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+.
Chicago International Film Festival
Film News: ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ Added to 48th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by mattmovieman on September 30, 2012 - 12:09pmCHICAGO – The 48th Annual Chicago International Film Festival has announced four new additions to this year’s schedule, including David O. Russell’s “Silver Linings Playbook.” The comedic drama has garnered immense praise on the festival circuit and is currently one of the top Oscar contenders. It will screen at 7pm Wednesday, October 24 at the AMC River East 21, 322 E. Illinois St.
Film News: 48th Annual Chicago International Film Festival Schedule Announced
Submitted by BrianTT on September 20, 2012 - 10:39amCHICAGO – The full schedule has been announced for the 48th Annual Chicago Film Festival, which runs from October 11 to October 25, 2012 and opens with a red carpet appearance by Al Pacino, Christopher Walken, & Alan Arkin and ends with one by Robert Zemeckis.
Film News: First Titles Released for 48th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by mattmovieman on August 23, 2012 - 12:34pmCHICAGO – The 48th Chicago International Film Festival has released the first 22 titles in its lineup to be screened from Thursday, October 11th, through Thursday, October 25th. Over 150 films from more than 50 countries are expected to be presented at this year’s festival.
Interview: ‘50/50’ Director Jonathan Levine Appears at CineYouth Festival in Chicago
Submitted by PatrickMcD on May 31, 2012 - 12:23pmCHICAGO – Thursday, May 31st, marks the beginning of the CineYouth Festival, sponsored by the Chicago International Film Festival. And what better way to kick it off than with a Q&A featuring director Jonathan Levine, coming off of his 2011 hit film, “50/50.” The appearance will take place at the AMC River East 21 Theater in Chicago.
TV News: 2012 Hugo Television Awards Honors Kelsey Grammer
Submitted by PatrickMcD on April 24, 2012 - 10:57amCHICAGO – The 48th Annual Hugo Television Awards took place last Thursday, April 19th, and the honoree for the career achievement award at the event was Kelsey Grammer, best known for portraying Frasier Crane on the series “Cheers” and “Frasier,” and currently portraying Mayor Tom Kane in the Starz Network cable drama “Boss.” Among the attendees paying tribute to Grammer was his long-time costar, John Mahoney, who played Frasier’s father on the sitcom.
TV News: Kelsey Grammer to Be Honored in Chicago at Hugo Television Awards
Submitted by PatrickMcD on April 9, 2012 - 8:06amCHICAGO – Cinema/Chicago and the Chicago International Film Festival will be honoring television icon Kelsey Grammer at their 48th Hugo Television Awards, in Chicago on April 19th. Grammer portrayed Dr. Frasier Crane on the sitcom “Cheers” and the spin-off “Frasier” for 20 years, tying a record for playing the same TV character continuously.
Film News: ‘L Train’ From Chicago Filmmaker Anna Musso Selected For 2012 Sundance Program
Submitted by PatrickMcD on December 10, 2011 - 4:03pmCHICAGO – The Sundance Institute announced their selections last week for the Short Film Program as part of the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, and among the 7,675 submissions, Chicago filmmaker Anna Musso made the cut with her stellar break-out effort, “L Train.” The 2012 Sundance Film Festival will take place January 19th-29th.
Film News: ‘The Artist’ Tops 2011 Chicago International Film Festival Audience Awards
Submitted by mattmovieman on October 24, 2011 - 8:08pmCHICAGO – Three crowd-pleasing films were selected by audiences at the 47th Chicago International Film Festival as their favorites of the year. A record 50 percent of festivalgoers participated in the selection of this year’s winners of the American Airlines Audience Choice Award.
Slideshow: Exclusive Portrait Gallery From 2011 Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 23, 2011 - 9:36pmCHICAGO – The 47th Chicago International Film Festival wrapped on Oct. 20, 2011 with a spectacular showing of the new film “The Artist”. Over the past two weeks, HollywoodChicago.com has been covering the red carpets and publishing exclusive portraits of the stars and directors.
Red-Carpet Interview, Portrait: Anthony Mackie at 2011 Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 20, 2011 - 12:44pmCHICAGO – In just ten years, the resume of actor Anthony Mackie reveals an impressive career so far. The young actor has had major roles in “The Hurt Locker,” “Half Nelson,” “Notorious,” “Million Dollar Baby” and will be featured in the upcoming “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter.”