Category: Camera Call And Announcement
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Tom Cruise transforms into Digger Rockwell for Digger, drastically altering his iconic appearance with prosthetics and cowboy styling. Cruise’s character, a powerbroker on a mission, embodies a satirical black comedy about ego and catastrophe. Director Alejandro G. Iñárritu describes Rockwell as dangerous and charismatic, offering a broad caricature open to interpretation. This role marks Cruise’s…
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Here are the latest films coming to TIFF Lightbox!
Here are the latest films coming to TIFF Lightbox. The TIFF Press Office (proffice@tiff.net) can assist with distributor contacts and ticket requests. For screeners, please contact distributors.[CC] = Closed captioning[AD] = Audio description🍁 = Canadian film OPENS JUL 24Cielo, Juno Filmsdir. Alberto SciammaOn sale July 15 at tiff.netONE NIGHT ONLY! JUL 26The Golden Spurtle, Blue Ice Docsdir.…
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ATCHA ATCHA by Mamadou DiaFuori Concorso at the 2026 Locarno Film Festival
Mamadou Dia is a Senegalese director, screenwriter and producer.Following LE PERE DE NAFI (2019), which won two awards at the 2019 Locarno Film Festival, his second feature film, DEMBA (2024), was screened in the Encounters section at the 2024 Berlinale. ATCHA ATCHA is his third film, which follows daily life at the École des Sables, a…
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Shinji-The Grand Opening, A New Modern Japanese Steakhouse-Tuesday, July 7, 2026 @333 Bay Street
At Shinji, every table is a celebration. From melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu sourced directly from Himeji & Kobe to pristine seafood and beautifully crafted sushi, every dish is made to impress on your palate and on your camera roll. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and reimagined with a bold, modern energy, Shinji is where unforgettable dinners turn into…
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Montuno Cubano Releases “Baila Mi Guaracha,” a Global Invitation to Dance
Spotify I YouTube I Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Prince Edward Island based Latin outfit Montuno Cubano releases its new single “Baila Mi Guaracha” out now, ahead of a summer run of shows that includes headline appearances at Stratford Summer Music and Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre. Led by Santiago de Cuba born songwriter, singer and requinto player Jorge Luis Peña Acosta, the track draws…
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THE 30TH ANNUAL AMERICAN BLACK FILM FESTIVAL OPENS WITH THE PREMIERE OF MALCOLM D. LEE’S STRUNG, WITH STARS CHLOE BAILEY, LYNN WHITFIELD, COCO JONES, AND LUCIEN LAVISCOUNT IN ATTENDANCEJEFF FRIDAY, NICOLE FRIDAY, REGINA KING, KOUNTRY WAYNE, AND MORE ALSO IN ATTENDANCE
(L to R) Lucien Laviscount, Chloe Bailey, Malcolm D. Lee, Lynn Whitfield, Coco Jones (L to R) Nicole Friday, Chloe Bailey, Jeff Friday (L to R) Nicole Friday, Regina King, Jeff Friday The 30th American Black Film Festival opening night heats up Miami Beach with the premiere of Peacock and Blumhouse’s thriller Strung. In attendance were…
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Stanley Kwan’s Landmark Biopic, CENTER STAGE, Returns to Theaters for its 35th Anniversary Beginning 8/7 + NEW Trailer
INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTAR MAGGIE CHEUNG STARS AS SHANGHAI SILENT FILM ICON RUAN LINGYUIN DIRECTOR STANLEY KWAN’S LANDMARK BIOPIC IN THEATERS TO CELEBRATE ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY THE 4K DIGITAL RESTORATION WILL OPEN IN THEATERS BEGINNING AUGUST 7, 2026“Lush, definitive, and boldly conceived.” — Jordan Raup, The Film Stage“Kwan’s most thrilling, concentrated and dazzling achievement.” — Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune“Cheung is a true heartbreaker: radiant,…
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WE WALK THE RED CARPET AND SAW CLASSIC & EXOTIC CARS, INCLUDING PORSCHE, FERRARI, LAMBORGHINI, ASTON MARTIN, AMERICAN, SUPER CARS AND MORE&IT WAS FATHER’S DAY
We had a chance to celebrate the 16th edition of the Yorkville Exotic Car Show on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, 2026. As Toronto’s premier destination for high-end boutiques, gourmet dining, and world-class hotels, the Bloor-Yorkville district once again rolled out the red carpet for an unforgettable display of exotic cars, automotive celebrities and live music. This spectacular red-carpet event took place…
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54-40 Toast Their West Coast Roots With Ocean Pearl Lager, Debut Rare Track “Travel With Jack,” and Launch a Coast to Coast Summer of Touring
The Beloved Canadian Rock Institution Brews a Hometown Tribute With Four Winds and Barnside, Uncovers a Previously Unavailable Recording, and Hits the Road From Delta to Toronto Photo Credit: Trevor Cornish Website I Spotify I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Legendary Canadian rock band 54-40 are raising a glass to the place that made them. The Vancouver area mainstays have teamed with Four…
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AC/DC PWR/UP POP UPS TO OPEN IN EVERY CITY ON 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
