#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “THE LONELIEST WHALE”

Leonardo DiCaprio executive products THE LONELIEST WHALE, coming soon to theatres and on-demand. See this new Trailer!

Synopsis:

THE LONELIEST WHALE is a cinematic quest to find the “52 Hertz Whale,” which scientists believe has spent its entire life in solitude calling out at a frequency that is different from any other whale. As the film embarks on this engrossing journey, audiences will explore what this whale’s lonely plight can teach us — not just about our changing relationship to the oceans, but to each other. Executive Produced with Leonardo DiCaprio and Adrian Grenier, directed by Joshua Zeman.

THE LONELIEST WHALE arrives in theates July 9, 2021 and across all digital and on-demand platforms July 16, 2021 via Elevation Pictures.

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#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “SEX/LIFE”

Filmed here in Toronto, new Series Sex/Life arrives shortly on Netflix!

Synopsis:

Sex/Life is the story of a love triangle between a woman, her husband, and her past that takes a provocative new look at female identity and desire. Billie Connelly (Sarah Shahi) wasn’t always a stay-at-home wife and mother living in the suburbs. Before she married loving and reliable Cooper (Mike Vogel) and moved to Connecticut, Billie was a free-spirited wild child living in New York City with her best friend Sasha (Margaret Odette), working hard and playing even harder. Exhausted from taking care of her two young kids and feeling nostalgic for her past, Billie starts journaling and fantasizing about her passionate exploits with sexy ex-boyfriend Brad (Adam Demos), the big heartbreak she never got over. But the more Billie remembers, the more she wonders how she got here — and then her husband finds her journal. Will the truth about Billie’s past start a sexual revolution in her marriage, or lead her down a path back to the life she thought she left behind with the man who broke her heart?

SEX/LIFE arrives June 25, 2021 on Netflix.

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#FIRSTLOOK: NEW TRAILER FOR “WOLFGANG” – WOLFGANG PUCK DOCUMENTARY

We’ve all heard of famous Chef Wolfgang Puck, but do we know him? Upcoming Documentary WOLFGANG is coming soon to Disney+!

Synopsis:

As a teenager in Austria, Wolfgang Puck harnessed his love of cooking to escape the harsh rule of his stepfather. A local apprenticeship forged his path to train at a revered French restaurant before landing in America at age 24. In 70s Hollywood, Puck began working at Ma Maison, crafting an original menu around fresh ingredients, making the once-tacky eatery a popular, acclaimed darling. Still, the lack of acknowledgement from Ma Maison‘s owner pushed Puck to take the biggest risk of his career and open his first restaurant, Spago, an instant hit where famous clientele dote equally on Puck‘s new American cuisine and personality. Almost by accident, Puck created the concept of a “celebrity chef” with his decades-spanning television appearances, building a staggering global empire of restaurants, cafes and products for home cooks. But at home, the frenetic professional demands disrupted his family life. 

WOLFGANG arrives on Disney+ June 25, 2021.

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#FIRSTLOOK: NIKE AND CONVERSE ANNOUNCE “SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY” COLLECTIONS

In anticipation of SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY, Nike and Converse will be releasing product lines next month that pays tribute to the Franchise’s colourful legacy!

Synopsis:

Welcome to the Jam! Basketball champion and global icon LeBron James goes on an epic adventure alongside timeless Tune Bugs Bunny with the animated/live-action event “Space Jam: A New Legacy,” from director Malcolm D. Lee and an innovative filmmaking team including Ryan Coogler and Maverick Carter. This transformational journey is a manic mashup of two worlds that reveals just how far some parents will go to connect with their kids. When LeBron and his young son Dom are trapped in a digital space by a rogue A.I., LeBron must get them home safe by leading Bugs, Lola Bunny and the whole gang of notoriously undisciplined Looney Tunes to victory over the A.I.’s digitized champions on the court: a powered-up roster of professional basketball stars as you’ve never seen them before. It’s Tunes versus Goons in the highest-stakes challenge of his life, that will redefine LeBron’s bond with his son and shine a light on the power of being yourself. The ready-for-action Tunes destroy convention, supercharge their unique talents and surprise even “King” James by playing the game their own way.

