Silence on Set

We spoke with Max Minghella (“Nick”),  Madeline Brewer (“Janine”), and executive producer Warren Littlefield about the changes that fans will see for season five of The Handmaid's Tale. Minghella talks about where Nick started to where he is now, Nick's feelings for June, and answers whether or not he feels they will end up together. Meanwhile, Brewer talks about the future for Janine after what happened to her last season and what she is doing to survive, especially the influence she has on Aunt Lydia. Finally, Littlefield gives us insight into how the show stays on point with topics in the news, the overall changes from the show's beginning, and what we can expect as the show wraps up. 

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Polina Jdanova

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Synopsis:

In Season 5, Elisabeth Moss’ June faces the consequences for killing Commander Waterford as she simultaneously attempts to redefine her identity and purpose. Serena, now widowed, is trying to raise her profile in Canada while Gilead’s influence makes its way to Canada. Commander Lawrence teams up with Nick and Aunt Lydia while he attempts to reform Gilead and gain power. June, Luke, and Moira fight Gilead from a distance as they continue trying to save Hannah.

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The cast of Clerks III came together at their LA Premiere to talk about what it was like reuniting again for this film. We spoke to Kevin Smith, Jeff Anderson, Brian O'Halloran, Austin Zajur, Kate Micucci, Harley Quinn Smith, and Danny Trejo. All were on hand to discuss their love of the film, why this one is so special, and what it was like working with Kevin Smith again. The cast also gave us some fun behind-the-scenes details, including what has changed with the Quick Stop over the years, if there will be another movie, and what it feels like stepping back into their infamous characters. 

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Polina Jdanova

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Synopsis:

Following a massive heart attack, Randal enlists his friends and fellow clerks Dante, Elias, Jay, and Silent Bob to make a movie immortalizing his life at the convenience store that started it all.

*Clerks III exclusively in theaters from September 13th - 18th

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We were at the LA premiere for Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. -- we spoke to the cast about how this story is full of prominent personalities with a ton of scandal. Sterling K. Brown said his character gets himself in trouble and hires a documentary crew thinking it will save him...but does it? We will have to watch to find out. Meanwhile, Regina Hall said that she is excited for people to see the fantastic work done between all of the cast and crew, adding that she hopes to see some evolution showing some more compassion and love. Others said they are excited for fans to watch it and come to their conclusions about the story and ending. We spoke with Sterling K Brown, Regina Hall, Nicole Beharie, Daniel Kaluuya, Conphidance, Austin Crute, Adamma Ebo, and Adanne Ebo.

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Ashley Pelletier

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Synopsis:

The proud first lady of a Southern Baptist megachurch, Trinitie Childs, carries immense responsibility on her shoulders. After a scandal involving her husband, the church is forced to close temporarily, leaving Trinitie struggling to manage the aftermath. Now, she and her spouse must rebuild their congregation and reconcile their faith by all means necessary to make the biggest comeback that commodified religion has ever seen.

*Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. is currently streaming on Peacock+

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Michael Lombardi sat down to discuss his growth as an actor from when he started on shows like Rescue Me to his latest horror film, The Retaliators. Lombardi plays a bishop who seems to get in trouble after a tragedy strikes his family. This is a massive departure from Lombardi's regular "nice" guy roles. Still, Lombardi does a beautiful job at taking this man of faith and showing him at one of the lowest points in his life. Lombardi is a master in this film, and if anything is the reason to watch it. Lombardi also spent time speaking to us about some of the nuances of the film, including some at not exclusive behind-the-scenes details that you will only get here. 

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Ashley Pelletier

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Synopsis:

A pastor uncovers a dark and twisted underworld as he searches for answers surrounding his daughter's brutal murder.

*The Retaliators is currently playing in a theater near you.

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We were at the premiere of Raymond & Ray at the Toronto International Film Festival to speak to the cast about this tragic but humorous film. The actors were excited to share this film on the big screen. We spoke with Ethan Hawke, Ewan McGregor, Maxim Swinton, composer Jeff Beals, producers Julie Lynn and Bonnie Curtis, and the writer/director of the film Rodrigo García. Hawke gets a little sentimental talking about what it was like working with actors he has known for over two decades and how excited he is for him and McGregor, who he says both have "great roles." Hawke talked about how relatable this film is because most of us have had to deal with real-life trauma or death, and he hopes people walk away from this film feeling a little less alone. McGregor also spoke about a "kindred spirit" between him and Hawke and what it was like shooting this intense but funny film. McGregor is excited for the world to see it and remember how precious life is.

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Miranda Currier

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Synopsis:

“Raymond & Ray” follows half-brothers Raymond and Ray who have lived in the shadow of a terrible father. Somehow, they still each have a sense of humor, and his funeral is a chance for them to reinvent themselves. There’s anger, there’s pain, there’s folly, there might be love, and there’s definitely gravedigging.

*Raymond & Ray will be screening all week at TIFF check out the schedule below, so make sure you head over to the website and purchase tickets:

Monday, September 12th at 6:00 PM at Roy Thomson Hall, Tuesday, September 13th at 9:05 AM at Scotiabank 2, Saturday, September 17th at 9:00 AM at TIFF Bell Lightbox Cinema 1

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We were at the Luck premiere in LA to talk to the cast about the meaning behind good and bad luck. As Jane Fonda mentions, she hopes fans are less afraid of bad luck and understand that bad luck is part of good luck, and it's the opposite of the same coin, and there is a lot to be learned. Other cast members spoke about the magic and fun the movie brings for kids and adults -- and the importance of hope. Not to mention how the experience of making the film, for some, was a dream come true. We spoke with Eva Noblezada, Flula Borg, Whoopi Goldberg, Jane Fonda, Simon Pegg, Peggy Holmes, and Yuriko Senoo. 

