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+.
June 2011
Film News: Official Trailer Released For ‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn -- Part 1’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on June 7, 2011 - 12:40pmCHICAGO – The official U.S. trailer for “Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1” is here! The film hits theaters on Nov. 18, 2011. Starring Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart and Taylor Lautner, the highly anticipated film begins the final chapter of the story of Edward Cullen, Bella Swan and Jacob Black.
TV Review: ‘Covert Affairs’ Puts the Team Back in the CIA
Submitted by PatrickMcD on June 7, 2011 - 11:22amCHICAGO – In an era where America’s budget concerns are front and center, a TV series celebrating the awesomeness of the CIA seems a bit ill-timed. Piper Perabo portrays an undercover operative in the second season premiere of USA Network’s “Covert Affairs.”
Interview: Author Robert K. Elder Launches Music Box Film Series
Submitted by mattmovieman on June 7, 2011 - 7:28amCHICAGO – Throughout his extensive work as a film columnist, author and journalist, Robert K. Elder has been drawn to exploring both the universality and striking diversity of the human experience. In his books, Elder is intent on capturing specific moments within the lives of his subjects, while discovering their universal truths through their juxtaposition.
Interview: Director MIke Mills on the Endgame in ‘Beginners’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on June 6, 2011 - 12:05pmCHICAGO – What would be the circumstance if after a mother dies, the father suddenly comes out as a gay? Writer/director Mike Mills had that situation occur, and created the new film “Beginners,” featuring Christopher Plummer and Ewan McGregor.
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 10 Pairs of Chicago Passes to Stephen Sondheim’s ‘Company’ With the New York Philharmonic
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on June 5, 2011 - 2:01pmCHICAGO – In our latest special-engagement edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 10 admit-two passes up for grabs for the theatrical release of the one-night-only stage performance of Stephen Sondheim’s “Company” with the New York Philharmonic!
On WGN Radio: HollywoodChicago.com’s Brian Tallerico on Listener Choices For the Emmy Nominations
Submitted by BrianTT on June 5, 2011 - 11:02amCHICAGO – Brian Tallerico guests on Bill Moller’s show on WGN-Radio in Chicago on Jue 4th, 2011 to take listener calls about what they think should be nominated for 2011 Emmys, including “Boardwalk Empire,” “Blue Bloods,” “Justified,” and more.
TV Review: Second Season of Attitude-Heavy Cable Hit ‘The Glades’
Submitted by BrianTT on June 5, 2011 - 10:54amCHICAGO – A&E finally figured out how to mimic the ratings success of its fellow basic cable networks like A&E and TNT when it launched “The Glades” — another program built around a strong, charismatic lead. Matt Passmore carries the mystery/cop series over a few of its storytelling bumps but the program is hit-and-miss overall. Luckily, there are enough solid episodes of “The Glades” to carry the viewer through the escapist season of summer.
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: $50 AMC Gift Card, IMAX Swag For AMC Loews Country Club Hills 16
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on June 4, 2011 - 11:18pmCHICAGO – In our latest AMC/IMAX edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have one grand-prize $50 AMC gift card plus five IMAX swag bags up for grabs for the opening of the new IMAX screen at AMC Loews Country Club Hills 16!
Film News: ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Announces Open Casting Call in Pittsburgh on June 11, 12, 18, 19, 2011
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on June 4, 2011 - 9:50pmCHICAGO – Following the production schedule we’ve been reporting, “The Dark Knight Rises” filming is heading to Pittsburgh. The film is also holding an open casting call there on June 11, 12, 18 and 19, 2011.
Video Game Review: Explosive ‘Red Faction Armageddon’ Offers Thrilling Ride For Shooter Fans
Submitted by BrianTT on June 3, 2011 - 3:39pmCHICAGO – “Red Faction Armageddon” is a stellar game for players who like their action explosive. The last game in this franchise, “Red Faction Guerilla,” was based more on open-ended gameplay with destruction being a key element.
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 25 Pairs of Chicago Passes to ‘Beautiful Boy’ With Oscar Nominee Michael Sheen
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on June 3, 2011 - 3:15pmCHICAGO – In our latest drama edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 25 admit-two passes up for grabs to the advance Chicago screening of the new film “Beautiful Boy” with Oscar nominee Michael Sheen and Maria Bello!
