By Amanda Gilmore

Chloe Domont makes an assured, bold feature debut with the riveting Fair Play.

It follows couple Emily (Phoebe Dynevor) and Luke (Alden Ehrenreich) who live and work together, leading them to live double lives. In their private life, they are madly in love and share a cosy apartment. In their work life, their relationship is strictly platonic as it is a violation of company policy at their firm. Their love becomes tested when Emily earns a promotion the pair thought Luke would be given.

Appropriately set in the cut-throat world of Wall Street hedge fund firms, Fair Play is a merciless examination of love, power and gender dynamics. Emily and Luke recently got engaged but both are married to their careers. When Emily hears a rumour that Luke will be given the promotion she is elated for him. When that turns out to be untrue and Emily’s the one levelling up the celebration isn’t reciprocated. 

Rather, Luke’s fragile ego gets the best of him. He can’t understand why he wasn’t given the promotion. Ehrenreich gives a meticulous performance as the enchanting turned cruel Luke. He’s cast perfectly as his natural charm allows the audience to understand his pain and yearning to advance in the firm. 

As the story progresses, Luke’s resentment grows and he becomes vindictive and condescending towards Emily. However, Emily restrains herself and does her best to reassure Luke that he’ll get his turn. But eventually, Luke’s spiteful remarks cut like stab wounds and Emily’s controlled pain and resentment unleashes. Dynevor is a revelation as a woman achieving her dream while having to downplay this triumph. The chemistry between the two is palpable making for the most captivating pair of the year, especially in the raw arguments this couple has.

Fair Play is diligently crafted. Domont’s Script is paced to perfection, enticing us from start to finish. As the power shifts and resentment unleashes, Domont along with her two leads importantly remind us how in love these two are. Therefore, we’re constantly on the edge of our seats wondering where this relationship will go. And you’ll never see the most satisfying ending coming.

Fair Play screens at TIFF ’23:

Wednesday, September 13 at 5:30 PM at Roy Thompson Hall

Thursday, September 14 at 8:30 PM at TIFF Bell Lightbox

Friday, September 15 at 6 PM at TIFF Bell Lightbox

This is insanity. And to think it actually is based on things that happened! See the new Poster for COCAINE BEAR. And no that isn’t snow.

Synopsis:

Inspired by the 1985 true story of a drug runner’s plane crash, missing cocaine, and the black bear that ate it, this wild thriller finds an oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists and teens converging in a Georgia forest where a 500- pound apex predator has ingested a staggering amount of cocaine and gone on a coke-fueled rampage for more blow … and blood.

Cocaine Bear stars Keri Russell (The Americans), Emmy winner Margo Martindale (The Americans), Emmy winner Ray Liotta (The Many Saints of Newark), Alden Ehrenreich (Solo: A Star Wars Story), O’Shea Jackson Jr. (Straight Outta Compton), Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family), Kristofer Hivju (Game of Thrones), Kahyun Kim (American Gods), Christian Convery (Sweet Tooth), Brooklynn Prince (The Florida Project) and newcomer Scott Seiss.

Directed by Elizabeth Banks (Charlie’s Angels, Pitch Perfect 2) from a screenplay by Jimmy Warden (The Babysitter: Killer Queen), Cocaine Bear is produced by Oscar^® winners Phil Lord and Chris Miller (Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse, The Mitchells vs. The Machines) and Aditya Sood (The Martian) for Lord Miller, by Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman (Pitch Perfect franchise) for Brownstone Productions, and by Brian Duffield (Spontaneous). Robin Fisichella (Ma) will executive produce.

Genre: Thriller

Cast: Keri Russell, Margo Martindale, Ray Liotta, Alden Ehrenreich, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Kristofer Hivju, Kahyun Kim, Christian Convery, Brooklynn Prince, Scott Seiss

Directed by: Elizabeth Banks 

Screenplay by: Jimmy Warden 

Producers: Phil Lord & Chris Miller, Aditya Sood, Elizabeth Banks, Max Handelman, Brian Duffield

Executive Producer: Robin Fisichella

Universal Pictures Canada release COCAINE BEAR February 24, 2022.

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Canadians this Victoria Day weekend will be called upon to show-off their best Chewbacca impression! An interactive experience runs May 19-21, 2018 at the following locations:

SCOTIABANK THEATRE TORONTO
2:00pm – 10:00pm
259 Richmond St W
Filming Saturday from 4:30pm – 6:30pm

SCOTIABANK THEATRE VANCOUVER
2:00pm – 10:00pm
900 Burrard St
Filming Saturday from 4:30pm – 6:30pm

SCOTIABANK THEATRE MONTREAL
2:00pm – 10:00pm
977 Saint-Catherine St W
Filming Saturday from 4:30pm – 6:30pm

MARKET MALL CALGARY
Across from the Disney Store
9:30am – 8:00pm
3625 Shaganappi Trail NW
Filming Saturday from 1:00pm – 3:00pm

WEST EDMONTON MALL
Across from the Disney Store
10:00am – 9:00pm
8882 170 St NW, Edmonton
Filming Saturday from 1:00pm – 3:00pm

RIDEAU CENTRE OTTAWA
Across from the Disney Store
9:30am – 9:00pm
50 Rideau St, Ottawa
Filming Saturday from 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Synopsis:
Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes.

