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THE NEW NORMAL

Lightfoot launches weekly series ‘Stay Home. Hit Play.’

By Reel Chicago Apr 27, 2020

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and Citadel today announced the launch of Stay Home. Hit Play., a twice-weekly video series on WTTW that will bring engaging, educational programmi...

THE NEW NORMAL

Pritzker and Wellington the Penguin in ‘All In Illinois’ PSA

By Reel Chicago Apr 27, 2020

Governor JB Pritzker got some help from Wellington the Penguin and several other friends at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium in a new All in Illinois video that reinforces the message ...

THE NEW NORMAL

Local 727 purchases thousands of masks for members

By Reel Chicago Apr 23, 2020

When employers wouldn’t step up, Teamsters Local 727 stepped in—recently purchasing thousands of masks for distribution. On March 21, Governor Pritzker mandated a “she...

THE NEW NORMAL

Cinespace hosts dinner for 200 healthcare workers

By Reel Chicago Apr 23, 2020

This week, Cinespace Chicago Film Studios surprised 200 healthcare workers and caregivers at Mount Sinai Hospital with a warm dinner from Inspired Catering & Events of...

BREAKING NEWS

One Club announces finalists for ADC 99th Annual Awards

By Reel Chicago Apr 22, 2020

Design studios, ad agencies, production companies, brands and freelancers in 32 countries have made the cut as finalists for the prestigious ADC 99th Annual Awards, as announ...

REEL BUSINESS

Dreaming of Travel and Road Trips to Come?

By Reel Chicago Apr 21, 2020

With the COVID-19 virus keeping most people indoors for an extended period of time, Rand McNally faithfully submits its antidote: A new edition of the classic Rand McNally ...

THE NEW NORMAL

McDonald’s offers ‘Thank You Meals’ to first responders

By Reel Chicago Apr 21, 2020

In appreciation for the healthcare workers, police officers, firefighters and paramedics who are committed to our health and safety, McDonald's will offer free Thank You Meals,...

THE NEW NORMAL

BCBS commits $3 Billion to members and first responders

By Reel Chicago Apr 21, 2020

The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) announced that the network of 36 independent and locally-operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies and the Blue Cross ...

PRODUCTION CENTRAL

Joint Letter: from the unions and guilds to the workforce

By Reel Chicago Apr 20, 2020

These are unsettling times as COVID-19 has impacted our personal and professional lives. Or unions and guilds have come together to assist the working professionals in thi...

THE NEW NORMAL

New Normal: October, in their new production landscape

By Reel Chicago Apr 20, 2020

Editor’s Note: The world changed right before our very eyes. We now work, live, exercise and entertain ourselves in our homes. This is the new normal. In this new on-goi...

Behind The Scenes

Behind the Scenes: documentary filmmaker Robert Hanna

By Noah Kadner - AbelCine Apr 19, 2020

Noah Kadner, Editor-in-chief at AbelCine goes Behind the Scenes with filmmaker Robert Hanna. Cinematographer Robert Hanna is an Emmy-award winning, veteran commerical, and d...

As EMPIRE series ends, here’s our Top 10 favorite episodes

By Brian Soszynski Apr 19, 2020

Golden Globe-nominated EMPIRE is now in its sixth and final season as one of television’s most popular and groundbreaking shows. A powerful drama about a family dynasty ...

REEL MICHIGAN

Ad Industry says Gov. Whitmer’s ban violates free speech

By Reel Chicago Apr 17, 2020

Five of the nation's largest advertising trade associations today released a joint statement urging Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to rescind a portion of&n...

THE NEW NORMAL

UPS Donates 10,000 N95 Masks to Chicago Police Dept

By Reel Chicago Apr 17, 2020

UPS announced the donation of 10,000 N95 respirator masks to the Chicago Police Department. UPS has procured a sufficient supply to meet internal needs for its employees, and i...

THE NEW NORMAL

New Normal: Cinespace more than just a studio

By Reel Chicago Apr 17, 2020

Editor’s Note: The world changed right before our very eyes. We now work, live, exercise and entertain ourselves in our homes. This is the new normal. In this new on-goi...

BREAKING NEWS

Chicago Film Office presents screenwriting competition

By Reel Chicago Apr 16, 2020

The Chicago Film Office, Rubinstein Law, and Emanuel Congregation present a new screenwriting competition for Chicago-based feature and television scripts. Accepting Feature...

The Last Dance: Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls

By Reel Chicago Apr 15, 2020

ESPN's Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls documentary "The Last Dance" will debut on April 19 at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN. The 10-part documentary series takes an in-depth look at the...

THE NEW NORMAL

New Normal: multitasking at The Colonie

By Reel Chicago Apr 15, 2020

Editor’s Note: The world changed right before our very eyes. We now work, live, exercise and entertain ourselves in our homes. This is the new normal. In this new on-goi...

PRODUCTION CENTRAL

New emergency fund to aid Chicago cinema workers

By Reel Chicago Apr 13, 2020

As efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 shutter cinemas across the nation, concerned members of Chicago's film community launch a fund to benefit laid off cinema workers from...

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