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Great news for the Illinois television production community as Summer approaches. HBO announced today that the critically acclaimed comedy series SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE has been renewed for a third season. Somebody…
The premiere is right around the corner, and FX has released a tension-filled extended trailer for the filmed-in-Chicago new limited series. Since the series wrapped filming in Chicago last August,…
AD COMMUNITY
Commercial Production Company Cap Gun Collective has added award-winning Director Jordan Fein to its roster for US Representation. Born and raised in Texas, Fein attended Film School at NYU and took…
The search is over and DDB Chicago has its new CEO. Leo Burnett Australia chief executive officer Emma Montgomery is set to leave the agency to head back to the…
ONE CHICAGO
The season finales are here. The Dick Wolf triumvirate of Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago PD will undoubtedly be delivering the drama this Wednesday, May 24th. So what can…
The season finales are almost here. One more round of drama is coming up before the climactic conclusion on Wednesday, May 24th. The Dick Wolf triumvirate of Chicago Med, Chicago…
DIVERSE VOICES
Charles Jenkins’ music video for “God Be Praised” is an awe-inspiring visual spectacle that seamlessly intertwines the power of music, breathtaking cinematography, and the poignant beauty of a historical setting….
Daryl Sledge is bringing his next project back home. The Chicago native and Brooklyn resident is currently in pre-production on the feature film Why?. Why? is the award-winning debut novel…
PILOT SEASON
As the television industry awaits resolution of the WGA Strike, there is some positive news for the Chicago production community… and naturally, some uncertainty as well. The comedy pilot Deli…
One of the most prestigious television pilot showcases in the country is SeriesFest in Denver, and a promising Chicago project brought home one of the festival’s most coveted awards. I…
ON THE MOVE
Commercial Production Company Cap Gun Collective has added award-winning Director Jordan Fein to its roster for US Representation. Born and raised in Texas, Fein attended Film School at NYU and took…
VOLT Studios is excited to announce that Mike Nelson has joined the full-service content company as Animation Director. At VOLT, Nelson will apply his artistry and expertise to enhance and build…
POWER BOOK IV: FORCE
There are five words that fans of Power Book IV: Force have been waiting all year to hear: Tommy F**king Egan Is Back. The third spinoff in the Power franchise…
Fans of the popular Starz Chicago-made drama Power Book IV: Force may have to wait a bit longer for that Season Two Premiere. As will the show’s cast and crew….
FIVE QUESTIONS WITH SCREEN
What do The Simpsons, Spike Jonze, and a 90’s camcorder have in common? They’re all right here as director Mercedes Bryce Morgan of the talented Tessa Films roster stops by…
What do Pink Floyd, John Travolta, and an all-time-great beer commercial have in common? They’re all right here as award-winning sound designer, mixer and partner Mark Ruff of Bounce Sound…
TRAILER PARK
The premiere is right around the corner, and FX has released a tension-filled extended trailer for the filmed-in-Chicago new limited series. Since the series wrapped filming in Chicago last August,…
There are five words that fans of Power Book IV: Force have been waiting all year to hear: Tommy F**king Egan Is Back. The third spinoff in the Power franchise…
LOADING DOC
As you begin making plans for the Summer, there is one weekend you can confidently ink into your calendar. Filmscape Chicago is set for June 24-25 at CineCity Studios. Today,…
Last night, The Chicago Headline Club announced that WTTW has been honored with nine Peter Lisagor Awards for 2022. The winners were selected by an independent chapter of the Society…
FILMMAKER FOCUS
The award-winning, Midwestern-based short film, A Cloudy Moon, screened at the Cannes Short Film Corner in May. An ode to cozy flirtations, wistful recollections and spontaneous song, the six-and-a-half-minute mini-musical captures…
Charles Jenkins’ music video for “God Be Praised” is an awe-inspiring visual spectacle that seamlessly intertwines the power of music, breathtaking cinematography, and the poignant beauty of a historical setting….
