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NEW WORK

Method & Madness Jessica Batson directs new campaign from Doe-Anderson

By Reel Chicago Aug 28, 2024

Sullivan University, a trailblazer in career-focused education, presents The School of Doing, an innovative campaign developed in partnership with Doe-Anderson and directed by ...

REEL MOVES

Dave Wannstedt to join NBC 5 Chicago Sports Sunday

By Reel Chicago Aug 28, 2024

NBC 5 Chicago (WMAQ-TV) has announced former Chicago Bears head coach/renowned NFL analyst Dave Wannstedt will be joining the station’s signature sports program,&nb...

Events

IFA to screen We Grown Now at Siskel Film Center

By Reel Chicago Aug 28, 2024

Join the Independent Film Alliance (IFA) Chicago in a special edition of In Focus With..., featuring IFA Member and Breakthrough Voice Award winner Minhal Baig and a scree...

FESTIVALS

Mosaic World Film Festival returns to Rockford

By Reel Chicago Aug 28, 2024

The 2024 Mosaic World Film Festival (MWFF) has scheduled its lineup of 70+ films for its 17th annual event to be held at the Rockford Public Library (RPL) Nordlof Center in Roc...

REEL BUSINESS

What does Omnicom consolidation mean for DDB and Energy BBDO?

By Reel Chicago Aug 28, 2024

Yesterday, Omnicom Group Inc. unveiled its latest initiative, the Omnicom Advertising Group (OAG), which is set to redefine the creative industry landscape by aligning powerhou...

Reel Ad of the Week

Highdive gives us Nightmares with new Start Farm spot

By Reel Chicago Aug 26, 2024

Get ready for a spellbinding new ad from State Farm's Right Kind of Magic campaign, brought to life by Highdive. In this latest spot, titled “Nightmare,” a couple ...

CHICAGO MADE

Somebody Somewhere to end with Season 3; watch new trailer

By Reel Chicago Aug 26, 2024

The Peabody Award-winning and critically acclaimed HBO Original comedy series Somebody Somewhere will premiere its third and final season on Sunday, October 27, from 10:30 to 1...

Advertiser Spotlight

Using AI feedback to write a better screenplay, Greenlight CEO discusses how

By Colin Costello Aug 23, 2024

Real. Talk. Getting someone to read your screenplay is no day at the beach. Getting real feedback that earns your screenplay a greenlight? It's probably easier to ask someone t...

REEL POLITICS

VP Kamala Harris makes history as she accepts Democratic nomination for President

By Reel Chicago Aug 23, 2024

The torch was officially passed last night - from a heroic elder statesman to a woman of color. In an electrifying and emotional address at the Democratic National Convention i...

AWARDS

Geletka+ soars high on Inc. 5000 list

By Reel Chicago Aug 22, 2024

In just 5 years John Geletka and his team at Geletka+ have soared to a top ranking on the esteemed Inc. 5000. In an announcement by Inc., Geletka+, Chicago’s fast-growing cre...

REEL POLITICS

DNC Night 3: Oprah Winfrey delivers stirring call to “Choose Truth”

By Reel Chicago Aug 22, 2024

Former Chicagoan, Oprah Winfrey, made a surprise appearance at the Democratic National Convention last night, delivering a powerful speech that captivated the audience. Known f...

REEL POLITICS

DNC Night 3: Coach Walz urges Democrats to “leave it on the field” this November

By Reel Chicago Aug 22, 2024

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, widely known as "Coach Walz," formally accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for Vice President at the Democratic National Convention last n...

MUSIC

Hyde Park Jazz Festival announces the lineup

By Reel Chicago Aug 22, 2024

The Hyde Park Jazz Festival announces the 2024 HPJF lineup. The 18th Annual Festival will once again be held in architecturally unique venues across the Hyde Park, Kenwood, a...

MUSIC

ARC Music Festival Announces Lineup for 2024 Edition

By Reel Chicago Aug 22, 2024

ARC Music Festival, Chicago's flagship house and techno festival, has revealed the lineup for its 2024 edition taking place from August 30th to September 1st. Returning to the ...

CHICAGO MADE

IFA & SAG-AFTRA host At The Table featuring ‘Belladonna’

By Barbara Roche Aug 22, 2024

IFA Chicago and SAG-AFTRA Chicago hosted an At The Table event, featuring a screenplay by IFA Member Beah Travis, titled Belladonna. Produced in partnership by IFA Chicago a...

REEL BUSINESS

NBCUniversal grants $227,272 to eight local nonprofits

By Reel Chicago Aug 21, 2024

NBC 5 Chicago, Telemundo Chicago and Comcast NBCUniversal announced $227,272 has been awarded to eight local nonprofit organizations through the 2...

REEL POLITICS

“From the Windows to the Walz!” Night 2 of DNC reaches 81 million

By Reel Chicago Aug 21, 2024

For the second night in a row, the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) pulled in a mammoth TV and online audience as Americans across the country tuned in to see the exci...

REEL POLITICS

DNC Night 3: Tim Walz accepts VP nomination

By Reel Chicago Aug 21, 2024

Night 3 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) promises to be a star-studded evening filled with powerful speeches, unforgettable performances, and a celebration of Americ...

REEL POLITICS

Pink and John Legend set to perform at DNC

By Reel Chicago Aug 21, 2024

Grammy-winning superstars and activists, Pink and John Legend, have been tapped to deliver high-profile performances at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) tonight and to...

REEL POLITICS

Obamas rally Democrats on second night of DNC

By Reel Chicago Aug 21, 2024

The Obamas came and dropped the mic... twice last night. Former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama took center stage at the Democratic National Convention (DN...

TOP STORIES

Roger Darnell and The Darnell Works Agency celebrate 25 years of excellence

Where Are They Now? The Cast of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

Jesse Lee Soffer discusses the likelihood of his return Chicago P.D.

Method & Madness Jessica Batson directs new campaign from Doe-Anderson

Dave Wannstedt to join NBC 5 Chicago Sports Sunday

IFA to screen We Grown Now at Siskel Film Center

Mosaic World Film Festival returns to Rockford

What does Omnicom consolidation mean for DDB and Energy BBDO?

Highdive gives us Nightmares with new Start Farm spot

Somebody Somewhere to end with Season 3; watch new trailer

Using AI feedback to write a better screenplay, Greenlight CEO discusses how

VP Kamala Harris makes history as she accepts Democratic nomination for President

Geletka+ soars high on Inc. 5000 list

DNC Night 3: Oprah Winfrey delivers stirring call to “Choose Truth”

DNC Night 3: Coach Walz urges Democrats to “leave it on the field” this November

Hyde Park Jazz Festival announces the lineup

ARC Music Festival Announces Lineup for 2024 Edition

IFA & SAG-AFTRA host At The Table featuring ‘Belladonna’

NBCUniversal grants $227,272 to eight local nonprofits

“From the Windows to the Walz!” Night 2 of DNC reaches 81 million

DNC Night 3: Tim Walz accepts VP nomination

Pink and John Legend set to perform at DNC

Obamas rally Democrats on second night of DNC

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