See some of the amazing collection from Nike!

Warner Bros. Canada release SPACE JAM: A NEW LEGACY in theatres July 16, 2021!

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#NEWMUSIC: COLDPLAY – “HIGHER POWER” VIDEO

COLDPLAY are back with Max Martin-produced new Single HIGHER POWER! We love it. Reminds us a bit of Dua Lipa‘s Be The One-meets- early-mid ’80s Springsteen does Dance Pop-Rock. The Track is from their upcoming ninth Studio Disc!

See the Official Video:

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#FIRSTLOOK: “IN THE HEIGHTS” FIRST EIGHT MINUTE PREVIEW

The first eight minutes of IN THE HEIGHTS are available for you to enjoy right now!

SYNOPSIS: Lights up on Washington Heights, a world very much of its place, but universal in its experience, where the streets are made of music and little dreams become big… The scent of a cafecito caliente hangs in the air just outside of the 181^st Street subway stop, where a kaleidoscope of dreams rallies this vibrant and tight-knit community.  At the intersection of it all is the likeable, magnetic bodega owner Usnavi, who saves every penny from his daily grind as he hopes, imagines and sings about a better life.

Critics and stars alike are calling IN THE HEIGHTS the Event of the Year! See what they have to say!

https://twitter.com/intheheights/status/1402053195925393409

Click here for more of our IN THE HEIGHTS coverage including a Chat with the Director and Cast.

IN THE HEIGHTS is out Thursday, June 10, 2021 in theatres and available for rental at home.

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#COOKING: CAMERON DIAZ’S ROASTED CORN SALAD + FRIED CHICKEN THIGHS RECIPE

Cameron Diaz’s Roasted Corn Salad + Fried Chicken Thighs. Who knew Cameron Diaz was such an amazing cook? I fell into a black hole of cooking videos over the weekend and was rather impressed with Diaz‘s play-by-play of her Salad recipe. She’d explain the process of roasting and caramelizing corn, the impact of salt and the types of salt being important, plus also, her chopping skills were mesmerizing. I did worry about the raw Sugar Snap Peas being too tough and fibrous, but sliced thinly and mixed with the corn, there were no issues. She suggests serving this Salad with Chicken Thighs, which I do in my Air Fryer. I made a couple modifications because most of us don’t have her fancy vinegars and salts, and threw-in some Edamame for added protein. Simple, clean and flavourful eating meant for Summer. I make enough here for six people. Perfect with a glass of Chardonnay. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

8 Chicken Thighs
2 cups of Sugar Snap Peas, de-stringed and chopped thin
4 cobs of Corn, kernels sliced off the cob
1 clove garlic, grated
1/4 cup freshly-squeezed Orange Juice (I use Cara Cara Oranges)
1/4 cup Edamame, removed from pods
6 tbsps Olive Oil
4 tbsps Rice Vinegar
1 tbsp Truffle Oil
1 tsp Pink Himalayan Sea Salt, ground
Sea salt and pepper

Cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Season Chicken Thighs in Pink Himalayan Sea Salt and pepper. Refrigerate and bring out about 45 minutes before cooking.
2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in iron skillet on medium-high heat.
3. Roast corn kernels, uncovered, stirring occasionally. Add sprinkling of sea salt. Cook till brown and caramelized (about 10 minutes).
4. Prepare dressing in small bowl with vinegar, juice, garlic, 4 tbsps olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
5. Pre-heat Air Fryer five minutes at 375°F.
6. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp truffle oil onto Chicken Thighs. Cook in two batches in Air Fryer, about 15 minutes each batch, turning once half-way through.
7. In large salad bowl, toss corn kernels, Edamame and thinly-sliced Sugar Snap Peas in dressing.
8. Plate Chicken Thighs with rice (if you like), and a few scoops of the Salad. Garnish with chopped Cilantro if you like. I like to sprinkle Furikake on rice for flavour. Cameron sprinkles Feta on her Salad, so there’s an option!

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#FIRSTLOOK: OWEN WILSON JOINS THE MCU IN MARVEL’S “LOKI”

LOKI fans will be thrilled at this! It was just announced today that Owen Wilson joins the MCU Universe, starring in Marvel’s LOKI. The new Series premieres this Wednesday on Disney+.

