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It’s opening night for the 62nd edition of North America’s longest-running competitive film festival. Let’s take a quick look at The Chicago International Film Festival‘s full lineup of films and programs…
Following a pre-sale distribution deal secured prior to completion, Lakefront Pictures’ holiday feature A Snowbound Christmas will officially arrive November 1, 2026, on Apple TV, AMAZON Prime, and Fandango at…
the Muslim Women’s Coalition presents the 11th Annual Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival returning to Milwaukee Film’s historic Oriental Theatre. Running from October 1 through 4, the Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival…
Fall festival season is ready for liftoff and it all begins with one of the longest running underground film festivals in the world. The Chicago Underground Film Festival (CUFF) 33rd…
The Chicago International Film Festival today announced the full lineup of films and programs included in this year’s 62nd edition of North America’s longest-running competitive film festival, unspooling October 14 – 25,…
Milwaukee Film is thrilled to reveal the online program guide for the 2026 Dialogues Documentary Festival, presented by Potawatomi Casino Hotel. The program guide includes a full schedule of film…
On Sept. 13, 2001, British filmmaker John Smith presented the first program of Conversations at the Edge just two days after the September 11 attacks. This fall, Smith returns to…
San Antonio, clear your holiday weekend plans. Illustrator Ringo is touching down in the Alamo City for the largest anime convention in South Texas, San Japan, taking over the Henry…
Vegas anime fans, get ready to slow down and soak in the good vibes this weekend. Acclaimed illustrator Ringo is returning to town for the Anime Night Mart, taking place…
AICP today announced the Call for Entries for the 2026 Camp Kuleshov trailer competition for emerging creative artists. Nicknamed Camp K, the annual editing, graphics, music score and sound design…
The Chicago Underground Film Festival (CUFF) announces the lineup for its 33rd edition, which runs September 23–27 at the Gene Siskel Film Center and the Harper Theater. The program presents…
In its 4th year, XL Fest, founded by Troy Pyor of Creative Cypher, the local entertainment ecosystem that produces the film festival, continues to emerge as Chicago’s premier film festival. The three-day festival will…
Get ready, Florida anime fans: artist Ringo is officially heading south for her Sunshine State debut at Animate! Orlando. Running August 14–16 at the Orange County Convention Center, the convention…
Creative production studio Flavor, part of the global Cutters Studios network, today announced a major leadership transition: Managing Director Neal Cohen, a defining force in Chicago’s commercial production community for…
Chicago Screenwriter and ISA Fast Track Fellow Melissa Birks Unveils New Feature Film in Development
In this exclusive interview, SCREEN sits down with Melissa Birks, the Chicago screenwriter behind a gripping new thriller that reexamines a legendary historical tragedy. The narrative follows Catherine O’Leary as…
The Chicago area is getting a healthy dose of cozy vibes this weekend. Popular illustrator Ringo is officially returning to town for Anime Midwest, taking place July 3–5 at the…
As millions of Americans prepare to hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday, the creators of the acclaimed independent film Everything Fun You Could Possibly Do in Aledo, Illinois are…
AbelsonTaylor Group has announced the promotion of Amy Restko to Vice President, Engagement Strategy. A strategic leader with expertise in behavioral insights, omnichannel strategy, and customer engagement, Restko has played…
June at Milwaukee Film’s historic cinemas features an abundance of themed programming, from two Pride Month series that explore various corners of queer media, to the return of Cinematic Sisterhood….
