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‘I Miss Jamie When She’s Gone’ at Logan Theater

By Reel Chicago Apr 19, 2019

Award-winning Chicago filmmaker Ashley Thompson's millennial, coming-of-age story premieres April 25 The world premiere of Ashley Thompson's short film I Miss Jami...

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Leo B and Capri Sun help kids celebrate independence

By Reel Chicago Apr 17, 2019

The agency and the brand launch an effort to help kids explore their independence Leo Burnett and CapriSun are increasing the anti-bullying initiative that they in...

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Female filmmakers wow crowd at Chicago Latino Fest

By Reel Chicago Apr 17, 2019

Women-directed films win audience choice best feature and best documentary for the second year in a row Icíar Bollaín’s Yuli and Gretchen Hilebrand’s...

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Burnett has layoffs ahead of Epsilon purchase

By Reel Chicago Apr 17, 2019

According to an AgencySpy report Leo Burnett had a round of layoffs a week ahead of Publicis Groupe buying Epsilon Now for the sobering flip-side of a huge acquisitio...

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Kool-Aid Man Krashes epic video premiere

By Reel Chicago Apr 10, 2019

mcgarrybowen helps legendary spokes-pitcher break through a giant wall of ice and snow in new video As the world prepares for the epic final showdown of fire and ice, ...

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FCB Chicago promotes Lisa Bright to EVP, ECD

By Reel Chicago Apr 10, 2019

New executive creative director has been recognized as one of the most creative women in advertising Congratulations are in order for FCB Chicago's Lisa Bright. Th...

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MillerCoors & Energy BBDO sparkle with new drink

By Reel Chicago Apr 3, 2019

The new line of 120-calorie sparkling cocktails from MillerCoors, began hitting shelves this week This week MillerCoors introduces a new sparkling cocktail beverage to...

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OKRP lands Illinois Tourism account

By Reel Chicago Mar 28, 2019

The growing, independent Chicago agency plans to "expand the Illinois brand around the world" One of the fastest growing agencies in Chicago just grew a little more. ...

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‘La Isla Rota’ brings celebs to Latin Film Fest

By Reel Chicago Mar 25, 2019

"Captain Marvel's" Algenis Pérez to appear with his film about youth, revenge, love, and a tragic era of Haitian history Algenis Pérez, who plays the character Att...

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Havas names ‘powerhouse’ John Norman new CCO

By Reel Chicago Mar 22, 2019

Seasoned ad pro has created renowned work for major brands including Walmart, Nike, Coca-Cola and Gatorade. A celebrated industry veteran who has worked with tre...

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WGA puts talent agencies on blast in new report

By Reel Chicago Mar 19, 2019

"Agents unwilling to represent writers will have to find another line of work" - WGA A scathing new report issued Monday morning from The Writers Guild of America has...

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Rickie Fowler returns in new Grant Thornton campaign

By Reel Chicago Mar 18, 2019

Pro golfer Rickie Fowler wants to make a statement. With a straw hat possibly? Independent audit, tax and advisory firm, Grant Thornton this weekend kicked off its latest adv...

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Julia Hammond leads Heat agency into Chicago

By Reel Chicago Mar 15, 2019

Former VMLY&R Executive Director to drive growth and talent acquisition for office anchored by key client Aspen Dental Heat, the advertising agency powered by Deloitte ...

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9th Chicago Comedy Film Festival, April 5-7

By Reel Chicago Mar 15, 2019

With nearly three-dozen films for about $12 apiece, the program offers top-notch viewing for comedy lovers The Chicago Comedy Film Festival has released an all-st...

1.34m viewers watch Emmy Rossum depart ‘Shameless’

By Reel Chicago Mar 13, 2019

Well, there was nothing to be ashamed of when it came to Fiona Gallagher leaving her family on the South Side. In fact, it was rather emotional as Emmy Rossum officially lef...

Pigeon Roost flocks to Chicago

By Reel Chicago Mar 13, 2019

Welcome to the Windy City, Pigeon Roost. The company, repped by Laurel Dobose at Gypsy, launched in Los Angeles and Memphis in 2016, and has since expanded to Chicago and Athens...

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Orbitz launches new campaign… Just like that

By Reel Chicago Mar 13, 2019

This is pretty fun. Orbitz and Havas, Chicago have launched a new 2019 campaign which continues the brand's theme, 'Just Like That.' With a twist. The campaign is called, "J...

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Doc10 screens the year’s best at the Davis Theater

By Reel Chicago Mar 5, 2019

Fourth annual fest of the best opens with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez doc, “Knock Down The House” The 4th annual Doc10 Film Festival’s 2019 lineup is an entertain...

NBC renews Dick Wolf’s ‘Chicago’ franchise

By Reel Chicago Feb 27, 2019

Nearly 35 million regular viewers watch the Windy City trifecta every Wednesday night Chicago production community rejoice, you will have even more crime, fire and sick...

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Jussie Smollett charged with filing false police report

By Reel Chicago Feb 21, 2019

After his surrender and arrest this morning, the actor's bail was set at $100K during an afternoon bond hearing Empire star Jussie Smollett has been charged with filin...