CHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Dan Baker on WBGR-FM (Monroe, Wisconsin) on March 21st, 2024, reviewing the new streaming series “Manhunt” – based on the bestseller by James L. Swanson – currently streaming on Apple TV+.
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HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 50 Chicago Passes to ‘Jackass 3D’ With Johnny Knoxville
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 12, 2010 - 12:34amCHICAGO – In our latest documentary/action/comedy edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 50 admit-two passes up for grabs to the advance Chicago screening of the new 3D film “Jackass 3D” starring Johnny Knoxville!
DVD Review: Excellent Box Set For ‘Monk: The Complete Series’
Submitted by BrianTT on October 11, 2010 - 10:54pmCHICAGO – Winner of several Emmy Awards, including three for star Tony Shalhoub for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series, “Monk” was easily one of the most successful and influential programs of the ’00s. It may seem like too light and inconsequential a show to be deemed so important but the show about the OCD detective has completely changed the landscape of basic cable television, proving that networks like USA could play with the big boys.
Blu-Ray Review: Ken Burns Returns to National Pastime With ‘Baseball: The Tenth Inning’
Submitted by BrianTT on October 11, 2010 - 7:50pmCHICAGO – Steroids, interleague play, expanded playoffs, the Red Sox finally winning, McGwire vs. Sosa, Bonds vs. the world, the strike, the influx of Hispanic players, The Yankees, The Braves, and, of course, the continued futility of the Cubs — the last two decades of baseball have been two of the most notable in the history of this timeless sport. It only makes sense that the great documentarian Ken Burns would update his 18.5-hour opus about the sport with “Baseball: The Tenth Inning,” now available on Blu-ray and DVD.
Blu-Ray Review: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Dazzles in HD Release
Submitted by BrianTT on October 11, 2010 - 3:07pmCHICAGO – If you still know anyone who doubts the quality difference between Blu-ray and standard DVD, show them the stunning transfer of Disney’s Best Picture-nominated “Beauty and the Beast,” one of the rare animated films that actually plays even better two decades after its release than it did when it began its cultural domination. With one of the best animated HD transfers yet produced, this is a must-own.
Exclusive: Red-Carpet ‘Drunkboat’ Portraits at 2010 Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 11, 2010 - 11:08amCHICAGO – One of the genuine thrills of the Chicago International Film Festival is the local premiere. The film ‘Drunkboat’ was shot in Chicago, directed by Bob Meyer, and featuring John Malkovich, John Goodman, Dana Delany, Jim Ortlieb and Jacob Zachar. The Red Carpet Premiere was last Friday, October 8th.
Interviews: Juliette Lewis, Director Tony Goldwyn Create ‘Conviction’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 11, 2010 - 8:06amCHICAGO – “Conviction” tells the true story of siblings Betty Anne (Hilary Swank) and Kenny (Sam Rockwell) Walters, and the quest of Betty Anne to free her brother from a prison sentence for murder. Oscar nominee Juliette Lewis lends her talent as key prosecution witness Roseanna Perry, and the film is directed by Tony Goldwyn.
Exclusive: Red-Carpet Portrait of Oscar Winner Forest Whitaker at Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 10, 2010 - 12:16amCHICAGO – Oscar winner Forest Whitaker greeted the HollywoodChicago.com lens on the red carpet on Oct. 9, 2010 for the 2010 Chicago International Film Festival.
Film Review: ‘Life as We Know It’ is More Schlock From Katherine Heigl
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 8, 2010 - 9:43amCHICAGO – Since her breakthrough “comic” role in “Knocked Up,” Katherine Heigl has a line-up of titles that almost reads like parody – “27 Dresses,” “The Ugly Truth,” “Killers” – but there had to be some audience or they really wouldn’t exist. She makes just enough box office to keep working, which explains the latest and maybe worst of the bunch, “Life As We Know It”
Film Review: ‘It’s Kind of a Funny Story’ Coasts on the Charm of its Cast
Submitted by mattmovieman on October 8, 2010 - 7:43amCHICAGO – Though “It’s Kind of a Funny Story” is the third feature film from Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, it’s the duo’s first picture that feels like it was made by first-time filmmakers. While their previous two features, “Half Nelson” and “Sugar,’ were entrenched in documentary realism and exuded the assurance and nuance of master filmmakers, this latest effort feels oddly programmed for mainstream consumption.
Exclusive: Red-Carpet Portrait of ‘Stone’ Star Edward Norton at Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 8, 2010 - 3:52amCHICAGO – Edward Norton was the hottest ticket in town (along with President Barack Obama’s visit to Chicago) on Thursday night for the opening-day screening of his new film “Stone” at the 2010 Chicago International Film Festival.