The Pickup brings together two generations of comedy for an explosive and hilarious partnership that showcases the chemistry between old-school experience and new-wave energy.

The film delivers heart-pounding thrills, sharp comedy, and unexpected mishaps — everyone’s in for a hilarious and wild ride.

Directed by Tim Story, who’s known for his work on The Blackening, Barbershop and Ride Along, the film blends high-octane action with sharp humor.​

In addition to Eddie Murphy, Pete Davidson, and Keke Palmer, the film features a diverse cast including Eva Longoria, Marshawn Lynch, Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i, Andrew Dice Clay, and Ismael Cruz Córdova.

In the action-comedy The Pickup, a routine cash pickup takes a wild turn when two mismatched armored truck drivers, Russell (Eddie Murphy) and Travis (Pete Davidson), are ambushed by ruthless criminals led by a savvy mastermind, Zoe (Keke Palmer), with plans that go way beyond the cash cargo. As chaos unfolds around them, the unlikely duo must navigate high-risk danger, clashing personalities, and one very bad day that keeps getting worse.

Directed by Tim Story

Written by Kevin Burrows & Matt Mider

Produced by John Davis, p.g.a., John Fox, p.g.a., Eddie Murphy, p.g.a., Tim Story, Charisse Hewitt-Webster, p.g.a.

Starring Eddie Murphy, Pete Davidson, Eva Longoria, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Jack Kesy, Andrew Dice Clay, Marshawn Lynch, Joe “Roman Reigns” Anoa’i and Keke Palmer

Run Time: 1 hour, 34 minutes | Rating: R | Genre: Action, Comedy

The Nova Music Festival Exhibition in Toronto, a powerful installation commemorating the tragic events of October 7, 2023, has been extended due to the overwhelming embrace of the city and Greater Toronto Area.

Originally planned to be on display in Toronto until the beginning of June, the exhibition will now run until June 22, 2025, allowing more time for visitors to experience this essential journey of remembrance, reflection, and healing.

Since opening its doors in Toronto on April 23, 2025, tens of thousands have attended, bearing witness to the devastating attack that marked the largest massacre in music history.

The exhibition is an in-depth remembrance of the atrocities and murders at the Nova Music Festival on October 7, 2023, and sets out to recreate a festival dedicated to peace and love that was savagely cut short by a terrorist attack.

On Friday, October 6, 2023, thousands of music and arts fans gathered in Re’im Israel for the Nova Music Festival – a celebration of life, peace, and music. At 6:29AM on Saturday, October 7, Hamas terrorists launched a brutal attack, invading Israel and massacring 1,200 people. Among them, 411 were murdered in relation to the festival, including four Canadians, and 251 were abducted, including 43 innocent festivalgoers.

Spanning more than 60,000 square feet, the installation is one of the largest exhibitions in Canadian history, offering a space for reflection, remembrance, and shared humanity. Through multimedia, survivor accounts, and meticulously recreated festival grounds, the exhibition invites visitors to connect with what happened—and who it happened to.

Notable gatherings and special events at the exhibition so far have included ‘A Tribute To Canadian Lives Lost’ honouring the memory of the four Canadians murdered at the Nova Music Festival, a spectacular drone show that featured 411 drones, one for every person murdered at the festival on October 7, 2023. At another high-profile event, ‘From Captivity to Freedom’, attendees had the opportunity to listen to an emotional live testimony from a returned hostage.

Since opening, the exhibition has hosted numerous ‘Voices of Resilience’ and daily events with testimonies from Nova survivors and bereaved family members, which will continue through the extended run. More events like these will be announced on the Nova Exhibition website and social channels.

The Nova Music Festival Exhibition is a vital experience for everyone. Visitors are encouraged to come with family members, friends, co-workers, and allies to the community—to share the experience together, to remember, to reflect, and nurture the journey of healing, as a community.

Net proceeds from the exhibition will go to supporting the Nova community including initiatives and support programs for victims and families of the October 7, 2023 massacre.

Due to extraordinary demand and limited ticket availability, advance booking is highly recommended. To purchase tickets and learn more, visit novaexhibition.com.

In case you haven’t seen it yet, a new clip has been released from MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – THE FINAL RECKONING, the jawdropping submarine sequence!

