MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY IN TORONTO FOR "THE LINCOLN LAWYER"

Matthew McConaughey in Toronto - March 2011

Once voted People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, Matthew McConaughey has been quieter of late on the Film Front, but he is already winning lots of praise for his work in upcoming release The Lincoln Lawyer. The Film is based upon the 2005 Novel by Michael Connelly and centers around a Lawyer  named Mickey Haller (McConaughey) who works out of the back of a Lincoln Town Car around Los Angeles, while his Client works to pay off his overdue legal fees.  He must defend Client Louis Roulet (Ryan Phillippe) against Attempted Murder and Assault charges after being framed.

McConaughey is now in full promotional swing for The Lincoln Lawyer and just made a stopoff in Toronto at CBC's George Stroumbouloupoulous Tonight, plus doing an interview with that network's Ilana Banks also.  Banks gushed to me, "He sure had a twinkle in his eye and is proud of his new flick".  

Arriving in an Escalade - not a Town Car, which would have been more fitting perhaps - McConaughey was surrounded by a small crowd of Fans and Paparazzi, stopping to sign a meager three Autographs, mumbling "I'm  just going to keep walking" aloud. 

I will not be shy in saying that I possess one of these few Autographs, a gorgeous 8x10 of him in a Dolce & Gabanna Ad (seen right) reading "jk livin' (an abbreviation of just keep livin'), Matthew McConaughey".  Notoriously Paparazzi-shy, McConaughey disappointingly refused Autographs and Photos with Fans who braved the cold weather, as he exited the venue amidst flashing Cameras.  The Stroumboulopoulous interview will be airing at a later date.  Check his official website for details.

And why not one more Photo of the handsome Actor just for good measure?

TAYLOR KITSCH IN TORONTO TO PROMOTE "THE BANG BANG CLUB" | AUTOGRAPH GIVEAWAY

Taylor Kitsch & Mr. Will-W.

Kelowna native Taylor Kitsch packed a crowd outside the CBC Building today where he dropped by to record an appearance on George Stroumboulopoulous Tonight, airing later this evening. The former Abercrombie & Fitch Model has found success as an Actor, appearing on the acclaimed yet short-lived ABC series Friday Night Lights.  He continues to see his star rise with his latest Film The Bang Bang Club, which premiered at TIFF 2010 to wide acclaim. 

Acquired via eOne Films, the Drama is based on the true story of four photographers who ventured to South Africa during a time of great political change, following the period when Nelson Mandela had been released from prison up to 1994, when the first-ever Democratic Elections were held.  That Election marked the first time all races were allowed to participate in voting.  Ryan Philippe and Malin Åkerman also star in The Bang Bang Club.  Check out some Photos I got of Philippe in-town this past September promoting the Film.

With at least 20-plus people in waiting for Autographs and Photos with Kitsch, both he and his Assistant were more than accommodating, handling beautifully what could easily have become a bit of a mess, with one Fan barging into the Premises.  Sporting a new stylishly-cropped Haircut, Kitsch surprised all who were expecting him to appear in his signature shoulder-length locks. All were surprised by  the extent of his graciousness and generosity.

THE HOTTEST RYAN

TIFF 2010 was all about The Ryans.  From Top to Bottom L to R: Ryan Phillippe, Ryan Gosling, Ryan Reynolds and Ryan Kwanten - all hot right now.  But who is the hottest Ryan?

(Photo credit: Mr. Will-W.)

RYAN PHILLIPPE AT TIFF PRESS CONFERENCE FOR BANG BANG CLUB

Ryan Phillippe leaving Press Conference for Bang Bang Club

Ryan Phillippe is in full promotional swing now for his new film Bang Bang Club which was a Gala presentation at Roy Thomson Hall tonight.  When female fans asked the hunk whether they could take a photo with him he replied, "If I do it for you, I have to do it for everyone" but instead offered the option of an autograph to anyone who asked.  And there were many.  Bang Bang Club is directed by Steven Silver and was shot in South Africa, telling the stories of four photographers working there a few days prior to the end of the Apartheid era.  It stars also Canadian  sweetheart Malin Akerman.  There is still no release date yet for the film.

(Photo credit: Mr. Will-W.)

TIFF INSTYLE AND HOLLYWOOD FOREIGN PRESS ASSOCIATION PARTY PICS

Malin Akerman & Mr. Will-W.

Held traditionally towards the halfway mark of TIFF ever year, InStyle Magazine and the Hollywood Foreign Press Association throw a bash at the Windsor Arms Hotel, marking one of the biggest highlights of the Festival. 

The Hotel rolled out the Red Carpet and installed a Media Tent for its ultra-exclusive list of Celebrity Guests and everyone including hundreds of spectators out on the street got to join in on the festivities, giving Toronto a taste of Hollywood.  

Here's who showed up for some fun and Swag:

Abigail Breslin

MACGRUBER REVIEW

MacGruber is the latest in a slew of Saturday Night Live spin-off feature films to hit the big screen, but where it differs from many of its predecessors is that it actually delivers beyond just a funny Trailer. It is ridiculous, repulsive, offensive and I absolutely loved it.

The comedy, directed by Saturday Night Live writer Jorma Taccone, is actually his directorial feature debut. The film, co-written by its star Will Forte is held up almost completely by him as a One Man Show with his brilliant sense of timing, fearlessness and witty writing.

The story has retired special operative MacGruber back on a mission to protect Washington, DC against a planned nuclear attack by Dieter Von Cunth (Val Kilmer); yes, it's pronounced just as it's spelled. After accidentally - albeit hilariously - killing off his team of helpers, MacGruber is desperate for help and successfully convinces long-time object of desire Vicki St. Elmo (Kristen Wiig) and initially reluctant Lt. Dixon Piper (Ryan Phillipe) to come aboard.