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.!—break—>
J.J. Abrams
TV Review: J.J. Abrams’ Highly Anticipated ‘Alcatraz’ on FOX Needs Some Work
Submitted by BrianTT on January 16, 2012 - 11:09amCHICAGO – There’s “potential” all over FOX’s highly-anticipated “Alcatraz,” debuting tonight, January 16th, 2012 with two back-to-back episodes. A great cast, strong production pedigree, interesting concept — so why are both of the first two episodes so forgettable? Why is this show more “meh” than amazing?
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 50 Pairs of Chicago Passes, 3 Prize Packs to ‘Mission: Impossible -- Ghost Protocol’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on December 10, 2011 - 5:36pmCHICAGO – In our latest blockbuster edition of HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film, we have 50 admit-two movie passes up for grabs to the advance Chicago screening of the new film “Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol”!
Blu-ray Review: Nostalgic, Compelling ‘Super 8’ is a Triumph
Submitted by PatrickMcD on December 7, 2011 - 9:21pmCHICAGO – The sincerity of “Super 8” is the wondrous highlight of this film. Director J.J. Abrams creates a valentine to the lives in his childhood, and the films within that dream state. Combining nostalgia, suspense and of course, hope, “Super 8” is one of the more emotional and impactful American films of the year.
TV News: FOX Announces 2012 Mid-Season Schedule
Submitted by BrianTT on December 1, 2011 - 4:00pmCHICAGO – FOX just announced their premiere dates for the 2011-2012 midseason including exactly when to tune in for the return of “American Idol,” along with the highly-anticipated premieres of J.J. Abrams’ “Alcatraz,” new mystery “The Finder,” Kiefer Sutherland drama “Touch,” and the animated adaptation of “Napoleon Dynamite.” They also scheduled the return of two nearly-canceled shows — “Breaking In” and “Bob’s Burgers” — along with announcing that “I Hate My Teenage Daughter,” “Glee,” and “Bones” will be taking some time off in the winter, returning with new episodes in the spring.
HollywoodChicago.com Hide & Tweet: Follow the Clues to Discover 10 ‘Super 8’ Blu-ray/DVD Combo Packs
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 23, 2011 - 2:06pmUpdate on 11/26/11 at 12:05 a.m.: Prizes will be hidden on Saturday AFTERNOON on Nov. 26, 2011! See our clue tweets here to find out where to go!
CHICAGO – Hide & Tweet! Unpuzzle the Twitter mystery and win! In our second edition of the HollywoodChicago.com Hide & Tweet, follow our clue tweets to discover one of two secret Chicago locations and snag one of 10 “Super 8” Blu-ray/DVD combo packs for yourself!
HollywoodChicago.com Hide & Tweet: Follow the Clues to Discover a J.J.-Abrams Signed ‘Super 8’ Blu-ray
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on November 15, 2011 - 12:07amCHICAGO – Hide & Tweet! You’ve never seen a HollywoodChicago.com Hookup like this before because it’s never been done – anywhere! Join the hunt!
TV Review: Despite Flaws in Premiere, ‘Person of Interest’ Has Potential
Submitted by BrianTT on September 22, 2011 - 1:45pmCHICAGO – I’m curious to see where “Person of Interest” is going and I guess that’s all that really matters when it comes to a series premiere. The ultimate test of a pilot is a simple one — Will you watch episode two? Does it hook you enough to keep you coming back and maybe even tell your friends to do the same? People will be talking about the premiere of “Person of Interest” and buzz matters.
Blu-Ray News: ‘Super 8’ Release on Blu-Ray, DVD Combo Pack Set For Nov. 22, 2011
Submitted by TimBMartens on September 15, 2011 - 2:51pmCHICAGO- This afternoon, Paramount Pictures announced the release date for their film “Super 8” on Blu-Ray will be Nov. 22, 2011. The release was announced in a statement that says the film will be sold in a Blu-Ray/DVD combination pack that also includes a Digital Copy for use on your computer or mobile device.
Film News: J.J. Abrams Signs Up to Direct ‘Star Trek 2’
Submitted by TimBMartens on September 14, 2011 - 11:51amCHICAGO- J.J. Abrams, one of the biggest growing names in Hollywood, has signed on to direct “Star Trek 2” according to Entertainment Weekly. Abrams, who directed the 2009 “Star Trek,” brought in $385 million worldwide at the box office with the reboot of the Sci-Fi film series.
Interview: T.J. Miller on His Chicago-Inspired Comedic Sensibility
Submitted by PatrickMcD on August 3, 2011 - 3:23pmCHICAGO – T.J. Miller is not yet a household name, but his comic stylings are memorable in such films as “Cloverfield,” “She’s Out of My League,” “Gulliver’s Travels” and the upcoming “Our Idiot Brother.” Those comedic roots are in Chicago, doing stand-up and improv here.