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Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain Trailer: Celebrating an Icon’s Legacy

by Victor Stiff | June 3, 2021

Morgan Neville's latest doc, Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain, looks at the life and career of the iconic chef.

White Elephant Trailer: Coming-of-Age in Scarborough in the ”˜90s

by Victor Stiff | June 1, 2021

Set in Scarborough during the ”˜90s, writer-director Andrew Chung's award-winning film White Elephant sees a South Asian teen search for love and navigate racial tensions while learning to love herself.

Jungle Cruise Trailer: Finally, The Rock Has Come Back to Summer Movies

by Victor Stiff | May 27, 2021

Jungle Cruise sees Emily Blunt and Dwayne ”The Rock” Johnson team up for a swashbuckling adventure based on Disney's popular theme park ride.

The Ice Road Trailer: A Cold Day in Hell

by Victor Stiff | May 19, 2021

The Ice Road trailer sees Liam Neeson and Laurence Fishburne bring the heat.

Marvel Studios Drops Loki and Black Widow Sneak Peeks at MTV Awards

by Victor Stiff | May 17, 2021

Marvel Studios dropped some exciting Loki and Black Widow sneak peeks at the MTV Movie & TV Awards last night.

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Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings Trailer Reveal

by Victor Stiff | April 19, 2021

Marvel Studios' Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings trailer teases the MCU's most bad-ass action hero.

Fantasia 2021 Announces Opening Film and Unveils 25th Anniversary Poster

by Victor Stiff | April 8, 2021

The 25th annual Fantasia International Film Festival announces Julien Knafo's ”zomcom” Brain Freeze as opening film.

CUFF 2021 Announces Entire Film Slate

by Victor Stiff | April 7, 2021

This morning CUFF 2021 announced the full slates of films playing this year's festival.

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Trailer: The 70-Minute Premiere Arrives May 4th

by Victor Stiff | March 30, 2021

Star Wars: The Bad Batch will fill that Mandalorian-sized hole in your TV schedule.

CUFF 2021 First Wave Lineup Announcement

by Victor Stiff | March 29, 2021

The 18th annual Calgary Underground Film Festival announced its first wave of features, music documentaries, and live events.

SFFILM 2021 Announces Full Lineup and New Format

by Victor Stiff | March 26, 2021

This year's San Francisco International Film Festival runs April 9-18 and features 103 films available online and at drive-in screenings.

Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of WandaVision Spills Behind-The-Scenes Secrets

by Victor Stiff | March 12, 2021

Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of WandaVision offers a behind-the-scenes look at Marvel's latest hit series.

Spawn & Geezer: A Darkly Comedic Family Satire

by Victor Stiff | March 4, 2021

Seeka.TV's web series Spawn & Geezer delivers a comedic examination of gender, mental health, and sexual identity.

Bad Trip Trailer: Eric Andre’s Raunchy Prank Comedy Will Shock You

by Victor Stiff | March 2, 2021

Eric Andre's new hidden-camera prank movie Bad Trip is the frontrunner for 2021's raunchiest comedy.

Army of the Dead Trailer: The Year’s Finest Zombie Heist Flick

by Victor Stiff | February 25, 2021

Netflix just released the trailer for Zack Snyder's next action epic, Army of the Dead.

