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MOVIEWEB RECOMMENDS RAISING HELL: KEN RUSSELL AND THE UNMAKING OF THE DEVILS

Movieweb.com recommends my book “Ken Russell and the Unmaking of The Devils” in an article by Adam Symchuk on the rerelease of Ken Russell’s masterpiece “The Devils.” Read the article HERE!

The new 4K restoration of the film will be screened at TIFF and receive a general release in October. My book is being reissued to coincide with the rerelease. Check HERE foe details!

Here’s what the Hollywood Reporter said about the book on its initial release: “In his entertaining and hyperbolic Raising Hell: Ken Russell and the Unmaking of The Devils, Canadian movie critic Richard Crouse attempts to answer why Russell’s 1971 film The Devils — based on a story about an incident of mass hysteria among a convent of nuns in 17th century France — became such a flash point in what would seem to have been an unshockable era.”

SHANE HEWITT & THE NIGHT SHIFT: “After the third sip, it’s, ‘Where are my pants?’”

I join the Bell Media Radio Network national night time show “Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift” to talk about the blues and Morgan Freeman, Judge Judy and the passing of the gavel, more “Hacks” and on Booze & Reviews I review “Tony” and suggest a cocktail Anthony Bourdain noted will make you wonder what happened to your pants after drink number three!

Listen to the whole thing HERE!

CTV NEWS: Massive summer blockbusters are crushing records

I spoke with CTV National News reporter Heather Wright about the resurgence of movie theatres with the help of blockbusters like “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.”

Watch the CTV National News report HERE!

Read Heather Wright’s article HERE!

IHEARTRADIO: PIZZA LOVER PETE FERRIERO + ACTOR JAKE DAVID SMITH

On the Saturday August 8, 2026 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we’ll meet filmmaker, director, producer, and podcast host Pete Ferriero. Pete gained recognition for his documentaries The Price of Fame (about wrestling legend Ted DiBiase) and Her Name Is Chef (streaming on Hulu), which was praised by Padma Lakshmi for spotlighting women in the culinary world. He’s also the creator and host of the popular Beverly Hills, 90210 Show podcast, where he dives deep into the iconic series alongside its original producers and cast. His latest project, the feature documentary The Best Pizza is in LA, makes the bold case that Los Angeles is home to the world’s best pizza — complete with celebrity chefs and unforgettable pie tours.

Then we meet Jake David Smith, a Broadway and national-tour musical theatre veteran. who made his Broadway debut in Disney’s Frozen, starred as Marius on the national tour of Les Misérables, and originated Prince Oliver in the Off-Broadway (and Amazon Prime) production of Between the Lines.

Today we talk about his career and playing Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby, a extravaganza that Entertainment Weekly said explodes with life and energy. It’s playing at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre in Toronto until August 23.

Listen to the whole thing HERE!

Here’s some info on The Richard Crouse Show!

Each week on the nationally syndicated Richard Crouse Show, Canada’s most recognized movie critic brings together some of the most interesting and opinionated people from the movies, television and music to put a fresh spin on news from the world of lifestyle and pop-culture. Tune into this show to hear in-depth interviews with actors and directors, to find out what’s going on behind the scenes of your favourite shows and movies and get a new take on current trends. Recent guests include Chris Pratt, Elvis Costello, Baz Luhrmann, Martin Freeman, David Cronenberg, Mayim Bialik, The Kids in the Hall and many more!

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TORONTO STAR: Enjoying a shared experience AT THE STRATFORD FESTIVAL.

I wrote about the fourth Toronto Star Theatre Series, hosted by critic Joshua Chong, which saw subcribers watch a performance of “Something Rotten” at the Stratford Festival and enjoy a stimulating conversation about the show afterwards over dinner at The Bruce Restaurant in Stratford, Ontario.

“Rambunctious and brash are not words usually associated with the Stratford Festival, the largest classical repertory theatre company in North America based in Stratford, Ont. But as guests to the Toronto Star’s Theatre Club recently discovered, those words certainly suit “Something Rotten…” Read the whole thing HERE!

ROY THOMSON HALL: Disney and Pixar’s “Ratatouille in Concert”!

I’ll be introducing a special screening of Disney and Pixar’s Ratatouille at Roy Thomson Hall on Saturday, February 27, 2027! Buy tickets HERE!

Savour Disney and Pixar’s Ratatouille on the big screen with a live orchestra!

Ratatouille in Concert serves up the complete film, with music performed live in sync to the picture, original dialogue and sound effects.

Conducted by Sarah Hicks, the FILMharmonique Orchestra will prepare Oscar- and GRAMMY-winner Michael Giacchino’s delectable score for one night only!

Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts © All rights reserved.

Read more HERE!