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Burnett’s P&G “#LikeAGirl” video rocks record views

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 15, 2014

Leo Burnett’s "#LikeAGirl" video for P&G’s Always brand has struck a nerve. Actually, it’s struck 36 million nerves. That’s how many people have seen it s...

TheHistorymakers archives now in Library of Congress

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 14, 2014

The Library of Congress is now the repository of Chicago-based TheHistoryMakers, founder/executive director Julieanna Richardson’s invaluable video archive of thousands of hou...

17th Chicago talent agency franchised by SAG AFTRA

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 14, 2014

Johnson McKay Talent, opened last year by attorney Peggy Johnson and actor Antoine McKay, has become the Chicago area’s 17th SAG AFTRA franchised talent agency, to help serve ...

Michael Group’s BBQ TV series bows on Travel Channel

By Mike Morgan Jul 13, 2014

“Underground Barbecue Challenge,” a cable series cooked up by Michael Weber and produced by The Michael Group, will debut on the Travel Channel Tuesday, July 15 at 8 p.m...

For Joseph Farina, film success is a matter of time

by Sarah Louise Klose Jul 13, 2014

He’s played a policeman, DA and nuisance brother. Now Joseph Farina, 42, plays an undercover detective strapped to a ticking bomb in the psychological thriller, "Strapped," ...

Adman Platcow’s PM Prime steakhouse opens Friday

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 9, 2014

ADD “RESTAURATEUR” to the lengthy resume of Steve Platcow, CEO of RPM Advertising. Earlier this year, Platcow and distinguished chef Dominic Zumpano bought Gabriel’...

‘Exciting creative work’ lures ECD Dan Fietsam to FCB

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 9, 2014

FCB scored big with the appointment of award-winning Dan Fietsam as EVP/executive creative director, after nearly six years as Energy BBDO’s creative director. He joins the...

First African American TV-Video Summit here July 21

By Mike Morgan Jul 9, 2014

The first conference devoted to trends and opportunities to reach African American audiences takes place Monday, July 21, with presentations and panels of individuals and comp...

1,100 local actors gain from new SAG AFTRA contract

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 7, 2014

The new three-year master contract between SAG AFTRA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) covering movie and primetime TV work “is very benefici...

Cineverse’s Zoe Borys honored as ASC Associate Member

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 6, 2014

For her entire career in the camera business, Zoe Borys of Cineverse (formerly Fletcher Camera) has been servicing and supporting the camera equipment needs of an ever-widenin...

Sandro’s docu videos upend typical celeb watch ads

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 5, 2014

World-renowned director/photographer Sandro brought his portrait artistry to a two-video docu-style campaign, “Inspired by Authenticity,” for agency Sacramento, Cal.-based ...

A place for “Dinner Party” set at Taste of Chicago

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 5, 2014

A SPECIAL CELEBRITY FLAVOR has been added to Taste of Chicago festivities Thursday, July 10. By special invitation from the city, Elysabeth Alfano’s “The Dinner Party” wi...

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Paramount and two indies receive $1.7 mm MFO rebates

by Ruth L Ratny Jul 5, 2014

A Hollywood blockbuster and two modestly budgeted indie features spending an expected total of $56,641,718 filming throughout Michigan, have been approved by the Michigan Film...

Magnanimous’ new Studio One stage ideal for indies

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 5, 2014

When Magnanimous Media HD video camera rentals moved from a small Bridgeport storefront to a large East Pilsen space last September, the company downsized its former 1,000-sq....

No replacement planned for DGA exec director’s post

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 1, 2014

DON’T EXPECT THE DGA to fill the executive director’s position in the Chicago office anytime soon – if at all. The LA-based DGA has told ReelChicago that “no hir...

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Detroit to welcome the AICP Show after 12 year absence

By Ruth L Ratny Jul 1, 2014

Detroit is the first stop for the 23rd annual AICP Show on its 10-city awards tour, following its June 12 premiere at New York’s Museum of Modern Art. This marks the AICP Sh...

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Burnett’s P&G “#LikeAGirl” video rocks record views

TheHistorymakers archives now in Library of Congress

17th Chicago talent agency franchised by SAG AFTRA

Michael Group’s BBQ TV series bows on Travel Channel

For Joseph Farina, film success is a matter of time

Adman Platcow’s PM Prime steakhouse opens Friday

‘Exciting creative work’ lures ECD Dan Fietsam to FCB

First African American TV-Video Summit here July 21

1,100 local actors gain from new SAG AFTRA contract

Cineverse’s Zoe Borys honored as ASC Associate Member

Sandro’s docu videos upend typical celeb watch ads

A place for “Dinner Party” set at Taste of Chicago

Paramount and two indies receive $1.7 mm MFO rebates

Magnanimous’ new Studio One stage ideal for indies

No replacement planned for DGA exec director’s post

Detroit to welcome the AICP Show after 12 year absence

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