April 27, 2024

Fox 2000 Acquires Sparks’ “Longest Ride”

Fox 2000 is closing a deal to pick up the film rights to "The Notebook" author Nicholas Sparks' next novel "The Longest Ride". The book, set to be published in September, deals with two intertwining love stories. The first deals with a snowbound elderly man who reminisces about the life he and his late love led in their younger years just after … [Read more...]

XL Foods laying off more than 2,000 employees

The company at the centre of Canada's largest food recall -- is temporarily laying off more than 2,000 workers. XL Foods made the announcement this morning. The employees are all based at the company's facility in Brooks, Alberta. CKNW Vancouver News … [Read more...]

Vancouver eatery says its $100 hotdog is infused with $2,000 a bottle cognac

A Vancouver eatery is billing its new Dragon Dog as the most expensive hotdog in the world. DougieDog Hot Dogs says the footlong creation is “mouth-wateringly delicious” - and it'll set diners back $ 100. The Dragon Dog is made with a bratwurst infused with century-old Louis the 13th cognac, which costs more than $ 2,000 a bottle. Other … [Read more...]

Fox 2000 Planning A “Mr. Ed” Film

Fox 2000 has acquired feature film rights to the classic 1960s TV series comedy "Mr. Ed" reports Variety. The live-action family film will feature a real horse with a CG-animated mouth to convey his capability of speech. A writer will soon be sought to pen the script. David Friendly and Jim Mahoney will produce, Friendly having produced the "Dr. … [Read more...]