Category: reception
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Day 8, TIFF 2025
Olmo – Mexican Director – USA film at Scotiabank Theatre Olmo takes place in New Mexico (the USA state). Actor Avian Uttapa (Night Swim) plays the lead role of Olmo, a disco-loving 14-year-old living in 1979. He has a BFF Miguel, an older sister Ana who loves roller skating, and who annoys him and a…
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Day 9 – TIFF 2025 – Fri., Sept. 12th
Day 9 – TIFF 2025 – Friday, September 12, 2025Driver’s Ed film – Red Carpet at Roy Thomson Hall There was great excitement with these young actors and the rest of the cast and filmmakers on the Red Carpet (film review Day 1 TIFF 2025). Comedy USA delivered a lively Red Carpet with the cast and…
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Day 5 – TIFF 2025 – Monday, September 8
In Conversation with Dwayne Johnson at the Royal Alexendra Theatre, front row for this spectacular event! Dwayne Johnson joined TIFF’s Cameron Bailey to discuss his life, his career and his starring role in ‘The Smashing Machine’ with its highly anticipated North American Premiere at TIFF 2025. Later actress Emily Blunt and Award winning Director Benny Safdie joined…
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Day 4 – TIFF 2025 – Sunday, September 7
A really early wake up call for the ROOFMAN screening at Scotiabank. This riveting film with brilliant acting by Channing Tatum and Oscar nominee Kirsten Dunst, by Oscar-nominated director Derek Cianfrance, keeps the audience glued to find out what will happen next. Based on true events, The McDonalds thief hides nightly for months at a Toys R…
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Day 1 – TIFF 2025 – Thursday, September 4, 2025
Day 1 of TIFF! And it was pouring rain! Despite the heavy rain, all the umbrellas.. nothing stopped TIFF film enthusiasts attending Day 1 ! Driver’s Ed screening was at Scotiabank Cinema. A film about the journey of four high school students who go on an adventure in their driver’s education car in search of one…
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FAN EXPO @ M.T.C.C.- Thurs.,Aug.21st-Sun.,Aug.,24th, 2025
Wow, what a Fan Expo 2025 as the four day event ran from August 21 to 24, 2025, at the Metro Toronto Convention which was transformed into the ultimate fan destination. There were fans of cosplay, fantasy, sci-fi, comics horror, gaming, or anime, this year’s event had something for everyone. Some of the fun…
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Casa Loma Symphony In The Gardens – Movie Night-Mon.,Aug.18th,2025
By Jesse Read We had the opportunity to watch Casa Loma’s “Symphony In The Gardens – Movie Night” and it was a packed house (or should I say castle) filled with awe-inspired movie buffs and film score lovers. Led by Maestro Paolo Busato, a world renowned conductor,the Casa Loma Orchestra performed hits from films…
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The Rock Symphony at Casa Loma Toronto – July 29, 2025
By Sally Warburton Under the direction of Maestro Paolo Busato the Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra at Casa Loma is a beautiful experience. Having dinner or drinks in the open air amid the beautiful gardens of Casa Loma while listening to music makes a fantastic date night, family occasion or time with friends. Several people were…
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Bentley Toronto x Friday Harbour x Grand Touring x Peter Triantos-Wed.,July 23rd,2025
PHOTOS BY NSBKIM PHOTOS Guest and patrons were still glowing from Wednesday’s fabulous exhibition with Bentley Toronto x Friday Harbour x Grand Touring x Peter Triantos, and thank you for making it so special. It was a pleasure seeing you and we hope you enjoyed an evening of our exciting collaboration event surrounded by Peter Triantos’ inspiring spectacular fine…
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Twisted Metal-Reception & Q+A With Stephanie Beatriz & Host Sangita Patel @The Globe And Mail Building
We had the pleasure of attending the Paramount+ TWISTED METAL Exclusive Reception. This exclusive reception & Q+A with Stephanie Beatriz and host Sangita Patel, celebrating the second season of TWISTED METAL on Paramount+ TWISTED METAL Season 2 gave us the special opportunity to view early access to the first two episodes – ahead of the…
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Celebrated The 15th Anniversary of the Yorkville Exotic Car Show On Father’s Day Sunday, June 15, 2025
We Celebrated the 15th Anniversary of the Yorkville Exotic Car Show on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, 2025 after returning from Montreal for Formula One as we just arrived back in Toronto and rushed to the downtown corridor which was packed with enthusiastic fans of unique sports and exotic automobiles. We had the pleasure of walking the red carpet and…
