Category: Movie Reviews

  • Day #5 of TIFF – Red Carpet, Events & Film Reviews – Mon., Sept. 9th, 2024

    By The BKONTHESCENE crew We started the Monday at the Princess of Wales Theatre. The red carpet at TIFF 2024 for RIFF RAFF was a star-studded affair, showcasing an all-star ensemble that included the likes of Ed Harris, Gabrielle Union, Jennifer Coolidge, and Bill Murray. Fans and photographers clamored for a glimpse of the talented…

  • Day #6 of TIFF – Movie Reviews, Red Carpet And Events – Tues., Sept. 10th, 2024

    By The BKONTHESCENE crew Paul Anka Red Carpet and world premiere  of documentary film PAUL ANKA: HIS WAY – Royal Alex Theatre Director John Maggio tells the life story of one of the world’s most successful singer-songwriters as he takes a candid look at Anka’s life and career.  Paul Anka was 15! Yes, 15 years old when he went…

  • Day #7 Of TIFF – Movie Reviews,Red Carpet And Events-Wed., Sept.11th, 2024

    By The BKONTHESCENE crew Piece by Piece –  Pharrell Williams  @Lightbox Cinema Singer and producer Pharrell Williams’ life is told through LEGO pieces in this animated feature debut from director Morgan Neville. Wonderful bonus to the fantastic music is that it features voices of Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar and Jay-Z. Retelling Pharrell Williams’ successful career with…

  • After 11 days of Cinematic Magic, Moments, and Memories, TIFF 2024 Officially Concludes The 49th Edition Of The Toronto International Film Festival

    After 11 days of cinematic magic, moments, and memories, TIFF officially concludes the 49th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, by celebrating the best of the fest with its annual awards slate. A total of 10 awards were handed out at the awards ceremony today, including jury-awarded prizes and the renowned…

  • CRESCENT CITY In Theaters & Digital/OnDemand) On August 16th, 2024. 

    CRESCENT CITY IN THEATERS: 8/16/2024 ON DIGITAL AND ON DEMAND: 8/16/2024 Director: RJ Collins Writer: Rich Ronat Executive Producers: Angie Sanfilippo, Cole Garson, Paul Swigart, Richie Hill, Barry Brooker, Stan Wertlieb, Josh Spector, Matthew Hechinger, Nat Mccormick, Brian O’Shea, Rick Dugdale, Sean Lydiard, Eric Brenner, Anjul Nigam, Jeff Rice, Michael Sirow, Mira Park Howard, Andrea Collins, Inna Tuler, Vladislav Lapidus Producers: Denise Loren, Eduard Osipov, Vince Jolivette, David Lipper, Robert A. Daly Jr. Cast: Terrence Howard, Esai Morales, Nicky Whelan, Alec Baldwin Short Synopsis:  When a small southern town is terrorized by a serial killer everyone becomes a suspect… including the police. Experience a hypnotic thriller about what it takes to catch a…

  • L.A. Horror Fans! Twisty Supernatural Thriller THE SOUL TRADER Previews to Cast Crew &Celebrities Thursday July 11–

    THE SOUL TRADER, a new supernatural thriller from director/producer Susan Dynner and her production company Aberration Films, will have a sneak peek screening followed by a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception with the cast and crew at Landmark Theatres Sunset in West Hollywood on Thursday, July 11. The film is fresh off preview screenings at the American Pavilion at Cannes and the…

  • Free LSD, from punk rock supergroup OFF!. coming soon to a theater near you! The film premiered at closing night of the 2023 Slamdance Film Festival and features an album of the same name!

    Free LSD, from punk rock supergroup OFF!. coming soon to a theater near you! The film premiered at closing night of the 2023 Slamdance Film Festival and features an album of the same name, which debuted at #20 on the Billboard Album Sales Chart. The film Free LSD follows the story of Keith (played by Keith Morris), an elderly…

  • Yintah, Escape, Music, & More @TIFF Lightbox! Get Ready For The The TIFF Festivities Thurs.,Sept.5th-Sun.,Sept.15th,2024

    Escape A tense, pulse-pounding Korean thriller A North Korean military hero (Lee Je-hoon, Taxi Driver) puts his life on the line when he suddenly defects to the South in this action-thriller that also stars Koo Kyo-hwan (D.P.) and Song Kang (Love Alarm). Get tickets   ON SALE NOW See great films first Members get up to 50%…

  • I Am: Celine Dion @TIFF Lightbox-Mon.,June 17, 2024

     I Am: Celine Dion in Toronto on June 17, 2024 A premiere screening of the documentary was held at TIFF Lightbox in Toronto as part of the North American premieres show simultaneously in New York and Montreal. The film serves as a love letter to Celine Dion’s fans and offers an honest and raw behind the…

  • It’s Coming! SEVEN ORANGE CARPETS for Dances With Films 27 at the TCL Chinese Theatre, Starting June 20

