In a shocking move certain to raise eyebrows and maybe even a few existential questions, Reel Chicago is bringing back its beloved founder and longtime publisher Ruth Ratny — as
Get ready to rewrite the record books—softball’s big league moment is finally here. Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) just debuted its boldest, most dynamic campaign yet with “This is Legendary,”
41st Chicago Latino Film Festival, taking place April 3 – 14, unveils its full program of 51 features and 30 shorts from Latin America, the Caribbean, Spain, Portugal and the
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
The austerity of celebrity ‘stan’ culture has become more stringent and divisive than ever before. If you dare wade into the choppy waters of the Rihanna-aligned “Navy,” the swarm of
Lookingglass Theatre Company, the Tony Award-winning ensemble currently presenting the Jeff Recommended Circus Quixote through March 30, has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming world premiere of
The Chicago Fire Extras Casting Director has posted several casting calls for specific extras in an upcoming episode of Chicago Fire. Chicago Fire, now in its thirteenth season is the
Editors Note: Reel Chicago’s The Reel Black List isn’t just about February—it’s about honoring the Black creatives, leaders, and visionaries who shape Chicago’s film, TV, advertising, music, and media industries
I was fortunate to be invited to watch the Super Bowl this year with Craig Duncan and Yvette Corbarrubias aka The Duncans. They corralled a mighty group with a
Flying saucers, mustaches, and eyebrows. Oh my! Super Bowl LIX didn’t hold back on thecelebrities, the spectacle, and borrowed interest. I was mostly underwhelmed by many of the spots –
Chicago’s Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre Company held a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday, Jan. 27 at the Water Tower Water Works, 163 E Pearson St. at Michigan Ave. with Governor JB Pritzker and
Jeremy Allen White, acclaimed for his role in FX’s The Bear, is set to star in and executive produce a Netflix limited series adaptation of André Aciman‘s 2017 novel, Enigma
Creative Cypher and the XL Film Festival credits the powerful impact of the film, Kemba for finally winning freedom for Kemba Smith’s former cellmate, Michelle West. President Joe Biden announced
Highdive has announced the promotion of industry veteran Jen Passaniti to President of 1986 Studios, the agency’s in-house production arm. The move follows an impressive year of 117% growth for
Back by popular demand, it’s the 2nd Annual Film Workers’ Holiday Market Pop-up! Come shop and support Chicago’s talented film workers! The market will take place on Saturday, November 16th
The Business Manager position for IATSE Local 476 has drawn interest from several qualified candidates in this election year, each bringing unique backgrounds and goals focused on supporting the union’s
There will be a Chicago screening of Kemba on Wednesday, October 30, a film inspired by true events, that serves as both a cautionary tale and a call to action,
The Gene Siskel Film Center at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago has announced the full schedule for the 30th Annual Black Harvest Film Festival, celebrating 30 years
Sisters in Cinema, established in 1997 as an online platform dedicated to African American women media creators, has joined forces with six Black women industry experts to offer mentorship to
Ever since Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) and Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo) first locked eyes on Chicago Fire, their relationship has captivated fans. Over the years, they’ve navigated numerous obstacles,
