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Via Zoom: Isabelle Fuhrman & Lauren Hadaway of ‘The Novice’
CHICAGO– One of the great indie films of 2021 is “The Novice,” written and directed by Lauren Hadaway, and featuring Isabelle Fuhrman. This intimate and fascinating look at female student athletes in...
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Interview: Author Lorraine Evanoff on Her New Novel ‘Devil’s Ledger’
CHICAGO– The Devil is in the Details. The old adage, which primarily describes accounting, is the basis for author Lorraine Evanoff’s third novel in her Louise Moscow Spy Thriller series, “Devil’s...
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Film News: Iconic Filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich Dies at 82
CHICAGO– The work of filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich – who passed away on January 6th, 2022, at age 82 – was inspired by the cinematic language of American movies, which he interpreted through his many...
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In Memoriam: Flashback Interview and Exclusive Photo of Bob Saget
CHICAGO– There are a couple directions to the long career of Bob Saget, who passed away unexpectedly at age 65 on January 9th, 2022. The first of course was his role as Danny Tanner, the Dad he...
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Via Zoom: The World According to Performer Natalja Aicardi
CHICAGO– To discover a truly unique interpreter of cabaret is rare and exciting. Natalja Aicardi is a Chicago singer and performance artist, by way of her native Italy. Her multi disciplinary practice...
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Via Zoom: Kyle Prater is Chasing Greatness in ‘Samples of Life’
CHICAGO– As is often the case, an Act Two in life comes early for the elite athlete. In the case of ex-Pro Footballer Kyle Prater, his Act Two came in the form of Chasing Greatness Productions, a...
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Podtalk: Actor Wallace Shawn Celebrates ‘Rifkin’s Festival’
CHICAGO– The distinctive voice and presence of Wallace Shawn has been in the show business firmament for over 40 years. From his legacy film “My Dinner with Andre” through cultural icon in “The...
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Via Zoom: Alan Ritchson Portrays Jack Reacher in 'Reacher'
CHICAGO– Jack Reacher is back, in a binge-worthy TV miniseries premiering on February 4th, 2022, streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Portraying the iconic character, which debuted in a book series...
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Via Zoom: Actor Jon Barinholtz on New TV Series ‘American Auto’
CHICAGO– Jon Barinholtz keeps on rolling. After having wrapped a six season run on NBC-TV’s “Superstore” portraying Marcus, he landed another role – with the same sitcom creator (Justin Spitzer) and...
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Podtalk: Actor Elena Anaya on Her Career &‘Rifkin’s Festival’
CHICAGO– Elena Anaya has had an adventure in her career of over 50 films … from the role of Dracula’s Bride in “Van Helsing” to notable work with director Pedro Almodóvar in “The Skin I Live In,” and...
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Podtalk: My Convo with Wallace, Part Two of Wallace Shawn
CHICAGO– When an interview opportunity comes up with Wallace Shawn, and it lasts more than 15 minutes, a conversation can be born. In our own version of “My Dinner with Andre,” I got an expansion with...
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Podtalk: Filmmaker Jude Klassen is Back with ‘Stupid For You’
CHICAGO– Ethereal Canadian writer/director Jude Klassen is back with her second film – after “Love in the Sixth” – a combination of relationship angst and music passion, “Stupid For You.” The film has...
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Podtalk: Ashton Swinford About to Start Production on ‘Wizdom’
CHICAGO– In a sure sign that production is ramping up in Chicago once again, the pilot sci-fi film “Wizdom” – the first step in a larger project – will film in the city the week of February 21st, 2022....
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Film News: Asian Pop-Up Cinema Season 14 Begins March 13, 2022
CHICAGO– The 2022 local film festival scene is picking up steam as the Spring Season 14 of Chicago’s Asian Pop-Up Cinema (APUC) kicks off on March 13th at AMC Niles (Illinois). The South Korean film...
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Via Zoom: Kerry Sheenan for Inaugural World Comedy Expo in Chicago, March...
CHICAGO– It’s time to laugh, and just in time the World Comedy Expo is coming to Chicago this weekend – March 25th-27th, 2022 – and is offering an international showcase of stand-up comics,...
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Oscar Week: Producer Gigi Pritzker on Jessica Chastain in ‘The Eyes of Tammy...
CHICAGO– The Oscars are this upcoming Sunday, March 27th, and one of the great performances of the year – nominated for Best Actress – is Jessica Chastain as Tammy Faye Bakker in “The Eyes of Tammy...
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Podtalk: Susan Messing for the World Comedy Expo Chicago, March 25-27, 2022
CHICAGO– She is one of the best and most established improv artists in Chicago, the City of Yes-And. Susan Messing makes history wherever she goes, including her residency at the Annoyance Theatre with...
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Oscar Day: 2022 Best Picture & Best Documentary Interviews
CHICAGO– Happy Oscar Day! The 94th Academy Awards takes place on March 27th, and Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com conducted two major interviews connected to nominees. Actor David Dastmalchian...
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Flashback Interview: Jada Pinkett Smith on Her Life and Times
CHICAGO– The person in the middle of The Slap seen around the world – upon Chris Rock by Will Smith at the 94th Academy Awards – was Will’s wife of 24 years, the actor and musician Jada Pinkett Smith....
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Film News: Asian Pop-Up Cinema Presents the Filipino ‘Islands’ to Stream...
CHICAGO– Season 14 of Chicago’s Asian Pop-Up Cinema (APUC) continues with the Midwest Premiere of “Islands” – written and directed by Martin Edralin – streaming on APUC’s website from April 1st-3rd,...
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