SYNOPSIS

Our lives are the sum of our choices. Tom Cruise is Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY

David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, Chris Brock

PRODUCED BY

Tom Cruise, Christopher M^cQuarrie

BASED ON THE TELEVISION SERIES CREATED BY

Bruce Geller

WRITTEN BY

Christopher M^cQuarrie & Erik Jendresen

DIRECTED BY

Christopher M^cQuarrie

STARRING

Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Esai Morales, Pom Klementieff, Henry Czerny, Holt McCallany, Janet McTeer, Nick Offerman, Hannah Waddingham, Tramell Tillman and Angela Bassett, Shea Whigham, Greg Tarzan Davis, Charles Parnell, Mark Gatiss, with Rolf Saxon, Lucy Tulugarjuk

 OFFICIAL RUNTIME

2 HR 49 MIN

Following its breakout success, Paramount+ and MTV Documentary Films today announced the global expansion of The Children of October 7 which is set to debut across every Paramount+ territory on Monday, June 2, 2025 coinciding with the Jewish holiday of Shavuot.

The documentary, which features social media activist Montana Tucker, is directed by Asaf Becker and produced by Kastina Communications. It will now be available in Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Latin America, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

On October 7, 2023, Israeli children were among the most vulnerable victims of the Hamas attacks. Of the estimated 1,200 Israelis murdered, 37 were children. Of those who survived, over 100 children lost one parent, over 20 lost both parents and more than 35 were kidnapped to Gaza. Hundreds of children were injured, and thousands were displaced from their homes.

The Children of October 7 features deeply sensitive conversations between Tucker and these children who bravely share their experiences of trauma and survival as they continue to process the unthinkable – being held captive, witnessing the deaths of their parents and enduring violent invasions of their homes. Alongside Tucker’s support, the children present a poignant and heartfelt depiction of their terrifying experiences.

Shari Redstone, Chair of Paramount Global, said, “We have long been committed to sharing content that informs and educates. This documentary is a clear example in highlighting the terror that occurred on October 7 and the aftermath for thousands of children who will forever suffer from the impact of that day. Montana Tucker is doing extraordinary work, and we’re proud to distribute the film around the world on Paramount+.”

“The Children of October 7 is one of the most important projects I’ve ever been part of. As the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, hearing these children share the horrors they endured – losing their families, their homes, and their innocence in a single morning – felt hauntingly familiar. I’m grateful they trusted me with their stories and that they have this platform to share their truth. Thanks to Paramount+ and MTV, the world will bear witness,” said Montana Tucker.

The Children of October 7 was produced by Eytan Schwartz, Meny Aviram, Mor Tregger, Zameret Alexaneroni, Jonathan Barsade and Rotem Alima. The film was directed by Asaf Becker, with cinematography by Sasha Gavrikov and editing by Yotam Katzor.

With almost 14 million combined followers across her social media platforms, award-winning actress, singer, dancer, philanthropist, and social media activist Montana Tucker empowers from every angle. Featured in the documentary The Children of October 7, now streaming on Paramount+, Tucker also garnered acclaim for her educational docuseries How To: Never Forget, in which she traveled to Poland and Auschwitz with her mother, Michelle, to learn about her grandparents’ experiences during the Holocaust. Tucker has become a household name in the Jewish community and beyond through her powerful social media videos and her numerous speaking engagements worldwide, which help to raise awareness about antisemitism and bring communities together. She’s been honored by The National Holocaust Museum, Artists 4 Israel, Auschwitz Jewish Foundation, The Mayor of New York, The City of Beverly Hills and many others. Among her many hosting and emceeing duties, Tucker hosted ADL’s Never Is Now, the world’s largest summit on antisemitism and headlined the March for Israel Rally in Washington, D.C., among many others. Tucker can be found on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube @montanatucker.

The film is currently streaming in the U.S. on Paramount+.

(Photo credit: Orit Pnini)

Tickets are now on sale wherever tickets are sold for Disney and Pixar’s “Elio,” the cosmic misadventure that introduces Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination and a huge alien obsession. Opening exclusively in theatres on June 20, 2025 “Elio” features a fun and funny array of aliens with whom Elio aligns himself in hopes he can relocate to outer space permanently. Moviegoers who can’t wait till the release date can check out early-access screenings on June 18, 2025 —check local theatres for more information. Plus, showcasing fun alien characters like liquid supercomputer Ooooo, friendly ambassador Helix, Elio’s new alien friend, Glordon, and space warlord Grigon, the final trailer for “Elio” is now available:

For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers—in Disney and Pixar’s all-new feature film “Elio,” the universe calls back! When Elio is beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide, Elio’s all in for the epic undertaking. Mistakenly identified as Earth’s leader, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions, and somehow discover who and where he is truly meant to be. Directed by Madeline Sharafian (“Burrow” Sparkshort), Domee Shi (“Bao” short, “Turning Red”) and Adrian Molina (co-screenwriter/co-director of “Coco”), and produced by Mary Alice Drumm (associate producer of “Coco”), the film features the voices of Yonas Kibreab as Elio, Zoe Saldaña as Aunt Olga, Remy Edgerly as Glordon, Brad Garrett as Lord Grigon, Jameela Jamil as Ambassador Questa and Shirley Henderson as Ooooo.