HERStory
Great news for the Illinois television production community as Summer approaches. HBO announced today that the critically acclaimed comedy series SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE has been renewed for a third season. Somebody…
Fans are buzzing about the season finale, and the dynamic duo behind the show is here to talk all about it. The critically acclaimed HBO Original comedy series Somebody Somewhere,…
ON THE FILM FESTIVAL CIRCUIT
Daily Planet Productions’ latest short film, Room Tone, will make its World Premiere at the Dances With Films Independent Film Festival in Hollywood on June 24th. “Everyone that has ever…
The Gene Siskel Film Center at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago has named filmmaker, curator, and programmer Jada-Amina to lead the artistic vision and direction as lead…
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The Chicago advertising community’s annual battle of the bands competition, aka the Battle for Hope, celebrated its tenth anniversary with a venue full of fans and six advertising agency bands….
IFA Chicago’s latest mixer offered IFA members and local film community professionals and artists an opportunity to reconnect. The evening of Thursday, April 13th was filled with engaging conversation, networking,…
BEST AD WE SAW THIS WEEK
Minneapolis mainstays Colle McVoy, Caviar and Drive Thru collaborated on new spots for CRAFTSMAN®, the iconic American brand of quality tools, storage and outdoor equipment, that help re-energize the 95+ year-old brand by connecting…
Community Coffee, the nation’s No. 1 family-owned retail coffee brand, just launched its first brand spot created and produced by its new creative agency of record, Baker & Bonner Creative…
SUPER BOWL
In the advertising world, Super Bowl Sunday is about anything but football. It’s about the commercials! Ad agency pros from throughout Chicago and across the country chatted with Screen about…
Which Super Bowl spots did you love? Which did you not love? Let’s hear what the pros had to say! We were thrilled to have Cutters Studios Editor Michael Lippert…
EVENTS
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a period for the duration of the month of May for recognizing the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander...
Film Submission Deadline for Reeling Film Festival
Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival is the second longest-running film festival of its kind, and prides itself on showcasing the best LGBTQ+ films each year. Click here to...
Festival de Cannes at FACETS: A Selection
Festival de Cannes at FACETS: A Selection – Watch Shoplifters, Melancholia + more of Milos's Favorites! May 27-28 watch 4 films selected by FACETS Film Program Director, Charles Coleman in honor of our 48th Anniversary &...
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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
June is Pride Month, when the world's LGBTQ communities come together and celebrate the freedom to be themselves.
CineGear Expo LA
Exhibits, new product and service introductions, complimentary seminars led by industry leaders, master classes, film competition, awards ceremony... Click here for Full schedule
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Science on Screen at the Siskel Film Center
The Gene Siskel Film Center proudly presents Science on Screen, with special film presentations in June that invite audiences to learn more about the tick tock of the Doomsday Clock...
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AICP Week in New York
AICP Week Features Premieres and Celebrations at MoMA Premiere screenings will take place June 7th & 8th, culminating in the AICP Awards Gala at The Museum of Modern Art. Full...
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GOOD GUY WITH A GUN at Siskel Film Center
June 9, 10 and 14! In this taut, Chicago-made thriller, after the violent death of his father, teenage Will and his mother Tessa move to a small town. Angry and...
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Chicago/Mexico City Cinema Exchange
The Chicago/Mexico City Cinema Exchange is a series of in Person screenings highlighting works from Chicago and Mexico City Filmmakers. The films were selected with having themes of Displacement. The...
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Interrobang Film Festival
Presented as part of the Des Moines Arts Festival, the Interrobang film festival is a three-day event taking place during the Des Moines Arts Festival. The audience - whether cinema...
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Filmscape Chicago
Filmscape Chicago brings together filmmakers, artists, technicians, and students from across Chicago and the greater Midwest for two days of networking, education, and training - all completely for free.
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Free State Film Festival
The Free State Festival celebrates the free spirit of the state Kansas with films that challenge, inspire, and entertain. This annual signature event brings independent films, live music, comedy and...
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Flint Youth Film Festival (Online)
The Flint Youth Film Festival is an event that recognizes the work of young filmmakers 13-25 in Flint, Genesee County, Michigan, and/or the United States. Audiences will be able to...