See the Teaser:

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada release SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Friday, May 25, 2018.

(Photo/video credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada)

In celebration of May the Fourth, a brand-new Clip is now available to watch from SOLO: A Star Wars Story!

Synopsis:
Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes

See the new Clip:

Don’t forget, tickets now are on sale everywhere tickets are sold to see SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY! Don’t forget to check out the LIFE VR App to witness like never before the Millennium Falcon! Here for more.

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada release SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Friday, May 25, 2018.

(Photo/video credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada)

New Character Posters have just been released to get us pumped for SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY! Check ’em out!

Synopsis:
Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes.

The film stars Alden Ehrenreich, Woody Harrelson, Emilia Clarke, Donald Glover, Thandie Newton, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Joonas Suotamo and Paul Bettany.

See the new Character Posters:

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada release SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Friday, May 25, 2018.

(Photo/video credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada)

Hot off the news that it will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival out-of-competition, SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY has a brand-new Trailer for us to enjoy! Director Ron Howard and the Cast also are confirmed to attend the Festival!

Synopsis:
Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes.

The Film stars Alden Ehrenreich, Woody Harrelson, Emilia Clarke, Donald Glover, Thandie Newton, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Joonas Suotamo, and Paul Bettany.

See the Trailer:

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada release SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Friday, May 25, 2018.

(Photo/video credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada)

Premiering during tonight’s Super Bowl was a brand-new look at SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY! Here is our official Trailer!

Synopsis:
Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in “Solo: A Star Wars Story,” an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes

See the Trailer:

See a new Poster:

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada release SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Friday, May 25, 2018.

(Photo/video credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada)

Universal Pictures Canada + Mr. Will want to take you to see the latest from brilliant brother duo, The Coen Brothers!  HAIL, CAESAR! has had us talking since its star-studded Trailer first surfaced and now you’ll have a chance to see it first on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton!

Synopsis:
Follows a single day in the life of a 1950s studio “fixer” Eddie (Josh Brolin) who is presented with plenty of problems to fix — including a missing movie star (George Clooney) and a pregnant actress (Scarlet Johansson).

HAIL, CAESAR! stars Josh Brolin, George Clooney, Alden Ehrenreich, Ralph Fiennes, Jonah Hill, Scarlett Johansson, Frances McDormand, Tilda Swinton and Channing Tatum. Yes, you read that right. All of ’em in ONE Movie!!

See the Trailer:

Artwork:

To enter to win, simply click “like” on this Post at Mr. Will on Facebook. State your City and tell me what your biggest problem to fix in 2016 is.

For an extra chance, click “share” on this Post from there or Tweet the below:

http://www.mrwillwong.com/hailcaesar @MRWILLW wants us to #win Advance Passes to see #HAILCAESAR! Out 2/5.

Universal Pictures Canada release HAIL, CAESAR! on Friday, February 5, 2016.

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The Coen Brothers are back and you absolutely must check-out this snappy Trailer for their latest opus, HAIL, CAESAR! The Comedy stars a brilliant and eclectic cast including Josh Brolin, Channing Tatum, George Clooney, Scarlett Johansson, Alden Ehrenreich, Jonah Hill, Tilda Swinton, Frances McDormand and Ralph Fiennes.

Synopsis:
Follows a single day in the life of a studio fixer (Josh Brolin) who is presented with plenty of problems to fix.

See the Trailer:

Universal Pictures Canada release HAIL, CAESAR! on Friday, February 5, 2016, something to take us out of the winder doldrums!

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Mr. Will Wong and Mongrel Media are thrilled to give Readers a chance to see Woody Allen‘s new Drama, Blue Jasmine in Toronto and Vancouver!  Screenings take place Thursday, August 1, 2013 in Toronto at Varsity Cinemas and Vancouver’s Fifth Avenue Cinemas.

Starring the incomparable Cate Blanchett, this latest Film from Writer/Director Allen, centers around a Woman named Jasmine (Cate Blanchett) who is led back to San Francisco after a Crisis takes place, reconnecting her with her Sister.  The brilliant Supporting Cast includes: Alden Ehrenreich, Peter Sarsgaard, Alec Baldwin, Louis C.K.,  Bobby Cannavale, Tammy Blanchard, Charlie Tahan and Sally Hawkins!

Watch the Trailer in full below:

To enter to win, simply click “like” on this Post at Mr. Will Wong on Facebook and state your City. Double your chances by sharing this Post on Facebook or Re-Tweeting the below:

http://www.mrwillwong.com/bluejasmine @MRWILLW wants us to #win Passes across Canada to see #WoodyAllen’s #BLUEJASMINE starring #CateBlanchett. Out 8/2!

Mongrel Media releases Blue Jasmine on August 2, 2013.

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