The Northwest Illinois Film Office just wrapped the Sixth Annual Northwest Illinois Film Festival: Shorts-A-Palooza 2026 at Morrison Tech, welcoming community members for an evening celebrating independent filmmaking from Northwest…
Momentum is surging in the Illinois entertainment sector following the massive success of the 2nd Annual Day of Destiny Entertainment Summit: Hidden Figures – Movers. Shakers. Decision Makers. Presented by…
A deeply personal, unflinching look at mental health, homelessness, and the enduring bonds of family is at the heart of Cat’s Tail, a narrative short film currently in pre-production. Fiscally…
What do Dolly Parton, The Price Is Right and Queen have in common? They’re all right here as Megan DeMeyer, Group Creative Director at Laughlin Constable stops by for a…
The HBO Original documentary THE A LIST: 15 STORIES FROM ASIAN AND PACIFIC DIASPORAS, directed by Eugene Yi (“The Rose: Come Back to Me,” “Free Chol Soo Lee”), executive produced by…
Cinema/Chicago, presenter of the Chicago International Film Festival, today announced the full lineup of films to be showcased at the 22nd edition of Summer Screenings, running June 3 – August 22,…
The RiverRun International Film Festival has announced the Audience and Jury Awards for the 2026 Festival. This year’s Festival ran April 17-25 and offered both in-person and virtual screenings. The…
Cinema/Chicago today announced the winning films presented at the 21st CineYouth Festival, which ran April 24 – 26 at FACETS and streams worldwide through May 3, 2026 with free virtual tickets online…
Imagine coming home one day and there’s a garden shed in your backyard that wasn’t there before. Imagine it’s locked and you can’t get into it. Imagine your partner won’t…
Slightly American Productions has announced the an upcoming collaboration between Chicago’s indie veterans and the DePaul MFA program. The Werewolf Problem is a SAG-AFTRA signatory short film written and directed…
The Chicago Film Critics Association (CFCA), the Chicago-area print, online and broadcast critics group that celebrates the art of film and film criticism, today announces the complete lineup, schedule and special guests…
In recognition of Donate Life Month this April, the National Kidney Foundation, Tessa Films and award-winning director Melissa Silverman have teamed up to launch a kidney donation awareness campaign aimed at inspiring hope and life-saving…
Chicago Filmmakers, the presenting organization of the Onion City Experimental Film Festival, is pleased to announce a dynamic lineup of eight competition screenings and five special event programs for its…
This weekend, McCormick Place will transform into a hub of vibrant creativity as the famed Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) welcomes the celebrated illustrator known by the pen name…
What do rollerskating rinks, the best steak ever and your Chicago Cubs have in common? They’re all right here as acclaimed filmmaker and Chicago native April Wright stops by for…
Asian Pop-Up Cinema returns to Chicago March 20 – April 12. The festival will present more than 30 feature films from across Asia alongside filmmaker appearances, awards presentations, and special events celebrating…
The AICP today announced the lineup for the 2026 AICP Awards Committee. A far-reaching and diverse group of industry veterans from the production, post production, and agency ranks, the AICP…
The 98th Academy Awards were filled with blockbuster moments! From “One Battle After Another” to the historical wins, here’s a recap from Hollywood’s biggest night. “One Battle After Another” took…
The biggest week in Hollywood is upon us. From Sinners‘ historical nominations to Leonardo DiCaprio’s eighth and everything in between, here’s some key things to look for as you gear…
What do Twilight, Elastigirl, and the cutest cats ever have in common? They’re all right here as Optimus Editor Caralyn Moore stops by for a thoroughly entertaining round of Five…
Asian Pop-Up Cinema today announced the initial details for its 20th edition, returning to Chicago March 20 – April 12, 2026. The festival will present more than 30 feature films from across…
While gearing up for the 2026 Milwaukee Film Festival to start on April 16, Milwaukee Film has a great selection of programming and events to keep audiences entertained throughout March….
