JOKER is still laughing, taking top spot at the Box Office with $45.8 million from 4,374 theatres in its second week. Its run takes it to $137 million in North America for Warner Bros.

In second is THE ADDAMS FAMILY, debuting with $30 million from 4,007 theatres for Universal Pictures. It gets 42% on the Tomatometer and a B+ CinemaScore.

GEMINI MAN opens in third with $20 million from 3,642 theatres for Paramount Pictures. It gets 26% on Rotten Tomatoes and a better B+ CinemaScore from Audiences.

ABONIMABLE lands in fourth with $7.7 million, a total $49.5 million over three weeks for Universal Pictures.

JEXI debuts with $3.5 million from 2,332 theatres for CBS Films/eOne Films. It gets 15% on the Tomatometer and a B- CinemaScore.

AD ASTRA rounds-out the Top Ten with $2 million for 20th Century Fox/Disney.

Elevation Pictures x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win Advance Passes to see MIDWAY in the following cities:

DATE: Wednesday, November 6th
TIME: 7:00PM
LOCATION: Cineplex Cinemas Queensway & VIP
(1025 The Queensway, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 6C7)

DATE: Wednesday, November 6th
TIME: 7:00PM
LOCATION: Scotiabank Theatre Vancouver
(900 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3G5)

DATE: Wednesday, November 6th
TIME: 7:00PM
LOCATION: Cineplex Cinemas Ottawa
(3090 Carling Ave, Nepean, ON K2B 7K2)

DATE: Wednesday, November 6th
TIME: 7:00PM
LOCATION: Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane
(Park Lane, 5657 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax, NS B3J 3R4)

DATE: Wednesday, November 6th
TIME: 7:00PM
LOCATION: Scotiabank Edmonton
(8882 170 St NW #3030, Edmonton, AB T5T 4M2)

DATE: Wednesday, November 6th
TIME: 7:00PM
LOCATION: Scotiabank Theatre Chinook
(6455 Macleod Trail SW, Calgary, AB T2H 0K4)

DATE: Wednesday, November 6th
TIME: 7:00PM
LOCATION: Scotiabank Polo Park
(817 St James St, Winnipeg, MB R3G 3L3)

DATE: Wednesday, November 6th
TIME: 7:00PM
LOCATION: SilverCity Victoria Cinemas
(3130 Tillicum Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 6T2)

Synopsis:
MIDWAY centers on the Battle of Midway, a clash between the American fleet and the Imperial Japanese Navy which marked a pivotal turning point in the Pacific Theater during WWII. The film, based on the real-life events of this heroic feat, tells the story of the leaders and soldiers who used their instincts, fortitude and bravery to overcome the odds.

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Elevation Pictures release #MIDWAYMovie Friday, November 8, 2019.

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Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt star in JUNGLE CRUISE. Check-out this brand-new Teaser Trailer!

Synopsis:

Inspired by the famous Disneyland theme park ride, Disney’s JUNGLE CRUISE is an adventure-filled, Amazon-jungle expedition starring Dwayne Johnson as the charismatic riverboat captain and Emily Blunt as a determined explorer on a research mission. Also starring in the film are Edgar Ramirez, Jack Whitehall, with Jesse Plemons, and Paul Giamatti.

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Paramount Pictures Canada x Mr. Will want to give Readers in Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa a chance to win Advance Passes to see TERMINATOR: DARK FATE.  Screenings are as follows:

Toronto

October 29th @ 07:00 PM

Montreal

October 30th @ 07:30 PM

Ottawa

October 30th @ 07:30 PM

Synopsis:
Linda Hamilton (“Sarah Connor”) and Arnold Schwarzenegger (“T-800”) return in their iconic roles in Terminator: Dark Fate, directed by Tim Miller (Deadpool) and produced by visionary filmmaker James Cameron and David Ellison. Following the events of Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Terminator: Dark Fate also stars Mackenzie Davis, Natalia Reyes, Gabriel Luna, and Diego Boneta.

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Paramount Pictures Canada release TERMINATOR: DARK FATE Friday, November 1, 2019.

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Tom Holland and Chris Pratt star in ONWARDS! See the new Trailer.

Synopsis:
In Disney and Pixar’s “Onward,” brothers Ian and Barley seek an ancient map from the Manticore—once a fearless warrior whose tavern served as a waystation for travelers embarking on epic quests. Part lion, part bat and part scorpion, the Manticore has adapted to changing times—but her adventurous spirt still lurks within. Featuring the voices of Tom Holland, Chris Pratt and Octavia Spencer as Ian, Barley and the Manticore, respectively,

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ONWARDS opens in theatres on March 5, 2020.

(Photo/video credit: Walt Disney Studios Canada)

Something to get you in the mood for Halloween! Check-out the new Trailer for THE TURNING!

Synopsis:
For more than 100 years, a deeply haunting tale has been passed down to terrify audiences. Next January, DreamWorks Pictures’ The Turning takes us to a mysterious estate in the Maine countryside, where newly appointed nanny Kate is charged with the care of two disturbed orphans, Flora and Miles. Quickly though, she discovers that both the children and the house are harboring dark secrets and things may not be as they appear.

Inspired by Henry James’ landmark novel, the haunted-house thriller is directed by spellbinding visualist Floria Sigismondi (The Runaways, Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale) and stars Mackenzie Davis (Terminator: Dark Fate, The Martian), Finn Wolfhard (It, Netflix’s Stranger Things), newcomer Brooklynn Prince (The Florida Project) and Joely Richardson (Red Sparrow, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo).

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Universal Pictures Canada release THE TURNING Friday, January 20, 2020.

