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.
Silver Linings Playbook
Blu-ray Review: Oscar-Winning Crowd-Pleaser ‘Silver Linings Playbook’
Submitted by BrianTT on May 10, 2013 - 3:48pmCHICAGO – They often say that a movie is written three times - on paper, on film, and in the editing bay. Look no further for this truth than the deleted scenes from “Silver Linings Playbook,” recently released on Blu-ray and DVD. While some of the scenes are fun and allow Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, and Robert De Niro more chances to shine, I would argue that all 26 minutes of them were correctly cut. If they hadn’t been, the movie’s not an Oscar winner.
Film News: ‘Lincoln,’ ‘Life of Pi’ Lead 2013 Oscar Nominations
Submitted by BrianTT on January 10, 2013 - 8:58amCHICAGO – The 2013 Oscar nominations were announced on Thursday morning and “Lincoln” led the way as the most-nominated film of the year with 12 nominations. Come back later today for a list of this year’s biggest snubs and stick with HollywoodChicago.com for all of your Oscar features and news leading up to the big day on Feb. 24, 2013!
Film Feature: Predictions For the 2013 Oscar Nominations
Submitted by BrianTT on January 9, 2013 - 10:58amCHICAGO – If everything goes as expected, fans of “Lincoln,” “Les Misérables,” and “Zero Dark Thirty” will be very happy on Thursday morning, as those three films will certainly be among the most nominated for this year’s Academy Awards. After that, the certainty ends.
Film News: 2013 Independent Spirit Award Nominations Announced
Submitted by mattmovieman on November 28, 2012 - 9:25amCHICAGO – Two acclaimed crowd-pleasers led the nominees for the 2013 Independent Spirit Awards, which were announced November 27th. The quirky ensemble comedies “Silver Linings Playbook” and “Moonrise Kingdom” snagged five nominations apiece. The latter picture recently garnered a Best Feature accolade from the Gotham Independent Film Awards.
Film Review: Amazing Ensemble Rewrites ‘Silver Linings Playbook’
Submitted by BrianTT on November 16, 2012 - 3:32pmCHICAGO – It’s funny that a movie with the word “Playbook” in its title is so clearly about how those of us who think we know exactly where life is taking us are merely kidding ourselves. Like so many of us, the hero of “Silver Linings Playbook,” Pat Solatano (Bradley Cooper), has a plan to find happiness, to find his silver lining.
Film News: ‘Silver Linings Playbook’ Added to 48th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by mattmovieman on September 30, 2012 - 12:09pmCHICAGO – The 48th Annual Chicago International Film Festival has announced four new additions to this year’s schedule, including David O. Russell’s “Silver Linings Playbook.” The comedic drama has garnered immense praise on the festival circuit and is currently one of the top Oscar contenders. It will screen at 7pm Wednesday, October 24 at the AMC River East 21, 322 E. Illinois St.
Film Review: Another Great Jennifer Lawrence Turn Can’t Save ‘House at the End of the Street’
Submitted by BrianTT on September 20, 2012 - 10:03pmCHICAGO – “House at the End of the Street” is the kind of bland, mediocre thriller that’s tough to review in the sense that it’s difficult to put a shoulder shrug into words. How can I turn “meh” into a full review?