Renowned for his philanthropy, art curation, activism, and insider status in Hollywood, Salah Bachir is truly incomparable. With a rich history spanning over four decades in the industry, Salah’s magnetic enthusiasm for life, art, and community has endeared him to many. Now, he masterfully weaves his extensive tapestry of connections and experiences into the pages of First to Leave the Party—an absorbing and compulsively readable memoir that brings to light the captivating stories from the extraordinary life of Salah Bachir. Pop Culturalist had the pleasure of speaking with Salah about
Jane Widdop is an award-winning storyteller best known for the dynamic characters and nuanced performances brought to life in projects such as Angie: Lost Girls, Yellowjackets, and Truth Be Told. Their next feature has Jane in the lead role as Winnie Carruthers in It’s a Wonderful Knife, a holiday slasher destined to become an instant classic. A year after saving her town from a psychotic killer on Christmas Eve, Winnie’s life is anything but wonderful. When she wishes she had never been born, she finds herself in a nightmare parallel
Toronto-born singer, songwriter, and actor Johnny Orlando has rapidly emerged as one of the voices of his generation. With over 3.3 billion streams, Johnny’s impact has reached a global scale, earning him JUNO nominations for Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Pop Album. He has also won the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Canadian Act for four consecutive years. This fall, Johnny released his highly anticipated new project, The Ride: Part 2, which features the pop masterpiece “Party For Two” and the introspective “Man Like Me.” Pop Culturalist was
Nick Pezzillo is a world-renowned storyteller whose versatility has made him one of the most sought-after editors in the industry. From documentaries to shorts, Nick’s undeniable talent immerses audiences in unforgettable viewing experiences. His work has been featured at the Tribeca Film Festival, Slamdance, and the Toronto International Film Festival. His latest film, Your Lucky Day, is an exhilarating ride that will have you guessing until the very end. After a dispute over a winning lottery ticket turns into a deadly hostage situation, the witnesses must decide exactly how far