embrace life. But when a young man, Corey Cunningham (Rohan Campbell; The Hardy Boys, Virgin River), is accused of killing a boy he was babysitting, it ignites a cascade of violence and terror that will force Laurie to finally confront the evil she can’t control, once and for all.

Halloween Ends co-stars returning cast Will Patton as Officer Frank Hawkins, Kyle Richards as Lindsey Wallace and James Jude Courtney as The Shape.

From the creative team that relaunched the franchise with 2018’s Halloween and Halloween Kills, the film is directed by David Gordon Green from a screenplay by Paul Brad Logan (Manglehorn), Chris Bernier (The Driverseries), Danny McBride and David Gordon Green, based on characters created by John Carpenter and Debra Hill. Halloween Ends is produced by Malek Akkad, Jason Blum and Bill Block. The executive producers are John Carpenter, Jamie Lee Curtis, Danny McBride, David Gordon Green, Ryan Freimann, Ryan Turek, Andrew Golov, Thom Zadra and Christopher H. Warner.

Universal Pictures Canada release HALLOWEEN ENDS October 14, 2022.

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Among the different musical instruments out there, electric violins are becoming more popular these days. They allow you to play your violin in a totally new way and can really help you get out of your musical ideas. They’re great for beginners because they’re just like regular violins, but with a little bit of electricity. They’re also great for people who already play the violin but want to make their music more exciting. Electric violins are also good for people who love to play their violin at home but don’t want to annoy anyone else in their neighborhood. Aside from these facts, there are even more cool things you can do with your electric violin.

The electric violin is an amazing instrument. It’s been around for years, but it’s still making an impact in the music industry. Here are 4 cool things you can do with electric violins:

Practice in silence

Electric violins are great for practicing in silence because they give you the option to play without having any background noise. You can plug an electric violin into a speaker system or just use headphones if you want to keep it quiet. You can also use your computer and plug it in so that you can add effects like reverb or distortion. You have the freedom to choose how much or how little help from outside sources you want during practice time.

Sound playability

You can customize the sound of your violin by adjusting the settings on your violin and playing it through an amplifier or effects pedals. This is a great way to get creative and experiment with different sounds. Experimenting with different genres is also one of the cool things you can do with electric violins. You can experiment with different sounds and styles, from rock to classical to jazz and see which ones you like best.  Just grab your best electric violin and start having fun with your instrument.

Clean and direct sound to your computer

One cool thing you can enjoy with electric violins is clean and direct sound using your computer. Sound can be directed to your computer by using a USB cable, which allows you to record your performances and listen to them over headphones or speakers. The advantage of this is that you can record yourself playing an instrument but then also listen to it as if you were listening to a CD.

Recording is possible

Electric violins have a built-in preamp, which means they don’t need to be plugged into an amplifier. This makes them perfect for recording since you don’t have to worry about getting tangled up in cords or having a noisy environment. You’ll also hear what you’re playing much better than on an acoustic violin, which means your recordings will sound better.

Conclusion

After reading the discussion, there are a lot of cool things you can do with electric violins. They are a great way to get started with music and have fun while doing it. You can use them at home or take them on the go. Electric violins are a great way to bring some new life into your music. You can add effects and sounds that you might not have been able to get with other types of instruments, and it’s a lot of fun to experiment with them. If you’re looking for a new challenge or just want to try something different, electric violins are definitely worth checking out.

We’ve been meaning to get around to this for the longest time, but then Pride happened and things got a bit hectic. We loved both the 2000 American version of the Showtime Series, filmed right here in Toronto, and also the original 1999 Channel 4 Series. I remember distinctly sneaking downstairs into the living room while Mom and Dad slept, and watching it with the volume down low late at night. The Series meant so much to me growing-up because there weren’t many LGBTQ+ characters on TV and here I was immersed entirely in these fictional worlds, waiting eagerly for the next episode. If only they knew the way they’d pave eventually for LGBTQ+ Storytellers today and the conversations they would enable in a generation to follow. And here we are today with a new reimaging of Queer as Folk from Peacock, speaking to yet another generation.

At the center of this new Series are Brodie (Devin Way), Noah (Johnny Sibilly) and Mingus (Fin Argus), our new Love Triangle. Brodie returns to New Orleans after quitting Medical School, reuniting with his ex Noah and the two have some unresolved issues in their relationship to work out. Their lives are intertwined further and changed irreversibly when tragedy strikes at a night club where their friend Daddius is shot to death. Trauma Queens, if you will. Brodie and Mingus narrowly escape death. And the Series focuses on how these central characters cope and navigate the pain of loss, ever-present Homophobia in the community they live, and also the dynamics of their own strained relationships with themselves amongst themselves. We meet also Ruthie (Jesse James Keitel.. a relative of Harvey) who is a Trans woman navigating the tragedy also and becoming a new mother with her partner Shar (CG). And yes, the baby is Brodie‘s.

