Toronto Film Festival Opening Night Screening Interrupted by Protesters

Protests have hit the Toronto International Film Festival for a second year running, although this year’s disruption has been markedly different. The prestigious film festival officially opened on Thursday night, kicking things off with the premiere of Ben Stiller’s big-screen return, Nutcrackers. The new movie marks Stiller’s first acting role in seven years, as he has spent the last few years focusing on directing.

Stephen King’s Upcoming Adaptation Labeled an ‘Instant Classic’ by Director

In an interview, we chatted with filmmaker JT Mollner when his innovative horror-thriller “Strange Darling” was making its debut. Hailing from Miramax, this project sees household name Giovanni Ribisi stepping into the roles of director of photography and producer. Rest assured, though, as the on-screen talent is top-notch, with Willa Fitzgerald (“Reacher”) and Kyle Gallner (“Smile”) taking the lead. Their performances portray a chilling, gory first date that spirals out of control in a way that keeps you guessing until the very end.

First Look at the FootJoy Packard LX

As autumn nears, most significant golf tournaments on the calendar have passed, providing opportunities for brands such as FootJoy to construct stories around key products like the Field LX. Introduced in 2024, the Field LX is a modernized version of the Premiere Series Field, featuring a complete length mudguard. The design of the Metalwood and luxury fashion designer Jon Buscemi were both incorporated into the Field LX, offering a more customizable platform for FootJoy’s derby silhouette. Now in September, another model from the Premiere Series, the Packard, is receiving the LX makeover.

Music’s Platinum Players: From Beyoncé to Chappell Roan, Meet the 25 Stars Who Are Setting the Culture Afire

2024 saw a significant shift in the music industry, with fresh talents taking center stage. Chappell Roan has become the reigning queen of pop, while Teddy Swims, Benson Boone, and Tommy Richman made groundbreaking strides, dominating streaming platforms and trending on TikTok. Meanwhile, Shaboozey has been making waves in country music. Interestingly, this genre has seen an unprecedented surge on the pop charts, with acts like Beyoncé and Post Malone experimenting with it in their latest albums.