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NEXT is a complimentary, high-quality monthly magazine based in Canada, focusing on music, arts, and entertainment. It is distributed in the cities of Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary.

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Review: Feel good “The Wedding Banquet” like a queer episode of “Friends”

1 month ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

The Wedding BanquetWhere: In theatresWhat: Movie, 102 mins. When: Fri., April 18Genre: Rom-comRating: NNN (out of 5)Why you should watch: A feel good, gentle comedy of friendship and community that could be a queer FriendsTHE WEDDING BANQUET is like an extended episode of Friends except all the adorable cast members are gay.
Review: Stylish singer Goldie Boutilier shows star power at standout Horseshoe show

1 month ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

Who: Goldie BoutilierWhere: Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen St. W. When: Wed., April 9Vibe: Loving fan send-off to act heading to stardomHighlight: Her version of Bang Bang proves a satisfying surpriseRating: NNNN (out of 5)RAPIDLY RISING East Coast Canadian indie pop singer Goldie Boutlier is ready for her star moment — in fact, she intends to seize it with both hands and not let go until it delivers her to the front of stages all over the world.
Streaming reviews: Jon Hamm successfully returns as a sexy, stylish scoundrel, ‘The Series’ goes inside Hollywood for laughs

1 month ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

Your Friends and NeighborsWhere: Apple TV+What: Miniseries, nine episodes, 55 mins. When: Two episodes Fri., April 11; new episodes FridaysGenre: DramaRating: NNNN (out of 5)Why you should watch: Jon Hamm is back playing a compelling scoundrel who resorts to stealing from his rich neighbours, exposing more about the elite than just where their silverware is hidden in the process.
Review: Latest Second City show, ‘Duel Citizens,’ packs a punch along with its punchlines

2 months ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

What: Duel CitizensWhere: Second City, 110 Harbour St.When: Now until TBAHighlight: Conor Bradbury as enraged restaurant manager asked to serve brunch just before closingRating: NNNN (out of 5)Why you should go: Solid cast of Second City veterans deliver a laugh-packed show, not afraid to get political. A SOLID CAST of returning Second City performers delivers a laugh-packed show, Duel Citizens, that’s not afraid to be political with no comic letdowns throughout its fast-paced performance.
Review: “Snow White” a decent remake powered by Rachel Zegler’s enchanting, ass-kicking princess

2 months ago | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

Snow WhiteWhere: In theatresWhat: Movie, 109 mins. When: Fri., March 21Genre: FantasyRating: NNN (out of 5)Why You Should Watch: Determined to make a modern, less problematic, take on an animated classic, Disney does a decent job with this live-action Snow White.
Review: New “White Lotus” takes plotline slow boil to new, sleepy levels

Feb 16, 2025 | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

The White LotusWhere: CraveWhat: Series, season 3, 8 episodes, new every SundayWhen: Sun., Feb.
Review: ‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ is a satisfying, rocking and roaring origin story

Feb 8, 2025 | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

Becoming Led ZeppelinWhere: In theatresWhat: Movie, 121 mins. When: Fri., Feb. 7Genre: RockumentaryRating: NNNNN (out of 5)Why you should watch: Intimately shows the creation and evolution of one of the greatest rock and roll bands in history with stunning archival performance footage. IMAGINE A ROCKUMENTARY without a Dave Grohl talking head.
Review: ‘Love Hurts’ is painfully bad filmmaking

Feb 8, 2025 | nextmag.ca | Michael Hollett

Love HurtsWhere: In theatresWhat: Movie, 83 mins. When: Fri., Feb. 7Genre: DramaRating: NN (out of 5)Why you should watch: Only Goonies mega-fans wanting to see grown-up Ke Huy Quan need watch this messOCTOBER IS INFAMOUSLY known as Turkey Dump Month for relationships, and January/February is Turkey Dump Month for movies where Hollywood dumps poultry-infused clunker films. Despite a cast featuring two Oscar winners, chaotic, wannabee, rom-com/action pic Love Hurts is definitely a turkey.