In many ways, this new Series is louder and prouder than its Predecessors, but the humour is just as biting and cruel, true to brand. And it isn’t just gay white men at the center of this world. We get so involved with these characters and their complicated lives that we forget just how diverse this Cast actually is. The Series goes a layer deeper in its exploration how these characters process grief and the post-trauma. Tonally, they get it right, self-aware of its own cynicism towards things like those using the tragedy to serve themselves, but it becomes heartfelt where it matters and is appropriate. We see and hear the course-corrections it makes, necessitating a reboot today, whether it be calling-out misgendering or acknowledging disability.

We love Sibilly from HBO Max’s HACKS and are thrilled he gets the space to flex his craft here as Noah, who knows Brodie is wrong for him but welcomes him back into his world. This is a great introduction to Way as well who carries much of the weight as the Series’ Protagonist. He’s flawed and figuring it out and that’s what keeps us invested. But how about this Supporting Cast? Familiar faces like Kim Cattrall as Brodie‘s quirky mom is a real treat, as is Juliette Lewis as Mingus’ mother – also eccentric, but both undeniably cool. And yes, we think we recognize Ed Begley Jr. as Brodie‘s dad!

Though QUEER AS FOLK premiered late June, it’s not too late to get caught-up on STACKTV. New episodes air in Canada Sundays 9 PM ET on Showcase.

Brian Grazer and Eddie Murphy co-produce upcoming Holiday Comedy, CANDY CANE LANE for Prime Video, part of a three-picture deal between Murphy and the Amazon Studios!

Reginald Hudlin (Boomerang) will direct the Film, from Amazon Studios, Imagine Entertainment, and Eddie Murphy Productions, from a spec script written by Kelly Younger and inspired by Younger’s childhood holiday experiences.

The Film reunites the team behind the hit romantic comedy Boomerang, and marks the seventh feature collaboration for Grazer and Murphy.

Plot details are being kept under wraps, and production will begin this winter in Los Angeles.

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Ryan Gosling is back and stars in Netflix‘s THE GRAY MAN! Together with TIFF and Netflix Canada, we’re giving away Run-of-Engagement Passes for Two in Toronto to see it at TIFF Bell Lightbox!

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THE GRAY MAN is in theatres July 15, 2022 and on Netflix July 22, 2022.

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Another exciting Premiere has been announced for TIFF ’22! Viola Davis stars in THE WOMAN KING, directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood (The Secret Life of Bees, Love & Basketball). Actress Maria Bello had a hand in co-creating the Story!

Synopsis:

The Woman King is the remarkable story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Inspired by true events, The Woman King follows the emotionally epic journey of General Nanisca (Oscar®-winner Viola Davis) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life. Some things are worth fighting for… 

Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, the story is by Maria Bello and Dana Stevens and the screenplay by Dana Stevens. Produced by Cathy Schulman, Viola Davis, Julius Tennon and Maria Bello, Peter McAleese serves as executive producer. The film stars Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, Hero Fiennes Tiffin and John Boyega. The action drama is co-financed by Entertainment One (eOne). 

Sony Pictures Canada release THE WOMAN KING September 16, 2022.

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Fusing Indian cuisine with global influences, Farzi Café Canada is about to make its mark in s big way over in these parts. Already known globally as part of a Michelin-recognized culinary group, the establishment plants its roots on Canadian soil at Square One‘s bustling Food District.

The 4,000 square foot, which includes a gorgeous patio space, feels as sexy and intimate as the cocktails and Tapas-style menu it serves. Open late, the space doubles not only as a lunch/dinner spot, but a loungey hangout with Electronic Dance blaring.

Farzi Café not only modernizes the Classics with flares in plating and presentation, it also deconstructs the ideas of what we know as Indian Cuisine. At once, it firmly knows which Classics cannot be messed with and delivers the hits. And if you’re wondering if this is just a lite version of the real deal, we’re assured the Canadian Menu mirrors almost identically that of its international branches.

Though it feels still like its finding its rhythm and growing into itself, this is an exciting start and something for those of us who are looking for elevated renditions of dishes we love.

Some Must-Tries:

Some more of the Instagram-ready scenery to behold at Farzi Cafe Canada:

FARZI CAFÉ CANADA is located at 100 City Centre Drive in Mississauga, Square One Food District.

More here.

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It’s another dominant weekend for THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER, taking $46.5 million from 4,375 theatres for Disney. Over two weekends, it has grossed $243 million across North America.

Second goes to MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU with $25.3 million from 4,111 theatres for Universal Pictures, a three week tally of $264 million.

Bowing in third is the Adaptation of WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING, with $16 million from 3,650 theatres for Sony Pictures. While Critics didn’t quite get it with 34% on Rotten Tomatoes’ Tomatometer, moviegoers and fans are enjoying it with a A- CinemaScore.

TOP GUN: MAVERICK lands in fourth with $11.7 million for Paramount Pictures, bringing its run to a stellar $618 million domestically.

At the bottom of the Top Five is ELVIS with $7.6 million for Warner Bros., a total $107 million grossed to date in the continent.