Jeep brand’s iconic 2020 Super Bowl spot “Groundhog Day,” featuring Bill Murray reprising his role as Phil Connors, has been voted the Best American Ad of the 21st Century by
The cast of the beloved 1993 Chicago made comedy, Groundhog Day is slated to come together in Chicago on February 2, Groundhog Day, to honor the late Harold Ramis in
In case you weren’t already feeling old, February 2 is the 30th anniversary of the release of Groundhog Day, the story of our favorite narcissistic, self-centered weatherman, who finds himself
Every February 2 on Groundhog Day, North Americans wait with bated breath to discover if there will be six more weeks of winter or if there will be an early
Chicago-based Highdive Advertising reinvigorated an existential pop sensation through Groundhog Day, a commercial that became a classic before it even premiered during yesterday’s Super Bowl. In a fast-forward recreation of
With more than 4,200 submissions, the 12th annual NBCUniversal Short Film Festival announced the winners from a group of nine finalists during the grand finale gala at the Director’s Guild
As Saturday Night Live (SNL) enters its landmark 50th season on September 28, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the incredible talent the show has brought to the comedy
Valentine’s day is just around the corner and with the global pandemic, many couples are choosing to stream movies at home “and chill”. There are many romantic movies filmed in
One of the most exciting stops on the AICP tour happens every year in Chicago. It’s one of the few opportunities for those in production, advertising and film to gather
Barbara Roche officially became publisher of ReelChicago on April 1. Wielding decades of production and pre-production experience, Roche is the former cofounder and partner in Holzer Roche Casting, which
Major industry player and Second City alum Harold Ramis built a career as a leading writer, then writer-director of comedies like “Animal House,” “Caddyshack,” “Ghostbusters” and “Groundhog Day.”
A leading improviser and comic actor, David Pasquesi has appeared in films including “The Fugitive” and “Father of the Bride,” and Harold Ramis’ “Groundhog Day” and “Stuart Saves His Family.”
While all episodes of The Bear have been released on FX and Hulu, this reviewer has only completed the first five episodes. But we have enough to review! Here’s the
The General Insurance just launched a blockbuster campaign—produced by local powerhouse Energy BBDO—featuring cultural heavyweights Shaquille O’Neal, T‑Pain, and even Bumblebee from Transformers. Debuting on May 29 across TV, digital,
Jeep brand is kicking off summer blockbuster season in high gear, launching a new co-branded campaign with Paramount Pictures to promote Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, starring Tom Cruise
Editor’s Note: Supporting women should not be limited to a month. So, at Reel Chicago, we have decided to amplify and promote dynamic women’s voices all year long. Today, let us
Guillermo Diaz, Sofia Black-D’Elia, and Chris Elliott are bringing their talents to Hulu’s upcoming crime dramedy Deli Boys as guest stars, TheWrap revealed. Filmed in Chicago from January to April
Harbor has announced the appointment of award-winning VFX Creative Director Andrew “Pelli” Pellicer to its artist roster. Tony Robins, Managing Director, Advertising North America made the announcement. Pellicer’s addition further
James Babiarz has joined 11 Dollar Bill as Executive Producer at its home studio in Chicago. A 12-year industry veteran with deep ties to the Chicago advertising community, Babiarz will
That was one helluva game last night. 74 minutes and 57 seconds of playing time and 4 hours and change for snacking and drinking. As the dust settles from Super