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Scrubs In The City-Paris @Evergreen Brick Works-Thurs.,June 5th,2025
Photography By Edwin Luk-SVPhotography The theme was Scrubs In The City-Paris and it was a great success with the large presence,generosity of the attendees who made it a great gala to remember and fun for all with acrobats, an amazing DJ and live music. The production was amazing and the backdrop images captivating the audience. What’s…
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2025 LULAWORLD FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 12 DAYS OF WORLD MUSIC MAGIC
TICKETS & INFO: LULAWORLD.CA In a time when music festivals across Canada are shrinking, folding, or reimagining themselves, one festival is standing tall, louder and prouder than ever. The 19th annual Lulaworld Festival is set to ignite Toronto from May 28 to June 8, 2025, offering a vibrant, soul-stirring celebration of Latin, Brazilian, and global roots music.…
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Departure, The Reimagined Canadian Music Week-May 2025 @Hotel X,
By Sally Warburton, Wayne Baggs &BKONTHESCENE The first inaugural Departure music conference took place the week of May 6 – 11, 2025. Departure, the reimagined Canadian Music Week, embodied and honoured the spirit that defines the Canadian and global creative community. It was a true celebration of artistry. Departure is where the world’s talent in music, art,…
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Spring for Peace 2025, Hosted by Peacebuilders Canada and presented by Mattamy Homes @The Globe And Mail Centre -Thursday, May 1, 2025
Photography By Jesse Read & Shannen Johnston On Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the stunning Globe and Mail Centre, the annual event-Spring for Peace 2025, Hosted by Peacebuilders Canada celebrated 22 years of championing restorative justice for youth and fostering change in our communities. This year’s gala was an unforgettable evening featuring: Keynote Speakers and personalities: CFL legend Michael “Pinball” Clemons…
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Wineries of British Columbia Wine Tasting Event @Bovine Wine Club – 65 Front St W.- Tuesday, April 22, 2025
We were in attendance for the BC Wine tasting event at The Bovine Wine Club This event has reached full capacity due to an overwhelming response. We heard the waitlist was in full force and there was no room left for the late arrivals. If you are not familiar with this event venue, please look…
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Crunchyroll Takes Toronto Event @ Shangri-La Toronto (188 University Ave) on the 3rd Floor-Tues.,April 1st,2025
By Shannen Johnston &Jesse Read Crunchyroll Takes Toronto Event @ Shangri-La Toronto (188 University Ave) on the 3rd Floor-Tues.,April 1st,2025 It was an Anime Lovers delight with excited fans,journalist &photographers were in attendance for the Crunchyroll Takes Toronto event on April 1! Totally not an April Fool’s joke, as invited guest celebrated anime’s meteoric rise at an exclusive Toronto event for anime lovers…
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The 32nd annual Hot Docs Festival-April 24 to May 4, 2025
By Sally Warburton The reveal of films for the Hot Docs film Festival was held at the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema on Tuesday, March 25. The reveal included preview clips of some of the documentary films from all over the world, the themes depicted in the films and that there is a strong…
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Canadian Film Fest In Toronto – The19th Season! Mon.,March 24th-Sun., March 29th,2025
By Sally Warburton For almost two decades, Canadian Film Fest has brought together the indie filmmaking community of The North. With a solid dedication to Canadian voices, it showcases films from Canada’s filmmakers – telling stories taking place in Canada and from all over the world. During the CFF is a series of industry events. These…
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Hockey Hall of Fame Media Event – 4 Nations Face-Off display and newly engraved 4 Nations Cup revealed – Tuesday, March 4, 2025
What an epic NHL break and a change to the All-Star format as Team Canada thrilled hockey fans last month with their triumphant win over the USA to win the inaugural trophy for the 4 Nations. Hockey Hall of Fame opened an exhibit showcasing artifacts from the incredible 4 Nations Face-Off Tournament, including items from…
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