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HBO Renews Filmed-In-Illinois Comedy Series SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE For A Third Season

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…

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‘Justified: City Primeval’ Unveils Thrilling New Extended Trailer

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,…

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AD COMMUNITY

Cap Gun Collective Adds Director Jordan Fein to the Roster

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…

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DDB Chicago Names Emma Montgomery CEO as She Departs Leo Burnett Australia

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…

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ONE CHICAGO

The Season Finales Are Here for ‘Chicago Fire’ ‘Chicago Med’ ‘Chicago PD,’ Here’s Your First Look

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…

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New Episodes of ‘Chicago Fire’ ‘Chicago Med’ ‘Chicago PD’ May 17th, Here’s Your First Look

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…

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DIVERSE VOICES

Charles Jenkins Teams Up with Agents of Slang

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….

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Producer Daryl Sledge Returning Home to Chicago with His Next Feature ‘Why?’

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…

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PILOT SEASON

‘Deli Boys’ Picked Up to Series at Hulu, But When and Where Will It Film?

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…

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Audience Award Win at SeriesFest for Chicago Pilot ‘I Didn’t Mean to Go Mental’

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…

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ON THE MOVE

Cap Gun Collective Adds Director Jordan Fein to the Roster

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…

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VOLT Studios in Minneapolis Welcomes Mike Nelson As Animation Director

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…

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POWER BOOK IV: FORCE

‘Power Book IV: Force’ Drops Season 2 Premiere Date and Teaser Trailer

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…

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‘Power Book IV: Force’ Season 2 Premiere May Push to September; S3 Decision to Follow

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….

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FIVE QUESTIONS WITH SCREEN

Five Questions with Tessa Films Director Mercedes Bryce Morgan

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…

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Five Questions with Mark Ruff of Bounce Sound Studios

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…

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TRAILER PARK

‘Justified: City Primeval’ Unveils Thrilling New Extended Trailer

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,…

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‘Power Book IV: Force’ Drops Season 2 Premiere Date and Teaser Trailer

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…

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LOADING DOC

Filmscape Chicago Unveils Schedule for June 24-25

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,…

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WTTW Wins Nine Peter Lisagor Awards

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…

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FILMMAKER FOCUS

Midwest Filmmakers Travel To Cannes Short Film Corner

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…

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Charles Jenkins Teams Up with Agents of Slang

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….

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HERStory

HBO Renews Filmed-In-Illinois Comedy Series SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE For A Third Season

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…

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Post-Finale Exclusive with HBO Series ‘Somebody Somewhere’ Creators Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen

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,…

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ON THE FILM FESTIVAL CIRCUIT

‘Room Tone’ World Premiere Set for Dances With Films at the Chinese Theatre in LA

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…

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Black Harvest Film Festival Names New Lead Curator and Coordinator

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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PHOTO BOOTH

Packed House for Battle of the Ad Bands, Rocking for a Great Cause [Exclusive Photos]

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….

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PHOTO BOOTH: IFA Chicago Member Mixer

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,…

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BEST AD WE SAW THIS WEEK

‘Power Tool Ballad’ Rocks New Craftsman Campaign by Colle McVoy, Caviar, Drive Thru

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…

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Community Coffee Launches New Creative with Baker & Bonner Creative Emporium

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…

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SUPER BOWL

Best and Worst Ads of the 2023 Super Bowl? Top Creatives and Execs Share Their Picks!

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…

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Super Bowl Picks and Pans from Cutters Studios Editor Michael Lippert

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…

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