Submit Your Comments For WGN Radio: Turn TV Favorites Into Emmy Nominees With WGN
Submitted by BrianTT on June 3, 2011 - 10:39amCHICAGO – Brian Tallerico, content director and TV critic for HollywoodChicago.com, will appear on Bill Moller’s program this Saturday on WGN Radio 720 AM in Chicago. The show plays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every weekend. It’s the time of year when the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences puts together its list of favorites for Emmy nominations. With ballots due this month, who do you think should be nominated?
Film Review: ‘L’amour Fou’ Explores Key Relationship in Fashion History
Submitted by mattmovieman on June 3, 2011 - 6:52amCHICAGO – At the heart of Pierre Thoretton’s melancholy documentary is a story of lost love, lost art, and the ever-present aura they leave behind. Pierre Bergé is often credited as co-founder of the couture house headed by world famous designer Yves Saint Laurent. Yet “L’amour Fou” allows Bergé to set the record straight on just how large a role he played in Saint Laurent’s phenomenal success.
‘L’amour Fou’ Explores Key Relationship in Fashion History
Submitted by mattmovieman on June 3, 2011 - 6:43amRating: 3.5/5.0 |
CHICAGO – At the heart of Pierre Thoretton’s melancholy documentary is a story of lost love, lost art, and the ever-present aura they leave behind. Pierre Bergé is often credited as co-founder of the couture house headed by world famous designer Yves Saint Laurent. Yet “L’amour Fou” allows Bergé to set the record straight on just how large a role he played in Saint Laurent’s phenomenal success.
Film Feature: All Things Shine in Terrence Malick’s ‘The Tree of Life’
Submitted by mattmovieman on June 3, 2011 - 6:23amCHICAGO – “Where is it that we were together? Who were you that I lived with? The brother. The friend. Darkness, light. Strife and love. Are they the workings of one mind? The features of the same face? Oh, my soul. Let me be in you now.
Blu-Ray Review: Gory, Gratuitous ‘Drive Angry’ Delivers What it Promises
Submitted by BrianTT on June 2, 2011 - 9:09pmCHICAGO – One goes into a 3D film called “Drive Angry” with Nicolas Cage with different expectations. Just as you don’t judge “Piranha 3D” on the same scale as “The King’s Speech,” “Drive Angry” should be judged on what it sets out to do — offer ridiculous, over-the-top, B-movie entertainment. On that level, it works.
Film News: Teaser Trailer Released For ‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn -- Part 1’
Submitted by BrianTT on June 2, 2011 - 8:52pmCHICAGO – In advance of its TV premiere on the MTV Movie Awards, Summit Entertainment on Thursday released a 10-second promo teaser for “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1,” which hits theaters on Nov. 18, 2011.
Blu-Ray Review: ‘Gnomeo & Juliet’ Falls Flat as Busted Yard Display
Submitted by BrianTT on June 2, 2011 - 8:17pmCHICAGO – The animated adventure “Gnomeo & Juliet,” recently released on Blu-ray and DVD, features an A-list voice cast and some beloved hits by Sir Elton John, but just getting talent in the recording booth either musically or merely vocally does not a movie make and the script for this thing is so uninspired and accompanied by lackluster visuals that it’s just dull to anyone over ten.
Film Review: Matthew Vaughn’s Entertaining, Stylish ‘X-Men: First Class’ Rocks
Submitted by BrianTT on June 2, 2011 - 6:30pmCHICAGO – Matthew Vaughn rights the ship of mediocre superhero movies with the incredibly accomplished “X-Men: First Class,” the best Marvel Movie since “Spider-Man 2” and a film that proves that big blockbuster summer entertainment can be both commercially crowd-pleasing and intellectually complex at the same time.
