Irvine Welsh’s “ecstasy” movie launch party sponsored by Talen Events will be happening during the Toronto International Film Festival this year.

d’s 7th annual film fest party
“ecstasy” film environmental gala
Hosted by Danielle Iverson & Nico Miami
Monday, September, 8th 2008
8:30PM - 4:00AM
Green Carpet Starts @ 8:30PM
Empire, 50 Cumberland Street, Yorkville
RSVP@thatPRthing.com by Sept 5th

The film “ecstasy,” is a dark romantic comedy based on the #1 best-selling controversial book, “ecstasy,” by Irvine Welsh, writer of “Trainspotting.” The novel was translated into 20 languages and was a #1 bestseller in over 20 countries. Mr. Welsh’s first book, “Trainspotting,” published in 1993, (and voted by Waterstone, Europe’s largest bookstore chain, as one of the Ten Best Books of the Century), sold over 1 million copies in the UK alone and has its own Cinematic Cinderella success story. The film is to shoot in Scotland and Northern Ontario and will be directed by Rob Heydon, award-winning director of music videos and commercials. The production team includes; Rob Heydon of Ecstasy Film Inc. of Toronto, Canada and Ashley Pover of Proteus Entertainment of London, England. Joni Cuquet will be Executive Producing.Erica Durance is scheduled to star in “ecstasy,” whose rise to fame came in the role of Superman’s future love, Lois Lane, in the series “Smallville” on the WB Network. “I am thrilled to go to Scotland to star in this film. The whole idea of exploring relationships about people on ecstasy in a completely different location and culture is exciting,” Erica exclaims! “Trainspotting was one of my favourite films.”Durance will be starring with Billy Boyd (Lord of the Rings, Master and Commander), Richard E. Grant (Dracula, Gosford Park, How to Get Ahead in Advertising, and Withnail & I) and Adam Sinclair (The Summit).

Performances include Bedouin Soundclash. With sold out shows across Canada, and performances all over the world, including the renowned Leeds and Reading Festivals, London’s V-Fest, and PuklePop; “Bedouin Soundclash” brings their soulful, energetic live show to Toronto once again.

For more information:
http://www.dianekolar.com/ecstasy/eviteflash.html

Ahhh Ecollywood is over! And what a wonderful night it was!

On a day that will live in infamy, in a town filled with stars one of the very few eco-friendly parties was held. The TIFF festival was the perfect backdrop for the party, held in the heart of Yorkville @ the posh Club V. The message was simple ‘you can do your part and every little bit helps. From food to fashion to a holistic spa, you were treated like a star. And even though mother nature tried to steal our thunder with some rain and thunder of her own, we all equally shared the spotlight. We would like to thank Choroid Films for introducing us to the project, Much Music’s Sabrina Jalees for hosting the night, all of the sponsors who joined us in very little time and made it all worthwhile, and of course our benefactor the David Suzuki Foundation for all they do and we look forward to seeing you all next year.

Cheers,

Amalia

When we first started looking for sponsors for Ecollywood we were in a bind. We had three weeks and not even a LIST of companies to start from. I had used Green Beaver before so I figured I would try to see if I could possibly get them interested in our event. So I wrote up a little email, prayed to GOD that someone would read it, and crossed my fingers as I hit the send key.

Within 5 minutes I received a call.. I was screaming on the inside I was so excited. Ya know what was even better? They seemed just as excited about Ecollywood.. and that’s about the exact moment when Green Beaver and I fell madly in love.

The more I got to know Green Beaver, the more I became it’s obsessive stalker. Its Blemish Mousse is fantastic, their winter lip balm makes your lips amazingly smooth and their toothpaste is soooo tasty.

So although Green Beaver and I have just met, it is insta-love, and I have a feeling this love will last a very very long time…

If you would like to test out Green Beaver products yourself, hit up your local natural food store or come to Ecollywood and you’ll find them in our lovely swag bags!

Cheers!
Tiffany

Whenever we’re planning an event our quest is to find companies that fit our mission and values. We love companies who are willing to help people & the environment, period. When we were sent information about a Peacekeeper press conference in Toronto, we were so stoked! We jumped in the car and headed over to see what this company was all about.

What is Peacekeeper?

Peacekeeper is a company with a charitable and educational mission to support women’s health advocacy and human rights issues by raising funds through the sale of their products. A company where after all taxes are paid donates their profits to support women’s health advocacy and urgent human rights issues.

Here’s the best thing — by buying PEACEKEEPER products, you actually BECOME a peacekeeper. It’s as if you were donating money to support women’s health advocacy yourself.. and you get to take home some great cause-metics.

We tried the lip paint & the nail paint and they were fantastic. The best thing? No animal testing, and no use of abrasive chemicals! Plus, the Peacekeeper nail paint is the longest lasting nail polish around!

Nothing was as great as the lip gloss. Not only was there great colors to choose from but the minerals, green tea extract and vitamin E gave me long lasting moisture and it wasn’t sticky.

What makes Peacekeeper great?

Not only are there products naturally based and packaged in as little packaging as possible, but they advocate for the women’s human rights issues that don’t get much media attention.

If you’d like more information about PEACEKEEPER and where to find their product please check out their website. OR you can visit Ecollywood, and get your very own lip treatment by one of their very own Peacekeeper lip specialists!

Cheers!
Amalia

The Toronto Film Festival is here and Hollywood North is in an uproar as celebrities pour in, filmmakers get ready to for their big moment, and curious onlookers get ready to schmooze or just gaze adoringly as their favorite celebrity walks the streets. And the parties? Oh the planners stocked and loaded, ready to show our guests and the city what we do best.

One such party that Talen Events is proud to be a a green consultant for is Ecollywood. Hosted by Maurey Loeffler of Choroid Films and coordinated by Upstage Productions, Ecollywood is an eco-conscious event that’s set to be the talk of the Toronto International Film Festival! This star studded event aims to raise environmental awareness while showing how companies & celebrities are doing their part to make a world of difference. Imagine yourself walking down the green carpet, behind the hemp rope and being part of this must attend TIFF event on September 11, at Toronto’s hot spot, Club V located in the heart of Yorkville. Well guess what? You’re invited!

To purchase tickets or get more information:
http://www.ecollywood.com