Universal Pictures, Focus Features and Mr. Will are thrilled to give Readers a chance to win passes to the Advance Screening of Wes Anderson’s THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME. Screening takes place June 5, 2025 in Toronto at Varsity Cinema.

Synopsis: The story of a family and a family business.

Starring: Benicio del Toro as Zsa-zsa Korda, one of the richest men in Europe; Mia Threapleton as Liesl, his daughter/a nun; Michael Cera as Bjorn, their tutor. With: Riz Ahmed, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Mathieu Amalric, Richard Ayoade, Jeffrey Wright, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rupert Friend, Hope Davis.

To enter for a chance to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK and/or IG. Tag 1 friend you’ll take to the Premiere with you. Multiple entries permitted.

Rules and regulations here.

Focus Features and Universal Pictures Canada release THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME June 6, 2025.

Some fun activities taking place around Toronto in celebration of its release here.

(Photo/video credit: Focus Features/Universal Pictures Canada)

THE PHOENICIAN SCHEME actually will have a Torontonian Scheme — a series of local partnerships with Toronto businesses offering uniquely Wes Anderson-inspired experiences!

Focus Features and Universal Pictures Canada release June 6, 2025.

Here are some fun activities going on around the City to celebrate its release. A chance to see it also might just be coming soon as well!

More to come…

CookUnity has officially launched in Canada, and to celebrate, CookUnity is inviting Torontonians to experience a FREE, chef-crafted meal to-go! Hosted in the Salon courtyard on May 26 & 27, 2025 from 12:00–2:00 PM, passersbys can experience a memorable meal created by award-winning chefs, including Patrick Kriss (Alo), Trevor Lui (Fat Bao), Sand Tsoi (Baan Thai Family), and Dadrian Coke (Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen). While supplies last!

This isn’t your average meal delivery service; it’s a new era of dining! CookUnity’s chef-led service is bringing Torontoians fresh, made-to-order meals crafted by Canada’s top culinary talent, each rooted in their diverse global flavours!

When: May 26th & 27th 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Where: Salon – 162 Cumberland St., Toronto

More details can be found on COOKUNITY here!

Following a sold-out Toronto debut earlier this year, the collaboration between Yan Dining Room and No. 8 Restaurant is back—this time heading west to downtown Burlington for one night only on Sunday, June 8.

Fresh off being named #2 on Toronto Life’s Best New Restaurants of 2025 and #43 on Post City’s chef-approved list of the 50 Best Restaurants in Toronto, Chef Eva Chin of Yan Dining Room reunites with Chef Nick Lin of No. 8 for an eight-course tasting menu rooted in Chinese and Italian cuisine.

In addition to his role at No. 8, Chef Nick Lin brings impressive global recognition: he was the Bocuse d’Or candidate for Team China in 2023 and previously served as Head Chef at the Two Michelin-starred Taian Table and One Michelin-starred Stiller in Guangzhou.

Together, they continue their creative dialogue through modern technique, heritage flavours, and personal perspective – bringing their dynamic approach to Burlington for a thoughtful exploration of identity and culture through food.

Highlights:

When & Where: Sunday, June 8 at No. 8 Restaurant (446 Pearl St., Burlington)
Format: Eight-course tasting menu, $140 per person
Chefs: Eva Chin (Yan Dining Room, Toronto) & Nick Lin (No. 8 Restaurant, Burlington)
Extras: Optional wine pairings available; limited seating with no menu modifications
Instagram Handles: @yandiningroom & @no8restaurant

Cineplex Pictures x Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to win passes to the Toronto Premiere of BALLERINA, a new Action-Thriller set in the JOHN WICK universe. This takes place Monday, June 2, 2025.

Synopsis: 

Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas) who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.

Cast: Ana de Armas, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Lance Reddick, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Norman Reedus, with Ian McShane, and Keanu Reeves

To enter for a chance to win, click “like” on this Post at MR. WILL ON FACEBOOK and/or IG. Tag 1 friend you’ll take to the Premiere with you. Multiple entries permitted.

Rules and regulations here.

Cineplex Pictures release BALLERINA June 6, 2025.

(Photo/video credit: Cineplex Pictures)