Matt Miller, president and CEO of AICP, has revealed that Michelle Ross, managing director and founding partner of SUPERPRIME, has been named chairperson of the 2026 AICP Show: The Art…
Discover the cinema of Cyprus March 20-22, 2026. Thirteen films from Cyprus, three days only. Join the Gene Siskel Film Center for the Chicago European Union Film Festival (CEUFF) as we shine…
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 Optimus Editor Ariana DeSimone stop…
In the advertising world, Super Bowl Sunday is about anything but football. It’s about the commercials! We were thrilled to have Grey Executive Creative Director Sara Worthington stop by Screen…
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 Another Country Executive Producer Louise…
In the ad world, Super Bowl Sunday is all about the commercials! We were honored to have the Co-CEOs of The Cre8tors, Dani Jackson-Smith and Jenny Lumpkin, stop by Screen…
In the advertising world, Super Bowl Sunday is about anything but football. It’s about the commercials! We were thrilled to have Tessa Films Executive Producer and Founder Lisa Masseur stop…
Sharaun Brown offered up a spontaneous review of this year’s Grammy Awards during a recent interview with Screen Magazine. Referencing Kendrick Lamar, Chapel Roan, Doechii and a handful of others,…
What do The Bear, The Kardashians, and a Fresca robot (yes, you read that right) have in common? They’re all right here as Havas Chicago VP and Creative Director Priyoshi…
Sundance Institute announced the lineup for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival’s annual Beyond Film talks and events, a series featuring artist conversations and experts from various fields being held Friday, January 23–Friday, January…
Let’s start off the new year with some superb suspense. The New York Times has named this film one of “Five Horror Movies to Watch Now.” Starring Jennifer Harlow, Mark…
CynCity Productions, the Chicago-based production company rooted in creative ownership, equity, and artist development, proudly announces the completion of principal photography on its highly anticipated independent comedy-drama series, ‘Messy Lola’. The…
For the fourth year, the Gene Siskel Film Center of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago is excited to welcome back “Settle In”, its popular series of “marathon”…
Art House Convergence (AHC), the non-profit service organization dedicated to independent and art house cinemas, announced the hiring of Board President Lela Meadow-Conner as the organization’s first interim Executive Director,…
On the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the AAF Advertising Hall of Fame (AHOF), the esteemed Council of Judges, led by Chair Ross Martin, President of Known and Vice Chair Rita…
The Telly Awards, the world’s largest honor for video and television across all screens, opens its 47th Annual Call for Entries with the theme “Capture the Original.” This year’s season…
After a wildly successful run on the festival circuit, the award-winning short film Maggie’s Not Okay will debut on the prestigious YouTube channel Omeleto to its 4 million subscribers on…
This year’s Doc Chicago mini-conference kicks off with a showcase of regionally produced short documentaries at Chicago Filmmakers on Friday, Dec 5, followed by an afternoon of documentary-focused panels, a case study,…
Ogilvy has appointed Lyndsey Corona as chief executive officer for the US, bringing her proven leadership and strategic vision to offices spanning New York, Chicago, Washington, D.C., and California. In…
Dictionary Films, the integrated production arm of Cutters Studios, is very proud to announce that highly accomplished production executive Madeline Saloga has joined the rapidly evolving company as Senior Producer….
