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Film News: Film Girl Film Festival Exemplifies Diversity and Inclusion
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Podtalk: Ed Skrein & Luke Kleintank Relive WW2 in ‘Midway’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on November 6, 2019 - 7:37amCHICAGO – “Midway” is an epic film that combines the best of what you love about a World War II film … the relationships of human beings during a global crisis with sensational and acrobatic battle sequences. It also looks at WW2 in modern hindsight, respecting both opponents in the Pacific theater. Actors Ed Skrein & Luke Kleintank are featured, as real-life participants.
Exclusive Photo: ‘The World According to Jeff Goldblum’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on November 4, 2019 - 9:33pmCHICAGO – To paraphrase what used to be said of Frank Sinatra, “It’s Jeff Goldblum’s world, we only live in it.” The wacky, quirky veteran actor is experiencing a major career renaissance, which includes “The World According to Jeff Goldblum” on the new streaming service, Disney+, available beginning on the first day of its launch, November 12th, 2019.
Film News: Ad Community Shorts Night at Midwest Independent Film Festival, Nov. 5, 2019
Submitted by PatrickMcD on November 4, 2019 - 8:05amCHICAGO – The Midwest Advertising Community will show off their short film talent at the Midwest Independent Film Festival on Tuesday, November 5th, 2019. Ten films will screen at the Landmark Century Centre Cinema, with the event beginning at 6pm. For the short film line-up, more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Podtalk: Buddy Guy of ‘The Torch’ on Red Carpet at 55th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 30, 2019 - 12:15pmCHICAGO – Closing Night of the 55th Chicago International Film Festival was a celebration of a great one, the legendary Blues Man Buddy Guy, who came to Chicago in 1957 and made his mark on music from then on and forever. Filmmaker Jim Farrell captures it all in “The Torch,” the Closing Night documentary.
Podtalk: Gael García Bernal on the Red Carpet at 55th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 29, 2019 - 9:54amCHICAGO – It was a Tribute Night at the 55th Chicago International Film Festival on October 26th, 2019, and the honoree was actor Gael García Bernal (“Mozart in the Jungle,” “Coco”), who was showcasing his latest film as director, “Chicuarotes.” A large gathering of his ardent fan base surrounded his walk on the Red Carpet before the screening.
Podtalk: Michael Shannon is Electric in ‘The Current War’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 28, 2019 - 6:21pmCHICAGO – It is a solid assertion that actor Michael Shannon is one of the finer performers currently working in stage and film. Recently he brought to light the real-life character of George Westinghouse, as he was rival to Thomas Edison (Benedict Cumberbatch) for control of the new fangled electricity grid in ‘The Current War.’
Film News: ‘Portrait of a Lady on Fire’ is Top Film at 55th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 27, 2019 - 11:31amCHICAGO – The Chicago International Film Festival is competitive, and the 55th edition presented its awards on October 25th, 2019, at CHEZ venue in Chicago. The winner of the Gold Hugo as Best International Film was “Portrait of a Lady on Fire” (France), directed by Céline Sclamma.
CLOSING DAY 12 Podtalk: Jim Farrell of 'The Torch’ at 55th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 27, 2019 - 9:07amCHICAGO – Closing Night at the 55th Chicago International Film Festival will have a decidedly Chicago-centric feel. The legendary Buddy Guy, the Blues guitar man from Louisiana – who made his mark in the South Side clubs of the Windy City, and then internationally – is the subject of a new documentary, “The Torch,” which is directed by Jim Farrell.
DAY 11 Podtalk: 'The First Rainbow Coalition’ at 55th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 26, 2019 - 10:08amCHICAGO – A little known part of Chicago history has been revived in a new documentary called “The First Rainbow Coalition.” Filmmaker Ray Santisteban tells a comprehensive story of the first people-powered activist group that rose from the coming together of races and city sectors to fight police brutality and poverty.
Podtalk: Actress Thomasin McKenzie Hops Into ‘Jojo Rabbit’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 25, 2019 - 4:48amCHICAGO – Thomasin McKenzie is a 19-year-old actress with a purposeful, intellectual and historical approach to her craft, and those characteristics are on display in her latest film, “Jojo Rabbit.” McKenzie portrays Elsa, a teenage girl who is hiding from the Nazis during World War II, and is aided by the title character.
DAY TEN Podtalk: ‘The Components of Love’ at 55th Chicago International Film Festival
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 25, 2019 - 3:26amCHICAGO – When a director makes her international debut, there is a certain magic in the air. German director Miriam Bliese chose the 55th Chicago International Film Festival for that particular showcase, with her first feature film “The Components of Love.” The film will have its second screening at the Fest TODAY, October 25th at 5:30pm.
DAY NINE Podtalk: Haroula Rose of ‘Once Upon a River’ at 55th Chicago International Film Fest
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 24, 2019 - 6:53amCHICAGO – A Chicago director comes into focus with her debut film, “Once Upon a River” with a prime time screening on Friday, October 25th, 2019, at the 55th Chicago International Film Festival. Haroula Rose is a local filmmaker and notable musician who shot this film in Antioch, Illinois.
