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Columnist: Daniel Patton

The 3% Conference rises in Chicago
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The 3% Conference rises in Chicago

By Daniel Patton Nov 28, 2018
Expert speakers, engaging activities, and sensational presentations helped to guide 1,300 industry attendees onto the same important long-term group project   ...
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mcgarrybowen scores with star-studded Brita spot
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mcgarrybowen scores with star-studded Brita spot

By Daniel Patton Nov 26, 2018
Crafty footage and sharp cuts help Stephen Curry and Anwar Jibawi weave a message into an absurd and enjoyable dinnertime sketch mcgarrybowen Chicago has helped Br...
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Thanksgiving break: holiday viewing suggestions
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Thanksgiving break: holiday viewing suggestions

By Daniel Patton Nov 21, 2018
From hip-hop snow angels to Lego parades, an adult-sized portion of casually-vetted Chicago content to help readers get the most out of the holiday Falling onto a cou...
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David Winer launches Fancy Mountain Music & Sound
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David Winer launches Fancy Mountain Music & Sound

By Daniel Patton Nov 15, 2018
”The goal is always to help the narrative and to feel something. When you do, it’s lovely stuff.” David Winer On November 12, veteran musician and composer Davi...
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Demo Duck customizes intros for favorite podcasts
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Demo Duck customizes intros for favorite podcasts

By Daniel Patton Nov 15, 2018
Customized sights and sounds add depth and pizazz to an increasingly popular form of consumer media In pursuit of a 2018 goal to “do more passion projects,” C...
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Chicago artist sings ‘America La Hermosa’ for protest doc
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Chicago artist sings ‘America La Hermosa’ for protest doc

By Daniel Patton Nov 13, 2018
“It really kind of makes sense about where we are today … we are a nation of immigrants … we need to be the standard bearers of fairness” Sandra Antongiorgi &...
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‘Art of Motivation’ at Chicago Comedy Film Festival
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‘Art of Motivation’ at Chicago Comedy Film Festival

By Daniel Patton Nov 8, 2018
New web series features narcissistic characters who go about “undermining each other” with a kind of egotistical finesse that's a joy to watch Open floor plans,...
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Festivault brings a world of films to remote screens
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Festivault brings a world of films to remote screens

By Daniel Patton Nov 7, 2018
New technology aims to offer thousands of films that might otherwise disappear after screening at regional festivals Chicago film entrepreneurs Saj Adibs and Hamza...
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Chicago pros help Make-A-Wish complete ‘The Serum’
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Chicago pros help Make-A-Wish complete ‘The Serum’

By Daniel Patton Nov 4, 2018
Joe Minoso, Colleen Griffen, Joe Chappelle, Dru Anne Carlson, and Josh Greiveldinger are among the short action film's supporters   On October 20th, 13-year-o...
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Horn From The Heart: the Paul Butterfield Story
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Horn From The Heart: the Paul Butterfield Story

By Daniel Patton Nov 2, 2018
John Anderson's intimate documentary celebrates the Hyde Park native who introduced a generation to the swaggering energy of Chicago blues Chicago filmmaker John Ande...
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‘Related Destiny’ is a fresh take on an old theme
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‘Related Destiny’ is a fresh take on an old theme

By Daniel Patton Nov 1, 2018
Will Thompson’s directorial debut combines excellent production values, authentic performances, and likable characters   Related Destiny — a powerful sho...
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‘Garage Squad’ finale caps off another growing year
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‘Garage Squad’ finale caps off another growing year

By Daniel Patton Oct 31, 2018
Nearly a million viewers are expected to tune into tonight's finale of the show that celebrates car culture as one of America’s most treasured pastimes   The...
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Cinespace community outreach gets Congressional nod
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Cinespace community outreach gets Congressional nod

By Daniel Patton Oct 29, 2018
The studio's Mirkopoulos Internship Program grows stronger with legislation backed by Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi   A roomful of esteemed film industry l...
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Andre Royo talks about “Beautiful Boy”

Andre Royo talks about “Beautiful Boy”

By Daniel Patton Oct 23, 2018
While offering profound insight about addiction, the star from "The Wire" becomes a most enjoyable interview at the Chicago International Film Fest Andre Royo spen...
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Carr family hosts tribute to Bob Carr this Sunday
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Carr family hosts tribute to Bob Carr this Sunday

By Daniel Patton Oct 18, 2018
"I started to realize, ‘oh, he’s putting together these clips to tell a story.’ That’s really what he loved about (editing)." David Carr, on his father, Bob ...
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Stars pack Chicago Film Fest screening of ‘Widows’
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Stars pack Chicago Film Fest screening of ‘Widows’

By Daniel Patton Oct 16, 2018
Academy Award-winners Viola Davis and Steve McQueen led a celebrity cavalcade that buzzed throughout the AMC River East lobby   A number of stars from the bi...
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mcgarry brings ‘heartfelt authenticity’ to Hallmark spots
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mcgarry brings ‘heartfelt authenticity’ to Hallmark spots

By Daniel Patton Oct 10, 2018
With an abundance of simple yet passionate drama, the agency and the client add life to the #CareEnough initiative mcgarrybowen helped Hallmark Gold Crown travel ...
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“The City That Sold America” premieres at Chi Film Fest
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“The City That Sold America” premieres at Chi Film Fest

By Daniel Patton Oct 9, 2018
Years in the making, the "snappy, engaging, and punchy" story told “through the voices of fifty people” unfolds with singular clarity Part of the glory about ...
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Alexan accepts Biz Development role at Periscope
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Alexan accepts Biz Development role at Periscope

By Daniel Patton Oct 3, 2018
New position allows ten-year vet to partner with key players in the Chicago film community Kamelya Alexan accepted the Business Development role at Periscope Post &...
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Daily Planet premieres Streetwise film during gala event
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Daily Planet premieres Streetwise film during gala event

By Daniel Patton Oct 1, 2018
"Like You" is a mini-doc that celebrates a community built on hard work, dedication, and hope In a three-day span last week, Chicago production and post company D...
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