Grubhub, a leading online food delivery platform, announces the promotion of Jasmine Sharpe to Director of Creative, recognizing her exceptional leadership in driving the company’s recent visual identity transformation and…
‘Far from Home’ a short documentary on Afghan refugees in India, is currently on a vibrant Oscar run for Best Short Documentary. The film is generating significant buzz ahead of…
What do Tom Petty, Catwoman, and the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills have in common? They’re all right here as St. Louis Film Commissioner Kelley Hiatt stops by for a…
The International Screenwriters’ Association (ISA) is proud to announce Sari Earl as the Grand Prize Winner of the Table Read My Screenplay: Hollywood Competition. Earl’s heartfelt dramedy feature, Do Over,…
The winners are in! AICP’s Camp Kuleshov challenge for the Midwest region was a success once again and accolades were awarded in Chicago. The nightlife hotspot Tunnel at 151 W…
The 61st Chicago International Film Festival today announced A TERRIBLE SOUND as the winner of The Pitch at the 11th edition of Industry Days, the Festival’s annual conference that has become a hub for…
There’s a recurring question in film schools and creative writing programs: “How do I actually break into the industry?” For student screenwriters, the path from classroom to career has always…
The Chicago International Film Festival today announced the winning films at North America’s longest-running competitive film festival’s 61st edition, held from October 15 – 26, 2024. This year, 43 feature films competed…
What do the Music Box, the best mussels in town, and a pumpkin farm have in common? They’re all right here as Tessa Films Producer Jackie Schroeder stops by for…
The 61st Chicago International Film Festival, presented by Cinema/Chicago, announced today the program and schedule for Industry Days, running October 16 – 19, 2025 in downtown Chicago. Now in its 11th year, the…
The Chicago International Film Festival today announced the full lineup of films and programs included in this year’s 61st edition of North America’s longest-running competitive film festival, unspooling at venues across the…
Big Teeth Productions will turn 20-years-old on September 15. In honor of the milestone, the Chicago-based creative production studio will host film- and community-related events all weekend. The celebration starts…
Full-service independent agency Hanson Dodge made two senior announcements today: Agency veteran Katherine Schmidt has been promoted from Associate Creative Director to Creative Director, reporting to newly named Chief Creative…
The breakout proof of concept short film GOOD GIRLS GET FED is slated for a special screening to open up an industry showcase hosted by RISE FLIX and North Hollywood…
A Film Over 30 Years in the Making… ‘Her Life Choice’ from Emmy Winner Toni Crey Now on Amazon Prime
A passion project that began more than 30 years ago is now out on digital, emerging at a critical cultural moment, as the national discourse on reproductive rights has once…
On Monday, August 25th, Midwest Film Festival (MFF) returns to the Claudia Cassidy Theater at the Chicago Cultural Center (78 E. Washington St.) with a film lineup that will embark…
The last two words of the play Billie Jean were difficult to hear during a recent performance at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater. They made a double entendre that really tied the room…
Chicago PD’s Tracy Spiridakos is heading back to the small screen in another crime solving thriller. Tracy, who won over the hearts of Chi-hards as Detective Hailey Upton on PD,…
The Black & Brown Femme Film Festival 2025, presented by BBFF, returns for its highly anticipated annual celebration of women of color in film. This year’s festival invites audiences to…
What do Vince Vaughn, Wonder Woman and the Goo Goo Dolls have in common? They’re all right here as Journeywork Entertainment co-owner and producer Ana Christian stops by for a…
What do Oprah Winfrey, U2, and the loveliest Gibson guitar ever have in common? They’re all right here as BarkleyOKRP EVP, Head of Production and the Founder and CEO of…
Filmscape Chicago, the Midwest’s premier education event for film and television production, has announced its full slate of classes for the 2025 show, taking place June 21–22 at CineCity Studios…
Chicago camera rental house and production resource hub Camera Ambassador announces an exciting two-day event featuring the Camera Ambassador & Friends Lab during Filmscape – coming up this weekend June…
Filmmaker Dalila Droege has a very unique horror short ramping up for production, and today is the day for you to help her push the film out of the gate….
