CHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com audio review for the doc series “Charlie Hustle & the Matter of Pete Rose,” about the rise and bitter fall of the major league legend, the MLB’s all-time hits leader, only to be banned from the sport because of gambling. Streaming on MAX and on HBO since July 24th.
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Podtalk: Mike Houlihan for Irish Movie Hooley, Sept. 16-25, 2022
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 14, 2022 - 10:28amCHICAGO – The 8th Annual Irish Movie Hooley … a Hooley is a rowdy party … will be a bit different this year. Moving from its familiar Loop location, the Hooley will screen at two historic suburban theaters on consecutive weekends.
4K Blu-ray Review: New Edition of ‘Star Trek: The Motion Picture'
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CHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com audio review of the new 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray version of 1979’s “Star Trek: The Motion Picture,” the first film of one of the most successful film franchises in movie history, spun off from the original breakthrough sci-fi TV series of the 1960s. Beam me up.
Film News: Poster Unveiled for 58th Chicago International Film Festival, Oct. 12-23, 2022
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 11, 2022 - 5:26amCHICAGO – The 58th Chicago International Film Festival (CIFF) recently launched its 2022 promotional campaign with the release of its official poster, centered on the theme of “Life Subtitled.” The 58th edition will take place October 12-23, 2022, and Early Bird passes (through 9/16/22) are available by clicking 58th CI
Podtalk: ‘Trauma Clown’ John Michael is Back with ‘Meatball Seance’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 9, 2022 - 2:59pmCHICAGO – After a triumphant tour of Canada, the unforgettable Chicago monologist John Michael is back in the Windy City to perform his award-winning “Meatball Seance.” The internationally staged audience participation event will be in the Raven Room at the Redline VR on this Friday (9/16 at 9:30p). Click Meatball for tickets and details.
On-Air Film Review: No Strings Attached for ‘Pinocchio’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 8, 2022 - 10:34pmCHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Scott Thompson on WBGR-FM (Monroe, Wisconsin) on September 8th, 2022, reviewing “Pinocchio,” the live-action remake of the 1940 animated classic, directed by Robert Zemeckis. It’s streaming on Disney+ beginning September 8th.
Film News: Asian Pop-Up Cinema SEASON 15 Begins Sept. 10, 2022
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 8, 2022 - 10:03amCHICAGO – Out of the gate for Fall film fest time is the milestone 15th Season of the Asian Pop-Up Cinema (APUC). This season is taking “the show on the road” with screenings around Chicagoland and their diverse communities. APUC opens on September 10th with the U.S. Premiere of “I Am What I Am” (From China, CLICK HERE).
Film News: Female Lead Mexican Wrestling Films Showcase at Chicago’s Music Box on Sept. 8, 2022
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 7, 2022 - 9:58pmCHICAGO – Get out your Lucha Libre Mexican Wrestling masks, a special film double feature is being presented by The National Museum of Mexican Art at Chicago’s Music Box Theatre. “The Bat-Woman” (1968) and “The Panther Women” (1967) have both had a 4K Restoration, score tickets and details by clicking FEMALE LUCHA LIBRE.
Film News: ‘The Class’ at Chicago’s Music Box Theatre on Sept. 8, 2022
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 7, 2022 - 3:03pmCHICAGO – “The Class,” a film with strong Chicagoland ties – both in the past and present – will have a one-night-only premiere at Chicago’s iconic Music Box Theatre on September 8th, 2022 (7pm). Select stars and production crew will attend, and all the deets are available by clicking THE CLASS.
Audio Film Review: The Bad Boy Looks Back in ‘McEnroe’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 6, 2022 - 9:09pmCHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com audio film review on “McEnroe,” a bio-documentary of the 1970s tennis great, with full participation of its introspective subject. It’s currently available on the Showtime Network or available to stream on the Showtime App.
Podtalk: Liz Miele Releases New Comedy Special on Sept. 6, 2022
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 5, 2022 - 12:47pmCHICAGO – Stand-up comic Liz Miele is a true comedy veteran, even in her current youth. She began her career at age 16 and has kept up with the evolution of both comedy and reaching an audience, as her previous YouTube specials have millions of views. Her new special, “The Ghost of Academic Future,” will be available on YouTube September 6th, 2022.
On-Air TV Review: New Ball Game in ‘A League of Their Own’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 4, 2022 - 5:11pmCHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on The Eddie Volkman Show with Hannah B on WSSR-FM (Star 96.7 Joliet, Illinois) on September 2nd, reviewing the new TV series “A League of Their Own,” a parallel universe adaptation of the popular 1992 film, now streaming on Prime Video.
Podtalks: Midwest Film Festival Presents ‘Prairie Girls’ & ‘Provo’ on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 4, 2022 - 4:55pmCHICAGO – First Tuesday for the Midwest Film Festival (MFF) is on September 6th, 2022, presenting the short “Prairie Girls” (Benett Holgerson) and feature “Provo” (Emma Thatcher) at the Gene Siskel Film Center. For ticket info, click MFF SEPT FIRST TUESDAY.
On-Air Film Review: Barrel of Service in Touching ‘Gigi & Nate’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on September 2, 2022 - 8:05amCHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Dan Baker on WBGR-FM (Monroe, Wisconsin) on September 1st, 2022. reviewing “Gigi & Nate,” a connection story between a troubled young man and his service monkey. The film is in theaters beginning September 2nd.
