The city that launched the most influential duo in American film criticism is marking a major milestone this fall. The Chicago Film Office and the Department of Cultural Affairs and
President Trump used social media to repeat his threat to impose a 100% tariff on films produced outside the United States and imported into the U.S. market. The proposal, still
CineCity Studios has been nominated for the 2025 Chicago Innovation Award. Public voting is now open giving the Chicago creative community a chance to show their support. Cast your vote
Chicago’s independent film scene has a new production underway. Chrome Dancer, the directorial debut of co-writer/director Miles Erickson, began principal photography on September 11, with filming taking place throughout the
Are you breaking the law if you film an ICE law officer in action? According to the DHS, you are. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) framed public recording
The feature film Moses the Black, originally slated to film in Chicago, has shifted its filming location to the Champaign / Urbana area with a startup September 8–30, 2025. Following
Chicago rolled out the blue-and-yellow carpet for one of its brightest stars. The Chicago Sky honored hometown legend and WNBA icon Candace Parker with a citywide, three-day celebration that culminated
Some attractions thrill. Some inspire. The Skydeck Chicago, situated 1,353 feet above the city in the Willis Tower, aims to do both with its new campaign, Make Your Own Story. Developed
Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival has revealed a peek at this year’s program with the announcement of the Opening Night and Centerpiece Films for the 43rd annual film festival,
The city of Chicago takes center court in a powerful new campaign from BarkleyOKRP marking the Chicago Sky’s 20th season in the WNBA. The campaign, which kicked off earlier this
Highdive is heading east. The Chicago-based independent creative agency is expanding into the heart of the U.S. ad world with a new New York office, helmed by executive creative directors
Chicago P.D. is welcoming a major new addition for its upcoming 13th season. Actress Arienne Mandi, known for her roles in The Night Agent and The L Word: Generation Q,
Production resumes this coming week on NBC’s One Chicago franchise, as Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med prepare to start filming the new season. Based at Cinespace Studios, Chicago’s
Wisconsin wants back in the game. More than a decade after ending its film tax incentives, the state has passed a new incentive program aimed at bringing productions north and
Telemundo Chicago (WSNS-TV) has announced five-time Emmy Award-winning journalist Maria Berrelleza will join the station’s Noticiero Telemundo Chicago team as an on-air reporter, beginning Monday, June 30. The announcement was made by Sally
Chicago film and television production is buzzing with energy this summer, as soundstages across the city fill up with everything from studio blockbusters to indie gems. Cinespace Studios, The Fields
Filmscape Chicago, the Midwest’s leading film and television production expo, is back for its 2025 edition, promising two days of innovation, education, and networking for the film and media production
The Chicago Advertising Federation (CAF) is sponsoring the Chicago premiere of the groundbreaking documusical Happy Songs About Unhappy Things, at the Davis Theatre on Thursday, May 22, followed by a
Chicago-based Field Notes, makers of memo books, notebooks and other writing gear, will host the Field Notes Film Festival on Monday, June 23. The festival will feature a selection of
Filmmakers are drawn to Chicago for its dynamic blend of urban grit and architectural beauty, offering a visually striking backdrop that can stand in for a variety of settings. The
