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NEW WORK

Leo Burnett’s new Wingstop campaign says split from your current go-to

By Reel Chicago Sep 1, 2022

The new Wingstop campaign by Leo Burnett encourages audiences to split up from their current go-to and find a new favorite among Wingstop’s 12 flavors, which include Lemon Pe...

REEL BUSINESS

An Airbnb for your furniture? Roomii launches in Chicago

By Reel Chicago Sep 1, 2022

There's a new furniture service in town and they are embarking on a mission to revolutionize furniture management for urbanites on the move. Young professionals move a lot d...

FESTIVALS

Chicago Onscreen showcases local filmmakers in local parks

By Reel Chicago Sep 1, 2022

Chicago Onscreen strives to be a filmmakers' film festival. They introduce their audiences not just to some amazing local films, but they also celebrate and showcase the artist...

FESTIVALS

The poster art for 58th Chicago International Film Festival is unveiled

By Reel Chicago Aug 31, 2022

Cinema/Chicago, the presenter of the Chicago International Film Festival, unveiled this year’s Festival poster image, heralding the 58th edition of the longest-running compe...

ONE CHICAGO

New poster designs for Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D. and Chicago Med

By Barbara Roche Aug 31, 2022

One Chicago fans always look forward to seeing the new poster designs for the upcoming season of their three favorite shows. It's a bitter sweet moment to see the official phot...

ONE CHICAGO

Jesse Lee Soffer leaving Chicago P.D. in the Fall

By Reel Chicago Aug 30, 2022

One Chicago fans are shocked to hear that Jesse Lee Soffer, one of the original cast members of Chicago P.D. has announced that he will be officially turning in his badge somet...

CHICAGO MADE

The Devil in the White City sets spring production date in Chicago

By Reel Chicago Aug 29, 2022

Ever since it was announced that Keanu Reeves (The Matrix, John Wick) was cast to star in his first official television series ever, as Daniel Burnham in the lim...

POLITICAL ADS

Mayor Lightfoot criticizes political ad that darkened her skin

By Reel Chicago Aug 27, 2022

A recent 30 second political mud-slinging ad against Democratic Governor JB Pritzker features a clip from Apr 19, 2022 of Mayor Lori Lightfoot addressing the City Club of Chica...

ONE CHICAGO

Will NBC break up One Chicago Wednesdays?

By Reel Chicago Aug 26, 2022

According to reports, NBC is considering the reduction of its primetime footprint across the week. Under the scenario being discussed, the network would end programming at...

Behind The Scenes

Winning Time DPs Todd Banhazl and Mihai Malaimare Jr. go one-on-one

By Reel Chicago Aug 26, 2022

Cinematographers Todd Banhazl and Mihai Malaimare Jr. go one-on-one to recount their experiences shooting the first season of HBO's Winning Time. The HBO original series Wi...

Behind The Scenes

Get a taste of the chocolate cake from The Bear at Loaf Lounge in Avondale

By Reel Chicago Aug 26, 2022

Former Michelin star pastry chef and pastry consultant to The Bear, Sarah Mispagel-Lustbader and her husband Ben Lustbader have opened Loaf Lounge bakery cafe in Avondale, and ...

CHICAGO MADE

TESSA Films & Minnie Productions co-produce McKenzie Chinn’s A Real One

By Reel Chicago Aug 26, 2022

A Real One, the new short film from emerging writer/director McKenzie Chinn, is nearing the end of post-production, with Lisa Masseur as executive producer, and Sarah Minnie li...

Events

FACETS honors the life and career of Chaz Ebert at Screen Gems Benefit

By Reel Chicago Aug 25, 2022

FACETS announces that Screen Gems Benefit 2022 will celebrate the life and career of Chaz Ebert with an esteemed Honorary Committee comprised of Ken Burns, Stephanie Comer,...

CHICAGO MADE

Power Book IV: Force films at Wrigley Mansion

By Barbara Roche Aug 24, 2022

Power Book IV: Force crews were seen filming on location at Wrigley Mansion on Tuesday. The Italian Renaissance-style mansion, also known as Theurrer-Wrigley House is...

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Leo Burnett’s new Wingstop campaign says split from your current go-to

An Airbnb for your furniture? Roomii launches in Chicago

Chicago Onscreen showcases local filmmakers in local parks

The poster art for 58th Chicago International Film Festival is unveiled

New poster designs for Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D. and Chicago Med

Jesse Lee Soffer leaving Chicago P.D. in the Fall

The Devil in the White City sets spring production date in Chicago

Mayor Lightfoot criticizes political ad that darkened her skin

Will NBC break up One Chicago Wednesdays?

Winning Time DPs Todd Banhazl and Mihai Malaimare Jr. go one-on-one

Get a taste of the chocolate cake from The Bear at Loaf Lounge in Avondale

TESSA Films & Minnie Productions co-produce McKenzie Chinn’s A Real One

FACETS honors the life and career of Chaz Ebert at Screen Gems Benefit

Power Book IV: Force films at Wrigley Mansion

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Barbara Roche

Colin Costello

Joia DaVida

Jessica Velle

Megan Penn