CHICAGO – In the last several years, how many times have you wanted to shout the “Mad as Hell” movie quote? Well, Invictus Theatre Co. has produced a stage adaptation of “Network” – with that quote shout worthy – at the Windy City Playhouse in Chicago through September 29th. For tickets/details, click HOWARD BEALE.
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Film Review: Nothing New in ‘The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on August 21, 2013 - 2:53pmCHICAGO – The last time I checked, I am not a swoony teenage girl, looking to be romanced by a hunky-but-shadowy demon hunter. Thus the margin for enjoying “The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones” falls off like a leaf on an autumn tree. Even Kristen Stewart, I mean Lily Collins, can’t save it.
Interview: Young Actors in ‘The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on August 19, 2013 - 4:32pmCHICAGO – Fantasy young adult films, popularized by the Harry Potter series and exploding with other hot literary offerings, is about to go to the Shadowhunters and demons. “The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones” opens August 21st, and features Lily Collins (Clary), Jamie Campbell Bower (Jace) and Kevin Zegers (Alec) in the lead roles.
HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 25 Pairs of ‘The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones’ Passes with Lily Collins
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on August 17, 2013 - 12:55pmCHICAGO – Highly anticipated! In the latest HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film with our unique social giveaway technology, we have 25 pairs of advance-screening movie passes up for grabs to “The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones” starring Lily Collins based on the worldwide best-selling book series!
Blu-ray Review: Julianne Moore Can’t Save ‘6 Souls’
Submitted by BrianTT on July 7, 2013 - 9:44pmCHICAGO – From the writer of “Identity” comes the misguided “6 Souls,” a film known as “Shelter” when it was originally scheduled for release back in 2010 and now basically getting a straight-to-Blu-ray release after a dismal worldwide gross of under $1 million. Fans of the great Julianne Moore may be curious. You can still love Julianne Moore and not feel the need to see “6 Souls.” Trust me.
Blu-ray Review: ‘Velvet Goldmine’ Sparkles Brighter Than Ever on Blu-ray
Submitted by mattmovieman on December 28, 2011 - 9:20amCHICAGO – Similar in style, structure and ambition to his 2007 kaleidoscopic portrait of Bob Dylan, “I’m Not There,” Todd Haynes’s 1998 effort “Velvet Goldmine,” takes a hallucinogenic trip through the ’70s glam rock period reigned over by David Bowie. Yet instead of centering his tale on Bowie, Haynes explores the era’s impact through the eyes of a haunted observer.
Blu-Ray Review: ‘From Paris With Love’ a Cinematic Royale With Cheese
Submitted by mattmovieman on June 8, 2010 - 8:09amCHICAGO – John Travolta always seems to be in a perpetual state of “coming back.” His various attempts at reinventing his screen persona seem to be driven less by artistic integrity than commercial desperation. The more macho and foul-mouthed he tries to be, the less convincing he is.
TV Review: 16th-Century Soap Opera Wears Thin on ‘The Tudors’
Submitted by BrianTT on April 10, 2010 - 8:29pmCHICAGO – Not exactly for history buffs, Showtime’s “The Tudors” has always been more about bodice-ripping and political intrigue than about straightforward historical facts. Still, in its first three seasons, with a combination of multi-dimensional characters and inspired casting choices, the “Desperate Housewives” of sixteenth-century England was a guilty pleasure not to be missed.
Interview: Director Roger Spottiswoode Captures Spirit of China’s Past in ‘The Children of Huang Shi’
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on June 7, 2008 - 4:32pmCHICAGO – The second Chinese/Japanese war, which was a 1937 prelude to the great conflict of World War II, is notable today mostly because modern China rose from its ashes. Largely forgotten except for the survivors, it is a backdrop for “The Children of Huang Shi,” which is a new film from veteran director Roger Spottiswoode.
Top Five Irish Actors: The Old School, New School and Hollywood Dropouts
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on March 19, 2008 - 5:25pmHOLLYWOOD – Silver Screen Indie Queen here with some post-St. Patty’s Day film buzz. What better way to start a column than with the Irish?
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