For many years, Canada has mostly been a service industry for US film and TV productions. Vancouver, Montreal, and Toronto would constantly be dressed to play New York, Boston, Chicago, Seattle, San Francisco, and even
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Some celebrity mix-ups make sense at first glance. Two actors may share a haircut, a similar voice, or the same kind of roles. Ryan Gosling and Ryan Reynolds are a stranger case. They don’t look
Continue ReadingWolverine Likely Won’t Feature in Upcoming X-Men Reboot, Here’s Why That’s Actually a Good Thing
Marvel and Kevin Feige rocked the world of pop culture yet again on August 14th when they announced the new, young cast of the upcoming X-Men film directed by Jake Schreier, which will serve as
Continue ReadingRewatch The Red Violin With a Route Map: Follow One Instrument Across Three Centuries to a Canadian Auction
The Red Violin by François Girard is much easier to follow if you consider it as a jumping between stories instead of a following the violin. In the movie, a red violin of the same
Continue ReadingExploring Hollywood by Bus: A Comfortable and Convenient Way to Travel
Hollywood is one of those destinations where there is always something happening. From film-related attractions and entertainment venues to beaches, restaurants, shopping districts, sporting events, and cultural experiences, the area attracts visitors throughout the year.
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