Producer LaTaryion “LT” Perry talks with Chicago native, writer, and director George Ellzey Jr. about his film, Cottage Grove. The film is a narrative that explores a broken relationship between father
Chicago native, writer, director George Ellzey Jr is breaking barriers for independent filmmakers. Having recently graduated with distinction from DePaul University’s MFA program in Directing for Film and Television, Ellzey
Cottage Grove, a short film made entirely in Chicago by South Side native George Ellzey, Jr., is now a two-time winner at the 46th Annual Telly Awards. The film, starring Patrick
A memorable story and a unique cast and crew prove that “Diversity is Normalcy” in a family-friendly, pro-parent, pro-artist project Division, a short film about a young, interracial couple
Filming gets underway on The Elkhorn Special, an independent feature from Chicago’s Redleg Films, set against the suburban backdrop of Berwyn and Riverside. Principal photography is scheduled for October 13–28,
Filmscape Chicago, the Midwest’s leading film and television production expo, is back for its 2025 edition, promising two days of innovation, education, and networking for the film and media production
XL Fest has announced a collaboration to showcase emerging filmmakers on AMC+, the premium streaming bundle from AMC Networks featuring an extensive lineup of popular and critically acclaimed programming from
Full Spectrum Features announces three storytellers selected for their flagship program Community Storytellers: Alexie Young, Brian Herrera, and Laura E. Sáenz. The Community Storytellers program elevates the narratives of Chicago
Chicago Filmmakers presents CHICAGO SEEN VOL 16, showcasing original and exhilarating cinematic art from the Chicago independent & DIY film communities. Programmed under the supervision of Grace K. Schuler, former programming
Following another competitive season, the Community Builders Grant, in association with Camera Ambassador, has announced its annual film winner naming Video Funeral as its 2022 award recipient. This year the
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s Gene Siskel Film Center announces the full festival schedule for its 27th Annual Black Harvest Film Festival, which will take place both
