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Peabody honors ‘Minding the Gap’ and Kartemquin

By Daniel Patton Apr 17, 2019

The feature doc and the Chicago-based production house earn huge accolades from the prestigious organization Bing Liu’s feature documentary Minding the Gap and Chi...

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You’re Fired! WGA implements agency Code of Conduct

By Colin Costello Apr 15, 2019

After talks broke down between the Writers Guild of America and The Association of Talent Agencies members began firing their agents Things just got real. After ta...

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Harold Ramis Film School Info Session & Tour

By Daniel Patton Apr 15, 2019

The world's first film school dedicated to comedy will accept Fall session applications unitl May 15 The Harold Ramis Film School at Second City will host an Info Se...

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‘Jawline’ to open CineYouth Festival

From Cinema/Chicago Apr 15, 2019

Director Liza Mandelup’s teen-focused doc that wowed at Sundance screens April 26 at the Music Box CineYouth Festival, presented by Cinema/Chicago, today announced...

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AWM Foundation offers $20K in scholarships

From AWM Apr 15, 2019

The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation helps female filmmakers meet their “full potential” The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation believes that supportin...

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Director Sheldon Candis signs with Quriosity

From Quriosity Productions Apr 14, 2019

Baltimore native and USC grad brings inclusive and breathtaking style to Chicago- and LA-based production company Sheldon Candis — a writer and director known for h...

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Local 476 pickets non-union production

By Daniel Patton Apr 12, 2019

The Chicago Studio Mechanics Union works for interests that range far beyond the film industry Members of Chicago Local 476 picketed a non-union production ...

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And the title of ‘Star Wars Episode IX’ is…

By Colin Costello Apr 12, 2019

The Rise of Skywalker. Hyperdrive on that for a minute, Jedis. After almost 40 years, director JJ Abrams and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy have announced the title ...

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This Bud’s for Dwayne Wade

By Colin Costello Apr 12, 2019

The Chicago native and former Bull gets a Hall of Fame style sendoff from Budweiser, VaynerMedia and Cutters NY Okay, Dwayne Wade and his Miami Heat soundly beat my...

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Reel Women: Janeen Paulauskis, Executive Director

By Janeen Paulauskis Apr 11, 2019

The founding member of the Fort Meyers Beach International Film Festival is also a White Sox fan Janeen Paulauskis is a former Chicago girl (go Sox!) born and raised ...

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Millennium Park Summer Film Series 2019

By Daniel Patton Apr 11, 2019

From “Black Panther” to “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” Chicago’s outdoor movie schedule offers something for everyone The 2019 Millennium Park outdoor movie...

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NY-based Nice Shoes expands into Chicago

From Nice Shoes Apr 10, 2019

"Since making our way to Chicago in 2014, we have really enjoyed being a part of the creative community." —Tara Holmes NYC-based creative studio Nice Shoes has...

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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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Behind the scenes with Justin Baron and Eliminator

By Daniel Patton Apr 10, 2019

ZZ Top tribute band works with filmmaker Justin Baron to put their act on national stage In March, Redworks director Justin Baron bundled an introduction, a...

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One Tree Forest unveils rentable production space

From One Tree Forest Apr 10, 2019

Partners Chad and Abby Cooper open 2,000 sf West Town production rental space One Tree Forest opened a multi-functional new studio space at 2219 W. Grand Ave in the...

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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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‘The Chi’: bringing life on the streets closer to home

From Panavision Apr 8, 2019

Cinematographer Abraham Martinez gets it done with help from Panavision’s Light Iron One of the strengths of the acclaimed series The Chi, created by Lena Waithe, is ...

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Ton-Essa La’Rocque: model, creator, entrepreneur

By Ton-Essa La'Rocque Apr 8, 2019

The multi-faceted Loudbyte co-founder describes her inspiring journey from Ford model to content-rocking entrepreneur After graduating from UMBC, TonEssa pursued ...

Actor Rolando Boyce returns home for ‘The Chi’

By Daniel Patton Apr 8, 2019

South Side native who plays Darnell describes the opportunity as an “important” and “beautiful” homecoming. Veteran actor Rolando Boyce has joined the cast of Showti...

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Chicago House Music Conference & Festival

From DCASE Apr 8, 2019

Three days of free panels and concerts under the stars in the greatest city on earth The Chicago House Music Conference will offer free industry workshops and panel talk...

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Local 476 dedicates Union Hall to longtime leader Mark A. Hogan

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