See this new Featurette:

LOKI premieres on Disney+ June 9, 2021.

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#FIRSTLOOK: NEW PROGRAMMING ON STAR 2021-2022

Disney+ has confirmed today that some exciting new Series are coming to STAR (on Disney+) including ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING and PAM & TOMMY! More details below:

Dopesick
From Executive Producer Danny Strong and starring and executive produced by Michael Keaton, “Dopesick” examines how one company triggered the worst drug epidemic in American history. The series takes viewers to the epicenter of America’s struggle with opioid addiction, from the boardrooms of Purdue Pharma, to a distressed Virginia mining community, to the hallways of the DEA. The unsparing yet deeply human portraits of the various families affected by Oxycontin addiction and their intersecting stories hold up a mirror to this American tragedy, while shining a hopeful light on the heroes battling the craven corporate forces behind this national crisis. The limited series is inspired by the New York Times bestselling book by Beth Macy.

“Dopesick” is written by Emmy winner Danny Strong and directed by Oscar winner Barry Levinson. Executive producers include Danny Strong, John Goldwyn, Barry Levinson, Warren Littlefield, Beth Macy and Karen Rosenfelt. The limited series is based on the New York Times bestselling book of the same name by Beth Macy, coming to Hulu from 20th Television and The Littlefield Company. The series stars Michael Keaton, Peter Sarsgaard, Will Poulter, John Hoogenakker with Kaitlyn Dever and Rosario Dawson.

Immigrant (2022)
“Immigrant” is the true story of Somen “Steve” Banerjee (played by Nanjiani), the Indian-American entrepreneur who started Chippendales. The series will detail the insane, darkly comedic, crime-ridden story behind the unique male revue that became a cultural phenomenon.

Only Murders in The Building (August 31, 2021)
From the minds of Steve Martin, Dan Fogelman and John Hoffman comes a comedic murder-mystery series for the ages. “Only Murders in the Building” follows three strangers (Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez) who share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one. When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate the truth. As they record a podcast of their own to document the case, the three unravel the complex secrets of the building which stretch back years. Perhaps even more explosive are the lies they tell one another. Soon, the endangered trio comes to realize a killer might be living amongst them as they race to decipher the mounting clues before it’s too late.

Pam & Tommy (2022)

“Pam & Tommy” is a limited series based on the true story behind the release of the first ever viral video in history — the sex tape of Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee. The series brings a new perspective to the scandal that changed the course of celebrity culture.

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#GIVEAWAY: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN “INDIANA JONES: 4-MOVIE COLLECTION” ON 4K ULTRA HD

Paramount Home Entertainment x Mr. Will are thrilled to give Readers to bring a bit of history home with this amazing INDIANA JONES: 4-MOVIE COLLECTION on 4K ULTRA HD! Now deemed a classic, Raiders of the Lost Ark—celebrates its 40th anniversary this year!

Films in the Collection include:

INDIANA JONES AND THE RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK 

INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM

INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE 

INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL 

The Set includes special features:

On Set with Raiders of the Lost Ark

From Jungle to Desert

From Adventure to Legend

Making the Films

The Making of Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981 documentary)

The Making of Raiders of the Lost Ark

The Making of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom

The Making of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

The Making of Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (HD)

Behind the Scenes

The Stunts of Indiana Jones

The Sound of Indiana Jones

The Music of Indiana Jones

The Light and Magic of Indiana Jones

Raiders: The Melting Face!

Indiana Jones and the Creepy Crawlies (with optional pop-ups)

Travel with Indiana Jones: Locations (with optional pop-ups)

Indy’s Women: The American Film Institute Tribute

Indy’s Friends and Enemies

Iconic Props (Kingdom of the Crystal Skull) (HD)

The Effects of Indy (Kingdom of the Crystal Skull) (HD)

Adventures in Post Production (Kingdom of the Crystal Skull) (HD)

Check-out this Featurette with Raiders of the Lost Ark‘s Sound Designers:

To enter to win the Collection, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACBEOOK and Re-Tweet this Contest Tweet below for an extra chance.

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The INDIANA JONES: 4-MOVIE COLLECTION arrives June 15, 2021.

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