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Author: Barbara Roche

DePaul alum’s, “Waiting by the Phone” now online
  • Reel Indie

DePaul alum’s, “Waiting by the Phone” now online

By Reel Chicago Jul 10, 2020
“Waiting by the Phone,” the award-winning animated film written/directed/produced by DePaul University alum Olivia Jensen, is now available online after a successful year-l...
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Black Women’s Expo presents #WEMATTER
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Black Women’s Expo presents #WEMATTER

By Reel Chicago Jul 10, 2020
Black Women's Expo (BWe) is partnering with Illinois Census 2020 and Counting on Chicago Coalition to present #WEMATTER On the Frontline: A Black Women'sAgenda! Virtual Web...
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Gov Pritzker announces $300k to support broadband
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Gov Pritzker announces $300k to support broadband

By Reel Chicago Jul 9, 2020
State of Illinois announces $300,000 public private investment to support community-driven broadband plans.New Illinois Connected Communities program will foster community enga...
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“Chicago Med” encore #1 show on the Big 4 networks
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“Chicago Med” encore #1 show on the Big 4 networks

By Reel Chicago Jul 8, 2020
An encore telecast of “Chicago Med” (0.4 rating in 18-49, 3.7 million viewers overall from 8-9 p.m. ET) is the #1 show of the night on the Big 4 networks in total viewers, ...
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Chicago’s Jane Lynch to host ‘Weakest Link’ on NBC
  • TV

Chicago’s Jane Lynch to host ‘Weakest Link’ on NBC

By Reel Chicago Jul 8, 2020
NBC is bringing back hit British import and international game show phenomenon Weakest Link, co-produced by BBC Studios’ Los Angeles production arm and Universal Television A...
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Eleven04 has re-launched their First Backer Initiative
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Eleven04 has re-launched their First Backer Initiative

By Katharin Mraz Jul 8, 2020
Do you have a creative project you’re dying to get off the ground?  Looking for a space and equipment for your next pitch video?  If so, then you should be very exc...
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Oprah Winfrey, Lionsgate, NY Times adapt 1619 Project
  • MEDIA

Oprah Winfrey, Lionsgate, NY Times adapt 1619 Project

By Reel Chicago Jul 8, 2020
Oprah Winfrey and Lionsgate Join Forces With Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times to Adapt the Acclaimed 1619 Project Into a Portfolio o...
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The Mill teams up with EA SPORTS on ‘Feel Next Level’
  • CREATIVE

The Mill teams up with EA SPORTS on ‘Feel Next Level’

By Reel Chicago Jul 7, 2020
Creatively developed in partnership with EA SPORTS and produced entirely under COVID-19 restrictions. EA SPORTS has launched a new adrenaline fueled brand film in collaborat...
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CHI-Together: Socially-Safe events at Soldier Field
  • CITY NEWS

CHI-Together: Socially-Safe events at Soldier Field

By Reel Chicago Jul 6, 2020
Fueled Events has announced the launch of CHI-Together, a socially safe entertainment series of drive-in music, entertainment and movie events at Soldier Field, kicking off Wed...
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McDonald’s partners with iHeartMedia’s ‘BIN’
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McDonald’s partners with iHeartMedia’s ‘BIN’

By Reel Chicago Jul 6, 2020
McDonald’s USA today announced its role in helping to establish BIN: Black Information Network, the first 24/7 national and local news radio service dedicated to reporting ne...
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Burrell wins Gold National ADDY and Publicis Cannes-Do
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Burrell wins Gold National ADDY and Publicis Cannes-Do

By Reel Chicago Jul 6, 2020
Leading multicultural agency Burrell Communications Group has earned top industry honors from the American Advertising Federation – a Gold National "ADDY" for the Comcast/NBC...
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Details of the allegations against Jeff McCarter leaked
  • BREAKING NEWS

Details of the allegations against Jeff McCarter leaked

By Katharin Mraz Jul 3, 2020
The Free Spirit Media mission statement says it "provides opportunities for emerging creators, primarily from communities of color, to produce and distribute original content a...
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Chicago orders quarantine from high risk COVID states
  • CITY NEWS

Chicago orders quarantine from high risk COVID states

by Reel Chicago Jul 2, 2020
On Thursday, July 2, Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Allison Arwady, M.D., issued an Emergency Travel Order directing travelers entering or returning...
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Indie Film Town Hall: Legal and Insurance Challenges
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Indie Film Town Hall: Legal and Insurance Challenges

By Reel Chicago Jul 2, 2020
The Indie Film Town Hall series brings together Chicago’s independent film and media-making community during these difficult times.  In a series of lunchtime meetings...
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HBO debuts ‘Lovecraft Country’ filmed at Cinespace
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HBO debuts ‘Lovecraft Country’ filmed at Cinespace

By Reel Chicago Jul 2, 2020
Filmed at Cinespace Chicago Film Studios, HBO's new drama series from J.J. Abrams, Jordan Peele and showrunner/executive producer Misha Green, LOVECRAFT COUNTRY debuts Sunday,...
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Legendary Pam Zekman honored with virtual tributes
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Legendary Pam Zekman honored with virtual tributes

By Reel Chicago Jul 1, 2020
The team at Reel Chicago feels that Pam Zekman is as much a part of Chicago as Navy Pier, the Cubs, and Vienna dogs. Clearly the people of Chicago feel the same way. Commen...
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Mayor Lightfoot announces Artist-In-Residence Program
  • CITY NEWS

Mayor Lightfoot announces Artist-In-Residence Program

By Reel Chicago Jul 1, 2020
Mayor Lightfoot, the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) announced today the first ever Artist-In-Res...
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Chicago launches free high-speed internet to CPS students
  • CITY NEWS

Chicago launches free high-speed internet to CPS students

By Reel Chicago Jun 30, 2020
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced the launch of ‘Chicago Connected’ a groundbreaking program that will provide free high-speed internet service to approximately 100,000 Chi...
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Leo Burnett copywriter, Trans Lifeline co-lead, Len Sheth
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Leo Burnett copywriter, Trans Lifeline co-lead, Len Sheth

By Reel Chicago Jun 30, 2020
Leo Burnett junior copywriter Len Sheth opens up about their highly successful work with Trans Lifeline, brands authentically extending their reach, and even a competitive tap-...
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Havas Chicago/Moen campaign – #UnlockWaterForAll
  • SOCIAL MEDIA

Havas Chicago/Moen campaign – #UnlockWaterForAll

By Reel Chicago Jun 29, 2020
In a new campaign created by Havas Chicago, #UnlockWaterForAll, Moen is encouraging people to send a letter to Congress at FoodAndWaterAction.org, urging them to issue a n...
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