    Dances with Films 27 Opens Thursday, June 20th with the first of SEVEN multiple-film ORANGE carpets at TCL Chinese TheatreHey, kids, guess what time it is? IT’S DANCES WITH FILMS: Los Angeles TIME!!!Opening night is THIS Thursday. John Wildman and I have teamed up on the PR for this fest for the first time.WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?First off, it…

  • Hot Docs International Documentary Film Festival,Toronto-Thu, Apr 25th- Sun, May 5, 2024

    By Sally Warburton The 11 day Canadian documentary film festival is an annual celebration for documentary film fans and those who love to learn and be entertained. The HD festival included Opening Night Screening of documentary LUTHER: Never Too Much This year’s festival was held at 3 cinemas – The Ted Rogers Hot Docs Cinema…

  • YINTAH wins 2024 Hot Docs Audience Award! DOXA festival screenings Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday this week + Sheffield DocFest in June

    YINTAHA Documentary Film on the Wet’suwet’en Nation’s Fight for Sovereignty by Jennifer Wickham, Brenda Michell & Michael Toledano Winner of the Rogers Audience Award for Best Canadian Documentary at Hot Docs Festival 2024 DOXA Film FestivalTuesday, May 7 – 8PM (PDT) @ VIFF Centre – Vancity TheatreThursday, May 9 – 3PM (PDT) @ SFU – Djavad Mowafaghian CinemaSaturday, May 11 – 3PM…

  • Hot Docs-“It’s A Wrap For 2024!”

    Hot Docs wrapped up its exhilarating 11-day Festival last night, capturing audiences with a diverse lineup of 168 films hailing from 64 countries. The Festival featured 274 live screenings on seven screens at three venues across Toronto, with 248 live filmmaker Q&As, and five extended discussions with filmmakers and special guests as part of the Big Ideas Series,…

  • Hot Docs Awards $75,000 to Canadian and International Filmmakers

    Hot Docs is proud to announce the winning documentaries from this year’s official competition, along with recognizing outstanding Canadian and international filmmakers through additional awards. These awards were revealed at the Hot Docs 2024 Awards Presentation, held at the Centre for Social Innovation – Annex and hosted by arts journalist and co-founder of Media Girlfriends,…

  • Canadian Film Fest 2024 @Scotiabank Theatre-Monday, March 18th-Sat.,March 23rd,2024

    The Canadian Film Fest 2024 was held at the Scotiabank Theatre in downtown Toronto. Opening night was Monday, March 18th and ran until March 23rd.  The CFF was a busy, exciting week with Canadian films, documentaries and short films. Filmmakers were present at the screenings and Q & A took place after. A wonderful opportunity…

  • GUCCI AND MUBI TO PREMIERE NEW DOCUMENTARYWHO IS SABATO DE SARNO? – A GUCCI STORY

    Credit: Gucci/MUBI  MUBI and Gucci are pleased to unveil Who is Sabato de Sarno? – A Gucci Story, a documentary directed by Ariel Schulman and Henry Joost, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the creation of the Gucci Ancora fashion show, the debut show of the House’s new Creative Director Sabato De Sarno. Set to premiere exclusively on MUBI globally today, March 15,…

  • SNAFU,Lamb Of God & Pantera-Mon.,Feb.26th,2024 @Scotia Bank Arena

    Man, the Pantara and Lamb of God show at Scotia Bank Arena in Toronto was an absolute face-melting experience! The energy in the crowd was off the charts, and from the moment the first riff hit, it was pure mayhem. After opening band SNAFU, Lamb of God took the stage with a relentless intensity that…

  • Unison Holiday Schmoozefest 2023 @The Liberty Grand-Wed.,Dec.13th,2023

    By Sally Warburton The Liberty Grand at Exhibition Place Toronto was a happening place on Wednesday, December 13th. It was the Unison Holiday Schmoozefest 2023!  Considered the music industry’s best seasonal schmooze, the Schmoozefest party did not disappoint!  Held in the elegant Governor’s Room at the Liberty Grand, it was the perfect venue to hold…

  • Elevation Pictures, ICFF, Lavazza &Partnering With Liberty Entertainment Group-FERRARI Canadian Film Premiere &AFTERPARTY @CasaLoma-Sat.,Dec 9,2023

    By Wayne Baggs & Photography By YYZ Events Elevation Pictures and ICFF, presented by Lavazza, partnered with Liberty Entertainment Group (http://www.libertygroup.com/) — creator of landmark restaurant and entertainment venues celebrated the Canadian premiere of the long-awaited Ferrari biopic on Saturday night at the legendary Casa Loma. After the premiere screening of Michael Mann’s film, Ferrari, at TIFF…

  • 12th Annual Key West Film Festival Announces Official Lineup

    12th Annual Key West Film Festival Announces Official Lineup   “PRISCILLA” directed by Sofia Coppola to screen as Opening Night film as curated by Stephanie Zacharek of Time Magazine  “EILEEN” starring Anne Hathaway screens as Closing Night film, presented by David Rooney of The Hollywood Reporter Spotlight Films include “DREAM SCENARIO” starring Nicolas Cage, “ALL OF…