It’s often said that the only constant in life is change, and short film Places of Worship stands as a testament to this in more ways than one. Brought to…
The blossoming St. Louis independent film scene has a massive feather to add to its relatively newly crafted cap. The indie thriller Ride or Die was filmed in the Missouri…
Sarah Gitersonke of SG+ Reps recently hosted the 2nd annual SG Fam Fest at District Brew Yards, and SCREEN has photos for you from the festivities. Last year was the…
Big things are happening over at Chicago-based Journeywork Entertainment, owned and operated by post-production power couple C. Ryan Stemple and Ana Christian. Building on years of professional experience in a…
Chasers made history earlier this year as the first narrative project to screen at both Sundance Film Festival and Slamdance. This ambitious 30-minute one-shot pilot was made possible through incredible…
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the immediate promotion of Liz Stallmeyer (pictured left) to Head of Production, and Jaye Ayres-Brown (pictured center) to Producer for Cutters…
History has a way of resurfacing, and a new independent short film is reminding us that the struggles of the past are never as distant as they seem. In today’s…
DOC CHICAGO, an initiative by and for local documentary filmmakers, is excited to partner with Chicago Filmmakers to launch a new series of quarterly screenings and discussions. The DOC CHICAGO@Chicago…
What do Sofia Vergara, Table Mountain in Cape Town, and your 401k have in common? They’re all right here as Group Creative Director Brooke Anderson of Cincinnati-based Grey Midwest stops…
It’s not every commercial director that gets to spend a week training with the US military, or gets a behind-the-scenes tour of CIA headquarters, but then not every director is…
With offices in both Chicago and New York, Optimus and ONE continues its growth and today announced that they have signed Sarah Gitersonke as their new Midwest Sales Rep. Gitersonke…
One Chicago crossovers, fave episodes ever, and most importantly, what’s the best pizza in Chicago? Chicago Fire Executive Producer Andrea Newman has been with the beloved NBC drama from the…
AICP announced today that Judy John, Global Chief Creative Officer at global communications firm Edelman, has been named as the 2025 AICP Next Awards Judging Chair. In this role, John…
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago’s Gene Siskel Film Center is pleased to announce the complete festival program and schedule for its annual Chicago European Union Film Festival. This highly anticipated…
The AICP today announced the full roster for the Curatorial Committee for the 2025 AICP Show: The Art & Technique of the Commercial. The committee, representing a lineup of experts from…
In the ad world, Super Bowl Sunday is about anything but football. Or even Taylor Swift or Kendrick Lamar. It’s about the commercials! We were honored to have Brooke Anderson,…
charlieuniformtango is thrilled to announce that Morgan Taylor Bradley, an Emmy award winning film editor, has joined the Tango roster. Known for he dynamic storytelling and collaborative approach, Morgan brings…
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the immediate addition of distinguished Editor Kate Owen to its roster for exclusive representation across the U.S.A. The announcement was made by Cutters New…
Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, proudly announces the acquisition of North American VOD rights to the small town drama feature film SINGLE CAR…
Chicago-based Emmy-nominated nonprofit streaming platform and media incubator Open Television (OTV) proudly announces the launch of OTV ATLAS, an artist-driven initiative designed to provide critical resources and support to intersectional…
Today the 2025 Sundance Film Festival awards were presented at a ceremony for the jury and audience award–winning films at The Ray Theatre in Park City, where independent storytelling was…
As FACETS celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025, the iconic Chicago nonprofit art house cinema is unveiling exciting changes, including a new name, a fresh slate of programming and ambitious plans for…
Big Teeth Small Shorts Film Festival is back, bringing its 11th screening to Chicago’s indie cinema hub, Facets, on February 6, 2025. This one-of-a-kind event showcases an unexpected variety of…
The Midwest Film Festival (MFF) proudly announces the appointment of NK Gutiérrez as its new Executive Director, succeeding Erica Duffy effective December 2024. Gutiérrez, who has served as the festival’s…
Chicago’s award-winning creative agency Highdive today announced that industry veteran, Jen Passaniti, has been named President of 1986 Studio, the agency’s in-house production arm, which saw a top line growth…
