CHICAGO – From villain to anti-hero to homoerotic fan fiction icon, Loki has traveled a long way from the greasy-haired megalomaniac we have come to love. For most of his cinematic character development, Loki has been a foil to Thor’s massive himbo (n.: a very attractive, often beefy male who isn’t the brightest bulb, but is still able to shine because of his good-natured attitude and respect for women. Male version of a “bimbo”) energy.
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Flashback: A Screech Interview, Dustin Diamond Dies at 44
Submitted by PatrickMcD on February 2, 2021 - 11:57amCHICAGO – A man called Screech is gone. Dustin Diamond, who portrayed the Screech character for many years on the series “Saved by the Bell” and its various iterations, passed away on February 1st, 2021, in a Florida hospital after a bout with cancer. He was 44.
Film News: Virtual 2021 Sundance Film Festival Gets Beyond Itself
Submitted by PatrickMcD on February 2, 2021 - 9:47amCHICAGO – The compact 2021 Sundance Film Festival is on the sixth day of seven, but the offerings are still coming. This year’s festival is virtual and online, meaning anyone with a ticket or a pass can indulge in the film offerings throughout the festival, which runs until Wednesday, February 3rd.
Film News: Virtual 2021 Sundance Film Festival in Last 3 Days
Submitted by PatrickMcD on February 1, 2021 - 8:45amCHICAGO – The 2021 Sundance Film Festival is winding down on Day Five, after a huge weekend of film premieres. This year’s festival is virtual and online, meaning anyone with a ticket or a pass can indulge in the film offerings throughout the festival, which runs until Wednesday, February 3rd.
Film News: Virtual 2021 Sundance Film Festival Keeps Delivering
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 31, 2021 - 9:25amCHICAGO – The 2021 Sundance Film Festival is now in Day Four, offering over 20 premieres on January 31st. This year’s festival is virtual and online, meaning anyone with a ticket or a pass can indulge in the film offerings throughout the festival, which runs until February 3rd.
Film Review: Firth and Tucci Deliver Stellar Performances in 'Supernova'
Submitted by JonHC on January 31, 2021 - 5:53amCHICAGO – Stars are a concept that I don’t think I will ever understand. Giant celestial bodies of gas and fire that burn and shine with an unimaginable intensity. Their spherical appearance masks a double-edge that can both bring and sustain life, or out-right end it. Love is much the same way, simultaneously nurturing us up until the moment it isn’t.
Film News: Virtual 2021 Sundance Film Festival Kicks Off
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 30, 2021 - 8:29am- 2021
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CHICAGO – The 2021 Sundance Film Festival heads into Day Three after Opening Night and a full slate of films for Day Two. This year’s festival is virtual and online, meaning anyone with a ticket or a pass can indulge in the film offerings throughout the festival, which runs until February 3rd.
Film Review: Big Time Acting! On-Air Review of ‘The Little Things’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 29, 2021 - 9:29pmCHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on The Eddie Volkman Show on WSSR-FM (Star 96.7 Joliet, Illinois) on January 29th, 2021, reviewing the new release “The Little Things,” premiering on HBO MAX and in theaters on January 29th, 2021.
Film Review: Uncovering the Past! On-Air Review of ‘The Dig’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 29, 2021 - 8:35pmCHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Dan Baker on WBGR-FM (Monroe, Wisconsin) on January 28th, 2021, reviewing the new film “The Dig,” streaming on Netflix beginning January 29th, 2021, PLUS a preview of the virtual and online Sundance Film Festival.
Film News: Virtual 2021 Sundance Film Festival Opening Night
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 28, 2021 - 5:42pmCHICAGO – The 2021 Virtual Sundance Film Festival opens tonight (January 28th) with six films … “CODA,” “In the Same Breath,” “Flee,” “Summer of Soul” “One for the Road” and “Censor” will kick off the fest, available online tonight and Saturday for the second viewing. For descriptions, ticket information and schedules, click here.
Film News: Virtual 2021 Sundance Film Festival Available to All, Jan 28 - Feb 3, 2021
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 26, 2021 - 4:13pmCHICAGO – If you ever wondered about the mystery and excitement of one of the premiere film festivals in any year – and traditionally the first one out of the gate – the Sundance Film Festival for 2021 will be virtual and online due to the ongoing pandemic, and accessible to all for the price of a ticket or pass.
Via Zoom: Actress Anna Gold in ‘Broke AF’ on Amazon Prime Video
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 25, 2021 - 11:36pmCHICAGO – These days, getting to “prime time” often means getting a film or series to Amazon Prime Video. Chicago-based actress Anna Gold got that streaming distinction, after collaborating on a TV series called “Broke AF” … created by Maurice Profitt. In Episode Three she portrays Polly, fresh from a small town and living in the big city.
Podtalk: Rula Gardenier of ‘Breaking Fast,’ Available Thru Video-On-Demand, Jan. 22, 2021
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 24, 2021 - 7:34pmCHICAGO – After a successful festival run, the film “Breaking Fast” – a heartwarming gay romantic comedy – was released through Video-On-Demand on January 22nd, 2021. One of the key screenings previously was at REELING, the international Chicago LGBTQ+ film fest, and during that time an actor from Chicago with a vital role, Rula Gardenier, talked about “Breaking Fast” and her move to Los Angeles.
Film Review: Gotta Serve Somebody! On-Air Review of ‘The White Tiger’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on January 23, 2021 - 5:40pmCHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Dan Baker on WBGR-FM (Monroe, Wisconsin) on January 21st, 2021, reviewing the new film “The White Tiger,” streaming on Netflix beginning January 22nd, 2021.
