Interview: Three Young Actors Are ‘Me and Earl and the Dying Girl’
CHICAGO– Every so often, a movie makes a huge splash in the ocean of releases, and “Me and Earl and the Dying Girl” is a prime example. Both the jury winner and the audience favorite at the Sundance...
View ArticleInterview: Director Alfonso Gomez-Rejon of ‘Me and Earl and the Dying Girl’
CHICAGO– In my second meeting with director Alfonso Gomez-Rejon, I was struck by his almost child-like wonder regarding his breakout film, “Me and Earl and the Dying Girl.” Gomez-Rejon bleeds...
View ArticleInterview: Lori Petty on a New Team in ‘Orange is the New Black’
CHICAGO– Lori Petty will never be predictable, nor put into some show business box. The free-wheelin’ Ms. P applies her expansive performance skills to the role of Lolly – a guest spot that turned into...
View ArticleRed-Carpet Video Interviews: Gloria Estefan’s Broadway Musical ‘On Your Feet!’
CHICAGO– HollywoodChicago.com presents our video coverage of the pre-Broadway premiere of the new musical “On Your Feet!” from Gloria Estefan and Emilio Estefan on June 17, 2015 at the Oriental Theatre...
View ArticleInterview: Actor Thomas Haden Church is Character Driven in ‘Max’
CHICAGO– Thomas Haden Church has the recognizable name, and a long career of character roles in comedy and drama. His laid-back persona gets a bit more intense as a conflicted father in the new film...
View ArticleInterview: Félix de Givry, Sven Hansen-Løve Take the Journey to ‘Eden’
CHICAGO– When it comes to how dance music evolved in the last thirty years, there was a ground zero that was launched right here in Chicago. House music, or Garage House, were inspired beats that were...
View ArticleInterview: Adam Scott Wants Everyone There For ‘The Overnight’
CHICAGO– Adam Scott has become familiar to audiences through his five year run as Ben Wyatt on TV’s “Parks and Recreation,” but he is also creating a presence on the big screen, with various supporting...
View ArticleInterview: Jada Pinkett Smith Plays Host in ‘Magic Mike XXL’
CHICAGO– Jada Pinkett Smith was doing it her way long before she became half of one of Hollywood’s biggest power couples. From modest beginnings, she worked her way up through the entertainment ranks...
View ArticleInterview: Asif Kapadia, James Gay-Rees on Finding ‘Amy’
CHICAGO– She burned like a firework in the sky, and just as quickly faded away. The unique voice of Amy Winehouse was fresh air into the music vacuum, and yet the delicate state of her destructive...
View ArticleInterview: Directors Chris Lofting, Travis Cluff Swing on ‘The Gallows’
CHICAGO– Horror films have many players, but few contenders. Writer/directors Chris Lofting and Travis Cluff debut with “The Gallows,” a “found footage” movie about a force that haunts a typical...
View ArticleExclusive Video Interview: Legendary Drummer Paul Bostaph of Slayer at...
CHICAGO(Exclusive)– HollywoodChicago.com is proud to take you inside the mind of legendary heavy metal drummer Paul Bostaph of the thrash metal bands Slayer, Forbidden, Exodus, Systematic and...
View ArticleRed-Carpet Video Interviews: Woody Allen, Parker Posey for ‘Irrational Man’
CHICAGO– HollywoodChicago.com presents our red-carpet video coverage of the “Irrational Man” premiere in Chicago on July 17, 2015. We interview legendary filmmaker Woody Allen and star Parker Posey at...
View ArticleExclusive Portraits: Woody Allen, Parker Posey on the Chicago Red Carpet for...
CHICAGO– It was a Chicago moment for the legendary filmmaker Woody Allen, as he walked the Red Carpet on behalf of his latest film, “Irrational Man.” He was joined by a co-star in the film, Parker...
View ArticleInterview: Actor Omar Sy Tackles Immigrant Issues in ‘Samba’
CHICAGO– The situation with in-country immigrants is not just an issue in the United States. The new French film “Samba” focuses on the ongoing status of immigrants in Paris, who often do menial jobs...
View ArticleInterview: Rebecca Ferguson of ‘Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation’
CHICAGO– When it comes to keeping up with the boys, actress Rebecca Ferguson is equal to any task in the upcoming “Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation.” She portrays Ilsa, an undercover spy who could be...
View ArticleInterview: Christopher Kelley’s ‘Full Frame’ on Aug. 4, 2015 at Midwest...
CHICAGO– A new and exciting voice in the cinematic universe is cause for celebration, and the 2015 Midwest Independent Film Festival will showcase that voice this Tuesday, August 4th, at the Landmark...
View ArticleInterview: Michael Nehs is Building Up Chicago’s Periscope Post & Audio
CHICAGO– TV production is entrenched in Chicago, and currently one of the hottest shows produced here is FOX Network’s “Empire.” The intricate sound details of the show, including the music, are...
View ArticleInterview: Jason Segel on the Origins of ‘The End of the Tour’
CHICAGO– Jason Segel is a real mensch. The tall and angular actor is open, active and caring about his career, and he fulfills another part of his performance evolution in director James Ponsoldt’s...
View ArticleInterviews: Filmmakers Lonnie Edwards, Robert Carnilius at the 2015 Chicago...
CHICAGO– The 21st edition of the Black Harvest Film Festival will open on August 8th, 2015, at the Gene Siskel Film Center in Chicago. Through film and video, the festival explores the stories, images,...
View ArticleInterview: Greta Gerwig, Lola Kirke Discover ‘Mistress America’
CHICAGO– Greta Gerwig’s persona as a character actress has blossomed in the last three years, as she has taken on three women in their twenties at the crossroads of life, in that life decade of...
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