“Love and loss are universal.” This declaration by O’Connor Casting’s Virginia Anello is at the heart of the SXSW and Fantasia hit, Adrianne & The Castle. Virginia stopped by SCREEN…
The Camp Kuleshov trailer competition for emerging creative artists in post production – a.k.a. Camp K – has recognized and awarded its winning and honorable mention entries at live events…
A new Peacock series has been filming in Chicago this month, but don’t get too excited just yet. All Her Fault is a thriller series led by Emmy winner Sarah…
Short film Fire F*cking Fire has been enjoying a lovely run on the festival circuit beginning with a New York premiere at Tribeca Film Festival, and a Best Short Film…
What do Amy Poehler, an epic round of Shark Tank and the most unexpected presidential candidate ever have in common? They’re all right here as Colorist Alison Bloom of Flavor…
Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, proudly announces the acquisition of North American VOD rights to the small town drama feature film SINGLE CAR…
The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today the storytellers selected for the 2024 Latine Fellowship and Collab Scholarship. Now in its third year, the program aims to expand Latine representation in independent media…
A thrilling Chicago-made sci-fi pilot three years in the making is finally set to take the screen. WIZDOM will be premiering tonight, Friday September 20th, from 6:00-9:00 pm at CineCity…
With offices in both Chicago and New York, Optimus is expanding its talent pool and today announced that Caralyn Moore has been promoted to editor. The latest addition to the…
The World Premiere is here for an impactful Chicago-made short film. The strength of sisterhood is at the heart of director Alyssa Thordarson’s Chronic. The film will debut at the…
There will not be a Season Four for the Peabody Award-winning and critically acclaimed HBO Original comedy series SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE, starring, written, and executive produced by comedian and singer Bridget…
Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival has unveiled its full slate of programming for the 42nd edition of the second-longest running LGBTQ+ film festival in the world, unspooling September…
A new era begins at DDBO. After more than 20 years as BBDO Worldwide’s CEO and president, Andrew Robertson is being succeeded by Nancy Reyes. Robertson, who will become BBDO’s…
There are more changes afoot at a cornerstone Chicago agency. BBDO is hiring its first CEO to lead both its New York and Chicago offices. Jiah Choi will be leaving…
The Camp Kuleshov trailer competition for emerging creative artists has announced its winners of The Lev, its top prize for each category, which is named for the Russian film and…
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A record-breaking crowd of film, television and advertising professionals descended upon CineCity Studios for Filmscape Chicago this past weekend. More than 1,000 attendees – a 40% increase from last year’s…
afterhrs. is excited to announce its photography division that will showcase Emerging, Established and Extraordinary artists that lens the role of culture in art and advertising. Managing this dynamic roster of…
“Power in Pride” is the theme for Pride Month 2024. ONE at Optimus, in the spirit of women empowerment and advocacy for all, today announces that Megan Stowe, a respected LGBTQIA+ Commercial/TV/Film Director,…
Your plans for this weekend are set: Filmscape Chicago is here. You can join film, television and advertising professionals June 22-23 at CineCity Studios all weekend for packed days of…
Chicago has lost one of the cornerstones of its film and television production community. Jacqueline “JJ” Ingram passed away this month, and her fellow filmmakers and collaborators are remembering her…
What do 90s hip hop, four WNBA superstars, and the best pepperoni pizza ever have in common? They’re all right here as sports documentary Shattered Glass director, Ohio filmmaker, and…
Fencepost, a Chicago-based studio providing film and video post-production to advertisers since 2016, announces the expansion of the virtual boutique to include two additional editors and a full slate of…
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Women in Film Night was hosted at the Rudolf Steiner Branch of the Anthroposophical Society at 4249 N Lincoln Ave in Chicago earlier this month. The event included film screenings, filmmaker…
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the addition of Christina Anderson in the role of Executive Producer of Cutters Detroit. The announcement was made by Cutters Studios…
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The 60th edition of the Chicago International Film Festival will arrive in this October, but first, the storied institution presented its annual gala on Saturday, June 1st, with very special…