Host: Monica Gleberman (@Monica1236)

Editor: Miranda Currier

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Synopsis:

The story of Sam Greenfield, the unluckiest person in the world. Suddenly finding herself in the never-before-seen Land of Luck, she must unite with the magical creatures there to turn her luck around.

*Luck is currently streaming on AppleTV+

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Sidney had its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, where cast and talent came out to show their support for the Poitier family. Red carpet appearances included: Oprah Winfrey, Sherri Poitier, Pamela Poitier, Anika Poitier, Sydney Poitier, Sherri Poitier, Beverly Poitier- Henderson, and Reginald Hudlin. All came together with one thing on their minds, love. Oprah said when discussing content for the film, everyone came together. Oprah said they never spoke about being "trailblazers" but about the cosmos, life, struggle,s and more. Meanwhile, Sherri Poitier said she surprised her family and came together in the spirit of love that her dad would have wanted. She said he was about love, giving it to the world, and the world giving it back to him. Listen to hear the rest of the family and attendees talk about the importance of this film while honoring Sidney Poitier. 

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Marianna Randazzo

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 Synopsis:

Sidney Poitier was one of the most gifted and charismatic actors the cinema has known. This sweeping documentary crafts a richly detailed portrait, surveying Poitier’s films, life story, and litany of accomplishments as an artist and activist who forever changed what it means to be Black in America.

Poitier’s own words provide the narration, telling the story of a boy born to tomato farmers in the Bahamas. Moving to the US at age 15, he quickly learned the brutal realities of the Jim Crow era but also found his passion for acting. Director Reginald Hudlin (House Party, Boomerang, Marshall) weaves together a rich mix of archive footage and contemporary interviews with a stellar group of interview subjects — from the late cultural critic Greg Tate to Halle Berry, Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, and Oprah Winfrey (also producer of the film). Poitier’s contemporaries and the holders of his legacy detail just how extraordinary his rise was, from early failure at the American Negro Theater to Oscar-nominated roles in films like The Defiant Ones, to becoming the living, big-screen embodiment of America’s hopes for racial justice.

Poitier’s rise to stardom occurred in tandem with his commitment to social change, marching for civil rights with Martin Luther King Jr. alongside his lifelong friend Harry Belafonte, and helping to usher Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun, a milestone in portraying Black American experience, from Broadway to the big screen. By the mid-1960s Poitier was everywhere. In 1967 alone he made Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner; To Sir, With Love; and In the Heat of the Night.

Watching signature scenes from his films, getting a glimpse of rare footage from his life beyond Hollywood, and seeing how pivotal his life and example has been for so many of today’s icons, it’s clear that there never was and never can be a figure quite like Sidney Poitier. This film serves as a beautiful, powerful testament.

*The film is currently screening at the Toronto International Film Festival. To find out more, visit: https://tiff.net/events/sidney

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Kat Graham and Tom Hopper stopped to discuss their latest Netflix film, Love in The Villa. Both Graham and Hopper connected to the script instantly and knew they wanted to be a part of it before even auditioning -- adding the humor and structure of the film pulled them in. The two also discuss what it was like filming the prank scenes with one another, talking about some of the best moments -- along with what they learned, their favorite wine, and why fans should see this film. 

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Polina Jdanova

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Synopsis:

A young woman takes a trip to romantic Verona, Italy, after a breakup, only to find that the villa she reserved was double-booked, and she'll have to share her vacation with a cynical British man.

*Love in The Villa is currently streaming on Netflix.

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We were at the premiere of Gusty, a new show on AppleTV+ with Hillary Clinton and Chelsea Clinton, who serves as executive producers and hosts. Both the Clintons spoke to us on the red carpet about what it was like adapting a book into a television series, what the show is about, and how they define what "gutsy" means to them. We also spoke with directors Cynthia Wade and Arlene Nelson about making the docu-series and executive producer and showrunner Anna Chai about working with the Clintons and the women the show picked to highlight. 

Host: Monica Gleberman

Editor: Shamindri De Sayrah

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Synopsis:

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and her daughter Chelsea embark on a thought-provoking journey to speak with pioneering women artists, activists, community leaders, and everyday heroes.

Gutsy will be available to stream on AppleTV+ starting September 9, 2022. 

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We spoke to Grace Caroline Currey about her latest role as Becky in the thriller, Fall. Currey gives an unbelievable performance as Becky in the film as she and her friend get stuck on a platform 2,000 feet in the air...and yes, she really did film that high. Currey goes into detail about what it was like filming scenes day after day on the top of the radio tower, the preparation she did, and how her athletic background helped in adding to her performance. Currey also discusses why it was so hard to shake her character after filming. We also touch a bit on her co-stars, specifically, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who plays her dad in the film and his short but incredibly magnetic performance.

Host: Monica Gleberman (@Monica1236)

Editor: Miranda Currier

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Synopsis:

For best friends Becky and Hunter, life is all about conquering fears and pushing limits. However, after they climb 2,000 feet to the top of a remote, abandoned radio tower, they find themselves stranded with no way down. Now, their expert climbing skills are put to the ultimate test as they desperately fight to survive the elements, a lack of supplies, and vertigo-inducing heights.

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