(Photo/video credit: Universal Pictures Canada)

EDM Duo THE CHAINSMOKERS consisting of Drew Taggart and Alex Pall, returned to Toronto for an energy-filled show at Scotiabank Area as part of their World War Joy Tour, in support of their latest EP. Joining them on the tour, giving fans tons of value were Aussie Pop Outfit 5 SECONDS OF SUMMER and Oshawa’s Lennon Stella, the two acts which have collaborations with The Chainsmokers on the EP.  The Duo delivered a condensed slate of their hits including Roses, Paris, Call You Mine, Closer, 5S0S collabo Who Do You Love and Lennon Stella  pairing, Takeaway.  Fans reveled in their uplifting spirit and sophisticated stage production in a spectacle that spanned over three hours.

5SOS delight some lucky contest winners at their hotel doing an intimate performance and meet-and-greet earlier in the day in support of their upcoming fourth studio Disc.

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(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

We weren’t planning to visit New York City for a bit but temptation got to us. We really should be resting after a draining TIFF and what seemed like an endless series of weddings. Rest can always wait as NYC was the place to be this weekend with New York Comic Con, Paley Fest, New York Film Fest, Taylor Swift on Saturday Night Live and more going on in tandem. We don’t know how New Yorkers even function with all that excitement going on!

We came with no real agenda but came out exceedingly-pleased about our weekend!  It was beyond amazing. We keep doting on it, but 2019 will go down as our best year yet.

Wait till you see our sightings!

We, like the rest of Toronto, cannot wait for the arrival of EATALY, an upscale Italian grocer/eatery and all-around Foodie Heaven. New Yorkers are blessed with two locations and it was a joy having our morning coffee and pastries there.

This was our first visit ever to New York Comic Con, held at Jacob Javits Center, which was endless energy…  it was  amazing seeing how precise some of the Cosplay was! We are overjoyed finally to meet Marvel Cinematic Universe stars and acting veterans, Paul Rudd and Benedict Wong! They were beyond nice and we love seeing Rudd back with his signature hair again.

This year marks the 57th edition of the New York Film Festival and while many of the films screening there had done the rounds at TIFF ’19, it was so cool see New Yorkers get excited about them too. Films like Marriage Story and Parasite came out with raves just like in Toronto and they were lucky to see some Cast we didn’t get to see last month. Our highlight was getting to see ScarJo and having her throw you guys a wave! 👋 So cool Greta Gerwig came too to support Baumbach! We have a feeling this power couple will have competing Oscar contenders this Award season, she with Little Women. Just a reminder, these embedded albums can be scrolled-through by hovering right them and tapping on the arrow.

We adore Mary-Louise Parker and she is getting lots of acclaim for her work on Broadway in The Sound Inside. Loved getting to meet her finally!

Paley Fest celebrates Television, giving fans a chance to attend some intimate panels. We were lucky enough to catch the stars of AMC‘s The Walking Dead attending their panel.

It isn’t a New York visit without Saturday Night Live and this weekend’s taping was extra special with a star-studded list of guests seeing Fleabag star Phoebe Waller-Bridge host with musical guest, Taylor Swift! You won’t believe who came out to watch!

We couldn’t resist a visit to scenic Belmont Park! We are so happy to have found a gap in our day to see their star-studded card of racing including the Grade I Joe Hirsch Turf Classic and Champagne Stakes too!

We love always trying new things and BIBBLE AND SIP stamped itself a new favourite and we cannot wait to go back for their Hong Kong-inspired pastries and superb coffee.

…and Shake Shack, you need to come to Canada, already!

This is no joke, THE JOKER debuts with a phenomenal $94 million from 4,374 theatres for Warner Bros. this weekend. The Golden Lion winner at Venice gets 70% on the Tomatometer and a B+ CinemaScore, while becoming The Hangover Helmer Todd Phillips‘ best opening yet.

ABONIMABLE is in second with $13 million for Universal Pictures, a two week total of $37.8 million.

DOWNTON ABBEY is in third $8.7 million, a three week total of $87 million for Focus Features/Universal Pictures.

HUSTLERS lands in fourth with $6.2 million, making for a four week run of $91.2 million for STX Entertainment/Elevation Pictures.

JUDY makes its debut in the Top Ten in seventh with $4.1 million, expanding to 1,458 theatres for Roadside Attractions/eOne Films. It sits at 83% on the Tomatometer.

SYE RAA NARASIMHA REDDY rounds out the Top Ten with $1 million from 310 screens, the Epic which is available in multiple languages including Hindi, Telugu and Tamil, winning many critical raves in other territories.

Walt Disney Studios Canada x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win Advance Passes to see Disney’s MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL as follows:

Toronto: October 16th, 7pm, at Yonge + Dundas Theatre
Vancouver is: Oct. 16th at 7pm, Scotiabank Vancouver
Montreal: Oct.16th at 7pm, English – Forum, French – Starcite Montreal
Calgary: Oct 16th at 7pm, Scotiabank Chinook
Edmonton: Oct 16th at 7pm, South Edmonton Theatre

Synopsis:
The years have been kind to Maleficent and Aurora. Their relationship, born of heartbreak, revenge and ultimately love, has flourished. Yet the hatred between man and the fairies still exists. Aurora’s impending marriage to Prince Phillip is cause for celebration in the kingdom of Ulstead and the neighboring Moors, as the wedding serves to unite the two worlds. When an unexpected encounter introduces a powerful new alliance, Maleficent and Aurora are pulled apart to opposing sides in a Great War, testing their loyalties and causing them to question whether they can truly be family.

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Disney’s MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL is in theatres, Thursday, October 17, 2019.

(Photo/video credit: Walt Disney Studios Canada)

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