Freestyle Digital Media, the digital distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, has secured the North American VOD rights to Single Car Crashes, a drama set in...
Creative Cypher and the XL Film Festival credits the powerful impact of the film, Kemba for finally winning freedom for Kemba Smith’s former cellmate, Michelle West.
Pres...
Bangalore-born Kannada actor Shreyas Manju, known for his roles in Padde Huli and Raana, is currently in the United States to enhance his acting skills. The son of renowned Kan...
This week, IATSE International President Matthew D. Loeb traveled to Washington D.C. to meet with federal legislators at the start of the 119th Congress to advocate for the leg...
Armin Korsos, the visionary founder of Caymanite and co-founder of Filmmaker Fridays Chicago, recently sat down with Jaime Black on Dynasty Podcasts for an engaging hour-long i...
Retired actress Dalyce Curry, known for her roles in The Blues Brothers, The Ten Commandments, and Lady Sings the Blues, has tragically passed away at 95 due to the devastating...
Milwaukee Film Inc., the nonprofit organization which produces the nationally recognized Milwaukee Film Festival and operates the historic Oriental and Downer Theatres, announc...
The third season of Netflix's Monster anthology series, co-created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, will begin filming in Chicago on February 10.
This third season, titled Th...
This Winter, Emagine Entertainment will be hosting their annual Winter Kids Film Series at all of their locations. This series features a different family-friendly themed film ...
Fast-growing global kebab chain, German Doner Kebab, is making waves with its first-ever U.S. marketing campaign, “Open Your Mouth Mind.” Known for revolutionizing the clas...
Hardpin, a leading creative agency renowned for its innovative storytelling, announces the promotion of Rashid Lamarre to the role of Head of Creative Development.
Known fo...
On January 20th, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States of America. As we reflect on how we got here, again, there will be a virtual scree...
The heart of Chicago’s creative community grew quieter in 2024, as we said goodbye to several cherished members whose work left an enduring impression on the city’s film an...
From It’s a Wonderful Life to Elf, classic Christmas movies have cemented their place in holiday traditions, with every decade offering its own take on the season. But one fi...
The iconic red-brick house from the Chicago-made 1990 holiday classic Home Alone is etched into the memories of fans worldwide. But what many might not know is that Macaulay Cu...
Picture North announces the signing of celebrated international director Henrik Rostrup. Known for his compelling visual storytelling and high-profile campaigns with internatio...
The Chicago Acting in Film Meetup (CAFM) is gearing up for its 16th Annual Holiday Hurrah, a festive fundraiser and networking night scheduled for December 15, 2024.
Taking...
Michael X. Flores, a celebrated film editor and Professor at DePaul University, has been officially inducted into the prestigious American Cinema Editors (ACE). This honor reco...
The Chicago-made groundbreaking half hour pilot, The Come Up, is gaining international recognition for its raw and authentic portrayal of Chicago youth navigating life through ...
The Midwest Film Festival (MFF) has officially announced NK Gutiérrez as its new Executive Director, succeeding Erica Duffy effective December 2024.
Gutiérrez, who has se...