Matthew Vaughn’s Entertaining, Stylish ‘X-Men: First Class’ Rocks
Submitted by BrianTT on June 2, 2011 - 6:26pmRating: 4.0/5.0 |
CHICAGO – Matthew Vaughn rights the ship of mediocre superhero movies with the incredibly accomplished “X-Men: First Class,” the best Marvel Movie since “Spider-Man 2” and a film that proves that big blockbuster summer entertainment can be both commercially crowd-pleasing and intellectually complex at the same time. “X-Men: First Class” features a spectacular mix of well-choreographed action, revisionist history, themes of tolerance, and great performances. This will be one of the best movies of this season.
Blu-Ray Review: Stanley Kubrick’s ‘A Clockwork Orange’ Gets 40th Anniversary Treatment
Submitted by BrianTT on June 2, 2011 - 3:48pmCHICAGO – To coincide with the Blu-ray box set of Stanley Kubrick films (including “2001: A Space Odyssey,” “The Shining,” and eight more films), Warner Bros. has released a very special edition of “A Clockwork Orange,” timed to the four-decade anniversary of one of the most influential movies ever made. With stellar new special features, a great transfer, and a timeless film, this is one of the best Blu-ray releases of the year to date.
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 60 Pairs of Chicago Passes to ‘Super 8’ From Steven Spielberg, J.J. Abrams
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on June 2, 2011 - 3:08pmCHICAGO – In our latest highly anticipated sci-fi edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 60 admit-two passes up for grabs to the advance Chicago screening of the new highly anticipated film “Super 8” from J.J. Abrams and Steven Spielberg!
Film Feature: Which X-Men We Want to See in Next X-Sequel
Submitted by BrianTT on June 2, 2011 - 12:31pmCHICAGO – Comic book fans, particularly X-Men fans, have been pretty spoiled lately. Anyone over the age of fifteen might not remember this, but there was a time back when it was essentially impossible to imagine seeing an honest-to-god movie version of your favorite comic book character on the big screen.
Blu-Ray Review: Sergio Leone’s Timeless ‘Once Upon a Time in the West’
Submitted by BrianTT on June 1, 2011 - 9:39pmCHICAGO – Any conversation of the best Westerns in movie history that doesn’t include Sergio Leone’s “Once Upon a Time in the West” is incomplete. It’s one of those rare films that has truly gotten better with age. I’m not sure if it’s just that I appreciate it more the older I get, but I’m not alone. The film now ranks high on nearly every important list of the best movies ever made. Yes, it’s that good, and the Blu-ray restoration, which hit stores this week, is a beauty.
Blu-Ray Review: Derivative, Generic ‘I Am Number Four’
Submitted by BrianTT on June 1, 2011 - 8:59pmCHICAGO – Very few films have felt more made my a movie-making machine than the dull “I Am Number Four,” a film that hopes so desperately to feel like something that you’ve seen before and that you’ll like the familiarity that it never develops a personality of its own. With a dull lead, lackluster romance, goofy dialogue, and melodramatic storytelling, “I Am Number Four” disappoints in nearly every way that a movie can.
Blu-Ray Review: Alejandro González Iñárritu’s ‘Biutiful’ Numbs the Senses
Submitted by mattmovieman on June 1, 2011 - 10:30amCHICAGO – The feel bad movie of 2010 has finally arrived in stores. Pardon me for withholding my enthusiasm. Although Alejandro González Iñárritu’s fourth feature has its share of indelible images, its familiar themes and unrelenting solemnity causes the senses to become numbed rather than engaged. The film offers 147 minutes of pure bleakness with a couple booger jokes thrown in for last-minute levity.
Slideshow: Five-Image Gallery at ‘Franklin & Bash’ Chicago Screening
Submitted by PatrickMcD on June 1, 2011 - 9:50amCHICAGO – The publicity machine was in full force a couple weeks ago in Chicago, as Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Breckin Meyer rolled into town to promote their new summer TV series, “Franklin & Bash,” premiering June 1st on the TNT Network at 8pm CST. The duo previewed the show at a screening party here on May 16th.
TV Review: Strong Cast Anchors Drama of ‘Men of a Certain Age’
Submitted by BrianTT on June 1, 2011 - 9:46amCHICAGO – TNT’s “Men of a Certain Age,” returning this week to finish out its second season with six episodes that the producers promise will be backed with character-driven drama, has quietly grown not just a loyal following but a reasonably strong critical foundation as well.
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