CHICAGO – There is no better time to take in a stage play that is based in U.S. history, depicting the battle between fact and religion. The old theater chestnut – first mounted in 1955 – is “Inherit the Wind,” now at the Goodman Theatre, completing it’s short run through October 20th. For tickets and more information, click INHERIT.
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Film Feature: The 10 Scariest Scenes in Film History
Submitted by BrianTT on October 28, 2010 - 2:43amCHICAGO – A truly scary movie doesn’t release you from its grip when the end credits begin to roll. It doesn’t evaporate from your mind like a pleasurable yet disposable piece of escapist entertainment. It burrows itself within your subconscious and follows you like a malevolent shadow until night falls.
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 2 Prize Packs For USA Network’s ‘Burn Notice’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 28, 2010 - 1:22amCHICAGO – In our latest edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: TV, we have two prize packs up for grabs for the return of USA Network’s “Burn Notice” on Nov. 11, 2010!
Film News: James Cameron to Helm ‘Avatar 2,’ ‘Avatar 3’
Submitted by mattmovieman on October 27, 2010 - 9:03pmCHICAGO – How does a filmmaker follow up the highest-grossing movie of all time? For writer and director James Cameron, the answer is simple: make the movie a trilogy.
Blu-Ray Review: ‘Mirrors 2’ is Even Worse Than You Imagine it Could Be
Submitted by BrianTT on October 27, 2010 - 7:38pmCHICAGO – Horror fans are a patient and resilient group. We have suffered through dozens of horrible straight-to-DVD sequels, often to films that barely worked in the first place, but we keep going back for another round of torture just in case one of them delivers (and, for the record, “Wrong Turn 2” is definitely better than the first film but the list ends shortly thereafter). The latest trip to the sequel funhouse is “Mirrors 2,” a pedestrian, predictable thriller that makes the first film look like “The Shining” by comparison. It’s horrible.
Blu-Ray Review: ‘Robocop Trilogy’ Features One Great Movie
Submitted by BrianTT on October 27, 2010 - 7:34pmCHICAGO – Movie collectors can be gluttons for punishment. We strive to have complete collections of certain filmmakers or film franchises, even if we know better when it comes to actual quality. Such is the case with those of us excited that the “Robocop Trilogy” is now available on Blu-ray, given the fact that the first movie is an absolute classic while the two sequels are perfect examples of what NOT to do with a franchise.
Film News: ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ is Christopher Nolan’s Third Batman Film; Villain Isn’t The Riddler
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on October 27, 2010 - 3:53pmCHICAGO – “The Dark Knight” and “Batman Begins” mastermind Christopher Nolan made big Batman news today with two items that can now be confirmed: “The Dark Knight Rises” is the name of his third Batman film and The Riddler won’t be his villain in it.
Interview: Betsy Russell Completes the Jigsaw Puzzle in ‘Saw 3D’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 27, 2010 - 1:18pmCHICAGO – Betsy Russell possibly made one of the greatest feature film debut moments in movie history. In the early VHS and cable days, no one can ever forget her epic horse ride in “Private School.” It’s great to have Betsy back, adding her legacy to the incredibly successful “Saw” horror franchise, this time in “Saw 3D.”
Interview: Tim Gunn on ‘Project Runway,’ New Book, Current Fashion
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 26, 2010 - 8:50pmCHICAGO – October 28th is the season finale of Lifetime Network’s popular “Project Runway,” As contestants Andy, Mondo and Gretchen take their final designs to New York’s Fashion Week, backstage will be the show’s mentor, the inimitable Tim Gunn. His new book is “Gunn’s Golden Rules: Life’s Little Lessons for Making It Work.”
Exclusive Portrait: Hilary Duff in Chicago For Her New Novel ‘Elixir’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 26, 2010 - 11:33amCHICAGO – Actress, Pop Singer, TV & Movie Star Hilary Duff can now add author to her resume, as her first young adult novel, “Elixir” is climbing up the best seller charts. Duff made a recent appearance greeting fans and signing her book at Anderson’s Bookshop in Naperville, Illinois, on October 16th, 2010.
Exclusive Portrait: Raquel Welch Honored By Women in Film Chicago
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 26, 2010 - 8:41amCHICAGO – Women in Film Chicago held their Focus Awards on October 14th, 2010, at the Chicago Mart Plaza, honoring three outstanding women in the media. Hollywood legend Raquel Welch, local Chicago TV icon Merri Dee and television producer Jamie Ceaser basked in the acclaim at the event.
TV Review: HBO’s ‘In Treatment’ With Gabriel Byrne Continues Display of Acting Excellence
Submitted by BrianTT on October 25, 2010 - 7:26amCHICAGO – There are not many better showcases for an actor or actress than HBO’s amazing “In Treatment,” one of the best dramas of the last several years, which returns tonight, October 25th, 2010, for another round of character-driven therapy.
Book Review: Elmore Leonard Takes His Crime-Writing Skills to ‘Djibouti’
Submitted by BrianTT on October 25, 2010 - 7:15amCHICAGO – Well into his eighties, the great Elmore Leonard continues to churn out accomplished crime novels at a pace and skill level that shames men one-quarter his age. Time has not slowed one of the best crime writers of the last fifty years in any way and while his latest, “Djibouti,” may not stand as one of his best, it certainly does nothing to sully his amazing reputation.
Video Game Review: Addictive, Hilarious ‘Super Scribblenauts’ For Nintendo DS
Submitted by BrianTT on October 25, 2010 - 7:10amCHICAGO – Puzzle games don’t get any more inventive or enjoyable than the ridiculously addictive “Super Scribblenauts,” a game that challenges the player to come up with the most creative way possible to solve a puzzle. Unlike many Nintendo DS puzzle game which require you to use the analytical part of your brain, this wonderful title demands that you think outside of the box. It’s one of the best games you could buy for your DS.
