After a stunning performance in last year’s THE INSPECTION, Gabrielle Union goes a bit lighter on this upcoming Rom-Com. We get a new Trailer for THE PERFECT FIND. Just a woman trying to remain professional but getting all distracted!

Synopsis:

After a high-profile firing, Jenna’s (Gabrielle Union) fashion career comeback hits a snag when she falls for a charming, much younger coworker (Keith Powers) — who happens to be her boss’s son. As sparks fly, Jenna must decide if she’ll risk it all on a secret romance. Based on the book by Tia Williams, The Perfect Find is directed by Numa Perrier and also stars Aisha Hinds, D.B. Woodside, Gina Torres and La La Anthony.

THE PERFECT FIND arrives June 23, 2023 on Netflix.

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levelFILM and Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to see TIFF ’22 selection THE INSPECTION, which has won raves on the Festival circuit.

The Screening takes places November 30, 2022 in Toronto at Cineplex Cinemas Varsity at 8:00 PM.

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levelFILM release THE INSPECTION in theatres December 2, 2022.

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Check-out this brand-new Trailer for STRANGE WORLD featuring the voices of Jake Gyllenhaal and Dennis Quaid.

Synopsis:

A brand-new trailer, poster and trailer stills are now available for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ action-packed adventure “Strange World.” Opening in theatres this Nov. 23rd, the feature film introduces a legendary family of explorers, the Clades, as they attempt to navigate an uncharted, treacherous land alongside a motley crew that includes a mischievous blob, a three-legged dog and a slew of ravenous creatures. “Inspired by classic adventure stories,” said director Don Hall, “‘Strange World’ is an original animated adventure/comedy about three generations of the Clade family who overcome their differences while exploring a strange, wondrous and oftentimes hostile world.”

The voice cast includes Jake Gyllenhaal as Searcher Clade, a family man who finds himself out of his element on an unpredictable mission; Dennis Quaid as Searcher’s larger-than-life explorer father, Jaeger; Jaboukie Young-White as Searcher’s 16-year-old son, Ethan, who longs for adventure; Gabrielle Union as Meridian Clade, an accomplished pilot and Searcher’s partner in all things; and Lucy Liu as Callisto Mal, Avalonia’s fearless leader who spearheads the exploration into the strange world. “Strange World” is helmed by Don Hall (Oscar®-winning “Big Hero 6,” “Raya and the Last Dragon”) and co-director/writer Qui Nguyen (co-writer “Raya and the Last Dragon”), and produced by Roy Conli (Oscar®-winning “Big Hero 6,” “Tangled”).

Walt Disney Studios Canada release STRANGE WORLD November 23, 2022 in theatres.

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By Mr. Will Wong

Based on Writer/Director Elegance Bratton‘s autobiographical account of his time in the military, THE INSPECTION truly is a hidden gem of the Festival.

The Film centers on French (Jeremy Pope), a young black gay man who finds himself homeless, with his mother (Gabrielle Union) kicking him out, disapproving of his sexuality. He decides to join the military, but when others suspect that he is homosexual, he finds himself without an ally as his fellow recruits vie with him to graduate a Marine. But not first without testing his every physical and mental limit.

He finds himself attracted to his Drill Sargeant (Raúl Castillo) who encourages him to keep to task despite being met with a complete lack of support. And underneath it all, French is eager to make his mother proud, hopeful for a reconciliation.

Bratton gives us a deeply-personal and compelling film, which is detailed in its exploration of the rigorous training these recruits undergo. It isn’t long before we are drawn into this world, seeing the world through French‘s eyes, thanks to an outstanding performance by Pope in the lead role. He is vulnerable, fearful yet driven to make it. He masters the physical demands of the role as well. An unrecognizable Union also delivers a superb performance even though she is seen sparingly, breathing humanity into a challenging character. It also proves very tough not to gravitate to Castillo, who commands the screen, grounding the story which is entrenched in a world of hyper-toxic masculinity.

Such a fantastic film and a story that needs to be seen in understanding the events that led to the need for a “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy permitting homosexuals to serve in the military.