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Six seasons into Slow Horses, Gary Oldman continues to find new layers in Jackson Lamb, the sharp-tongued, dishevelled spy at the centre of the series. In conversation with That Shelf at TIFF, Oldman reflects on playing Lamb over multiple seasons, the character’s history and hidden vulnerabilities, and the parallels between Lamb and another of his iconic spies, George Smiley. He also shares how adapting Mick Herron’s novels allows him to keep discovering new details about a character who carries years of history and baggage. 📝 Full interview by Pat Mullen now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother follows Latif, a devout Muslim and hitman whose life takes a turn after his wife’s death leaves him caring for their three children. With his infant refusing formula and their supply of breast milk running out, Latif must navigate a dangerous world of crime and violence while trying to provide for his family. Mahershala Ali delivers an extraordinary performance in this striking blend of crime thriller, dark comedy, and religious parable. Bassam Tariq explores faith, fatherhood, hypocrisy, and forgiveness without losing sight of the tenderness at the film’s heart. Despite some uneven pacing near the end, it’s a bold, moving, and unforgettable film that stands apart from anything else this year. 📝 Full review by Lyle Kruger now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Eva Marie Saint, one of the last silver-screen icons, has passed away at 102. She burst onto the scene with a magnificent supporting role opposite Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront — a role that earned her a Best Supporting Actress Oscar. She went on to memorable parts in North by Northwest, Raintree Country, The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit, Summer and Smoke, Exodus, and The Rainmaker. Her more recent roles included parts in Winter's Tale, Because of Winn-Dixie, and Superman Returns. Originally from Newark, she auditioned for Elia Kazan and was accepted into the Actors Studio, becoming one of a new generation of strong, method actors. One of the last of her Hollywood generation, she leaves us with an impressive career and legacy of over 6 decades! RIP.
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ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN TICKETS TO SEE #THESOCIALRECKONING! Inspired by true events and the whistleblower who started the social media reckoning we’re seeing play out today, this Aaron Sorkin original screenplay is a companion piece to the hit film The Social Network and a true David and Goliath story. Frances Haugen (Madison), a young Facebook engineer, enlists the help of Jeff Horwitz (White), a Wall Street Journal reporter, to go on a dangerous journey that ends up blowing the whistle on the social network’s most guarded secrets. Follow the instructions below, and you'll be entered to win tickets to see the film when it hits theatres on October 9th, courtesy of @sonypictures, @thetarogroup and That Shelf! 📱 Follow That Shelf, 📱 Like this post, 📱 Tell us your favourite based-on-a-true-story movie, and, 📱 Tag the friend you'll bring with you to the movie! @TheSocialReckoning debuts exclusively in movie theatres on October 9, 2026. Giveaway closes on October 7 at 11:59 ET. Open to Canadian residents only. One entry per person. #giveaway #canadacontest #movietickets
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CONTEST: ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN TICKETS TO BRAZIL FILM FEST That Shelf, and @brazilfilmfest want to send you and a friend to see the best of Brazilian cinema in Toronto! 🗓️ Film 1 - Malês (Oct 9, 11 am) 🗓️ Film 2 - Zico, the Samurai of Quintino (Oct 9, 2 pm) 🗓️ Film 3 - The Noise of the Night (Oct 9, 4:45 pM) 🗓️ Film 4 - If I Were You 3 (Oct 10, 11:15 am) 🗓️ Film 5 - The Crime Genius (Oct 11, 11 am) Here's how to enter: 🇧🇷 Follow us and @brazilfilmfest 🇧🇷 Like this post 🇧🇷 Tell us which film you'd like to attend, and 🇧🇷 Tag a friend October 9–11, 2026 📍 TIFF Lightbox | Toronto 🎟️ Tickets & festival details: brazilfilmfest.ca Giveaway closes on October 7. Open to Canadian residents only. Winners will be contacted via DM. 🗓️ Film 1 - Malês (Oct 9, 11 am) Malês is a powerful story of resilience and courage set against the vibrant backdrop of Salvador in 1835. Torn from their homeland in Africa during their wedding ceremony, two young Muslims are enslaved in Brazil. Separated by a cruel fate, they struggle to survive and find one another again as they become caught up in the largest enslaved uprising in Brazilian history: the Malê Revolt. 🗓️ Film 2 - Zico, the Samurai of Quintino (Oct 9, 2 pm) An original portrait of the life and career of Arthur Antunes Coimbra—better known as Zico. The Samurai of Quintino explores the many dimensions of one of football's greatest legends, revealing the unique personality behind the icon. Drawing on Zico's personal archive—made public for the first time—the documentary weaves together stories from his remarkable journey with Flamengo, the Brazilian National Team, and Japan. Featuring Ronaldo Nazário, Maestro Júnior, friends, and family, the film offers an intimate look at the man behind the legend, leading to a surprising encounter with the "Spirit of Zico": an identity as fascinating as it is paradoxical, forged in the suburbs of Rio de Janeiro, yet shaped by values and discipline that found their perfect match in Japan. 🗓️ Film 3 - The Noise of the Night (Oct 9, 4:45 PM) Sônia is a woman who has spent her life burying the wounds of her childhood, feeling unseen and forgotten by her husband
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Verity follows struggling writer Lowen, who is hired to finish the latest book in bestselling author Verity Crawford’s series after an accident leaves her unable to communicate. But while staying at Verity’s home, Lowen discovers a disturbing manuscript that forces her to question everything she knows about the author, her family, and the truth behind what happened. With Anne Hathaway clearly having fun in the title role, Verity embraces the pulpy spirit of ’90s psychological thrillers while balancing darker themes with a playful sense of humour. Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett add strong performances, but it’s Hathaway’s larger-than-life presence and the film’s twists that make this a fun, unpredictable ride. 📝 Full review by Rachel West now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Primetime takes a dark look at the rise of To Catch a Predator, following disgraced journalist Chris Hansen and the sensationalist television empire built around his “gotcha” investigations. Through the eyes of the people working behind the scenes, the film explores the blurred lines between journalism, entertainment, morality, and the pursuit of ratings. Robert Pattinson delivers a complex performance as Hansen, capturing both his commanding television persona and the contradictions beneath it. With its gritty late-2000s aesthetic and echoes of Network, Primetime becomes a sharp moral fable about the damage caused when sensationalism, ambition, and the desire for authority take priority over empathy and justice. 📝 Full review by Pat Mullen now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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Forgotten Island follows best friends Jo and Raissa as their final night together before graduation takes an unexpected turn, transporting them to the mythical island of Nakali. There, they face memory-stealing creatures, magical obstacles, and the possibility that returning home could mean losing the memories of their friendship. Fast, chaotic, and packed with Filipino mythology and pop culture influences, the film embraces its sensory overload rather than slowing down. Its kinetic animation, vibrant visual style, and spirited voice cast make for an exhilarating adventure, while at its heart is a moving story about friendship, growing up, and holding on to the memories that shape us. 📝 Full review by Pat Mullen now up on That Shelf (and at the link in our bio).
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TRAILER PREMIERE! Catch the trailer for Toronto filmmaker @ajuniorgabriel s debut doc, #TheSickling. Badejo chronicles his personal and emotional journey with sickle cell disease–one of the world’s most misunderstood genetic diseases. Through intimate family moments, conversations with medical experts and fellow sickle cell warriors, and raw footage of Gabriel himself, the film reveals the massive invisible weight of chronic illness, the prevalence of systemic medical racism, and the personal cost of survival itself. The film opens in Toronto on October 3 @hotdocs_ and in Montreal on October 5 at @cinemadumusee, then airs on CBC later that month. Check out this exclusive look at the trailer now.
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