AC/DC PWR/UP POP UPS TO OPEN IN EVERY CITY ON 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR Free and open to all fans, the AC/DC PWR/UP Pop Up will open in every city on the band’s 2026 North American stadium tour, giving fans one more way to be part of the PWR/UP Tour as it rolls through townAs…
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Cirque Du Soleil-LUZIA @The Big Top – 2150 Lake Shore Blvd West – June 18th to August 30th, 2026
We had the privilege of attending the opening night of Cirque Du Soleil-LUZIA, marking the company’s 38th original production since 1984. Running under the Big Top at 2150 Lake Shore Blvd West in Toronto from June 18th to August 30th, the show offers a breathtaking escape into an imaginary Mexico. Upon arrival, guests were greeted by a vibrant…
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Oshawa Singer-Songwriter Bedford Bells Releases “Hands at Midnight,” the Sultry Lead Single From His Debut Album ‘Fell in Love in My Hometown’
The alt-country storyteller turns a stripped-down, acoustic-driven sound into an intimate portrait of love, place, and the streets that raised him Soundcloud I Spotify I YouTube I Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Bedford Bells has released “Hands at Midnight,” the smouldering lead single from his debut full-length album ‘Fell in Love in My Hometown,’ out now. The solo moniker of Oshawa, Ontario-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jeff…
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The acclaimed young Canadian artist honours her first fiddle teacher as she prepares to represent Canada at Sweden’s Lilla By Festivalen
Spotify I YouTube I Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Irish Millie has released “Allison,” the opening track from her acclaimed EP ‘Between Then and Now,’ and a song that traces the quiet beginnings of one of Canada’s most exciting young voices in folk and roots music. Built around the intimate interplay of fiddle and guitar, “Allison” is a tribute to Sally Pirie, the…
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Canada Black Music Archives’ Little Jamaica Music History Walking Tour Returns to Toronto, Bigger Than Ever, as the City of Toronto Proclaims June 2026 Black Music Month
The acclaimed audiovisual tour of Eglinton West’s storied cultural district expands with more dates, new locations, and private bookings The Canada Black Music Archives’ Little Jamaica Music History Walking Tour is back and better than ever, returning to Toronto for a new season that celebrates one of the most culturally significant neighbourhoods in the country.…
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Pianist and Composer Rick Maltese Releases New Single “Just Like an Angel,” a Stirring Call for Kindness
The veteran singing pianist is joined by an acclaimed jazz trio on a melody-driven plea for compassion, drawn from his album ‘Rick Maltese & Friends Vol 2’ Website I Bandcamp I Apple Music I Spotify I YouTube Toronto pianist, composer, and songwriter Rick Maltese has released “Just Like an Angel,” a warm and melody-forward single that turns a simple idea into something quietly…
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Mariposa July 2026! Get Your Tickets ASAP!
Full Stage Schedules Available Now – Click HereExplore all the Workshop Combinations and special shows like the Mariposa Unplugged Interviews and celebrations of Neil Young and the Tragically Hip! Mariposa magical moments are imminent! Schedules are subject to change, so check back as you’re planning your weekend. Ticket Prices Increase June 15th Festival is Heading for a…
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CANREADS Book Awards 2026 Toronto- Thursday, May 28, 2026
By Sally Warburton The CANREADS Book Awards honour outstanding achievements in Canadian literature – stories which move us, voices which inspire and words which stay with us long after the final page. The CANREADS Awards evening was held at The Storeys venue on Duncan Street in downtown Toronto. The beautiful second floor of this iconic…
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Departure Festival Toronto 2026-May 5 – 8, 2026 Conferences – Radio Days May 5 & 6
The week of May 5 to 8 were action packed filled days of the Conference sessions at Fairmont Royal York Hotel. Bluma Appel theatre & Jane Mallett Theatre at St. Lawrence Centre. The Departure House venue on Berkeley Street. And Hart House at University of Toronto. Opening remarks took place at Fairmont Royal York by…
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Dragonette with Tiny Sun Concert -May 14 @Koerner Hall
By Sally Warburton & Photography by Lisa Sakulensky Koerner Hall had a full house Thursday night for the Dragonette with Tiny Sun concert. Dragonette is a Canadian electronic music band. Formed in 2005 in Toronto, Ontario, the group is led by Canadian singer-songwriter Martina Sorbara. They achieved international success and worked with various global…
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Lowest Of The Low @The Danforth Music Hall-Fri., May 8th,2026
By Wayne Baggs At Toronto’s legendary The Danforth Music Hall, Lowest of the Low turned May 8 into a full-scale celebration of memory, resistance, and community. Performing as part of the 35th anniversary run for Shakespeare My Butt, the band sounded remarkably vital — not like a nostalgia act replaying old glories, but a group…
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