THE INSPECTION screens as follows at TIFF ’22:

Thu, Sep 08 IN-PERSON Royal Alexandra Theatre 8:30 pm

Sat, Sep 10 IN-PERSON Scotiabank Theatre Toronto 11:30am

Fri, Sep 16 IN-PERSON Scotiabank Theatre Toronto 11:30am

CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN is back for a brand-new generation, starring Zac Braff and Gabrielle Union. See the new Trailer!

Synopsis:

The Series follows the funny and heartwarming story of the raucous exploits of a blended family of 12, the Bakers, as they navigate a hectic home life while simultaneously managing their family business.

“Cheaper by the Dozen” is directed by Gail Lerner with a screenplay by Kenya Barris & Jenifer Rice-Genzuk Henry based upon the novel by Frank Bunker Gilbreth, Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey. Kenya Barris is producing, with Shawn Levy, Gabrielle Union, Brian Dobbins and Donald J. Lee, Jr. serving as executive producers. The movie stars Gabrielle Union, Zach Braff, Erika Christensen, Timon Kyle Durrett, Journee Brown, Kylie Rogers, Andre Robinson, Caylee Blosenski, Aryan Simhadri, Leo Abelo Perry, Mykal-Michelle Harris, Christian Cote, Sebastian Cote and Luke Prael. 

CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN arrives on Disney+ on March 18, 2022.

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Universal Pictures Canada x Mr. Will want to take Readers in Toronto + Vancouver to an Advance Screening of BREAKING IN! Screenings take place as follows:

TORONTO WEDNESDAY MAY 9TH CINEPLEX YONGE & EGLINTON 7:00 PM

VANCOUVER WEDNESDAY MAY 9TH CINEPLEX INTERNATIONAL VILLAGE 7:30 PM

Synopsis:
Next Mother’s Day, Gabrielle Union stars as a woman who will stop at nothing to rescue her two children being held hostage in a house designed with impenetrable security. No trap, no trick and especially no man inside can match a mother with a mission when she is determined on Breaking In.

See the Trailer:

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Universal Pictures Canada release BREAKING IN, in theatres Mother’s Day.

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Universal Pictures Canada + Mr. Will want to give Readers a chance to see ALMOST CHRISTMAS in Toronto on Monday, November 7, 2016.

Synopsis:
A new comedy from writer/director David E. Talbert (Baggage Claim) and producer Will Packer (Ride Along, Think Like a Man series, This Christmas), Almost Christmas tells the festive story of a beloved patriarch who asks his family for one gift this holiday season: to get along. If they can honor that wish and spend five days under the same roof without killing one another, it will be a Christmas miracle. The all-star cast of Almost Christmas is led by Kimberly Elise, Danny Glover, John Michael Higgins, Romany Malco, Mo’Nique, JB Smoove, Gabrielle Union, Omar Epps, Nicole Ari Parker, Jessie T. Usher and DC Young Fly.

Artwork:

Trailer:

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Universal Pictures Canada release ALMOST CHRISTMAS Friday, November 11, 2016.

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Everybody at TIFF ’14 was talking about TOP FIVE, seen by many as Chris Rock’s big comeback.  Paramount Pictures Canada and Mr. Will want to take Readers in Montreal and Toronto to see the Comedy directed, produced by and starring the Funnyman, before it hits theatres!  Screenings take place in Toronto on Monday, December 8, 2014 at 7:00 PM and Montreal on Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at 7:30 PM.

 Synopsis:

Pulsing with the rhythm of his greatest stand-up, Chris Rock’s TOP FIVE takes things to the next level, reveling in the high and the low, and blending a star-studded comedic romp with an irresistible romance. TOP FIVE digs under the surface of show business, politics, rap, and the exigencies of being black and famous today—holding it all up to the light in the way only Chris Rock can. Mingling echoes of Woody Allen and Dick Gregory with the energy of Kanye West and Jay Z, TOP FIVE is an original and radically new kind of American movie.

TOP FIVE stars Rosario Dawson, Gabrielle Union, J.B. Smoove, Sherri Shepherd,  Cedric the Entertainer, Kevin Hart, Jay Pharoah and several other surprise turns!

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Mr. Will + The Cast of TOP FIVE in Toronto:

Paramount Pictures Canada release TOP FIVE on Friday, December 12, 2014!

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