STAR VEHICLE, directed by Tiffany Yvonne Cox, and featuring an all-star cast of actors with deep Chicago roots, is finally available to the public. The film was recently released on…
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The Midwest Chapter of AICP hosted its first Women’s Forum, and the landmark event was a massive success, attracting a capacity crowd of creatives and producers across the industry. The…
Filming in Chicago is underway for Steph Curry’s new scripted series Mr. Throwback, and it looks like the NBA superstar has found his female lead for the show. Saturday Night…
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IFA Chicago hosted an exciting new event on Wednesday, May 15th, where selected filmmakers from its Fiscal Sponsorship program came to the IFA Hub to pitch their projects and receive…
The Alliance of Independent Representatives (AIR) is proud to announce the winners of its 3rd Annual Unsigned Diverse Directors Showcase, sponsored by Simian. This year, the showcase received over 60…
Invisible People is an animated documentary series showcasing Malaysia’s stateless and refugee communities, chronicling their struggles and fights for systemic change. It explores individual stories beyond monolithic news headlines, uncovering diverse…
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SG+ Reps hosted a full roster bash, a first of its kind, for the Chicago advertising industry. The West Loop venue had a massive outdoor “yard” where the May 16th…
The Midwest Chapter of AICP is getting set to unveil its first Women’s Forum, which will be taking place on May 21 at Optimus. A networking event for AICP members…
What do Hamilton, the best BBQ in Texas, and the cutest dog ever have in common? They’re all right here as Visual Effects Artist Catherine Thomas of Texas-based charlieuniformtango stopped…
Production has officially wrapped on How’d It Go, a new short film directed by Elizabeth Laidlaw (pictured left) of CBS’s The Red Line and written by award-winning playwright and filmmaker…
Laughlin Constable (LC), the independent, full-service brand experiences agency, today announced it has named Allison Henley-Kehm as SVP, Head of People and Culture. The position is an integral leadership role…
There is new leadership at the helm of one of Chicago’s cornerstone agencies. Leo Burnett Chicago has hired Kate Jeffers as chief executive officer. Jeffers will oversee Leo Burnett’s flagship…
CMP, Chicago’s leading organization dedicated to supporting social-impact documentary film, today announced the full slate of films being showcased at the 9th annual Doc10 documentary film festival running May 2 – 5,…
The critically acclaimed Independent Spirit Award nominated feature We Grown Now is back in its hometown for a highly anticipated theatrical run. The Gene Siskel Film Center will present the…
Behind every great film is a superb screenplay, and behind every superb screenplay is a tireless journey of drafts and rewrites… and of course, table reads. Produced in partnership with…
Chicago Filmmakers is pleased to announce the competition programs for the 34th edition of the Onion City Experimental Film Festival, which will take place Thursday, April 4 to Sunday, April 7 at…
Highdive – an independently owned, full-service creative agency – announced today that Larissa Berringer has joined the agency as managing director of 1986 Studios, Highdive’s full-service, in-house production studio. Berringer comes…
Production has wrapped in Chicago on the new short film Chronic, directed by Alyssa Thordarson and written by Lydia Ellis Curry. The film follows Ruth, whose sister and best friend,…
HBO critically acclaimed comedy series Somebody Somewhere has wrapped filming on its third season. Final day of filming was yesterday, Wednesday, March 20th. Somebody Somewhere filmed Season Three in many…
What do RuPaul’s Drag Race, James Blunt and a “poison apple castle” have in common? They’re all right here as Motion Graphic Designer Mack Neaton of Flavor stops by for…
ColorNation is adding two new talents to its diverse roster of artists with the addition of Colorists Mary Perrino and Ana Rita. Their joining the remote color service was announced by Founder and…
Filmmaker and screenwriter Ava Duvernay once stated, “In documentaries, there’s a truth that unfolds unnaturally, and you get to chronicle it.” Through its Introduction to Documentary Filmmaking, a six-week intensive class from April 3rd – May…
Director Patricia Frontain mined her own teenage memories to dial up the humanity in Lifetime’s Surviving the Sleepover. “It’s about a new girl in town who is invited to a…
There is one weekend you can confidently ink into your 2024 calendar. Filmscape Chicago is set for June 21-23 at CineCity Studios, and registration is now open. Co-Founder Colette Gabriel…
Love, laughter, and a touch of reality TV matchmaking take center stage as the “Mad and Finally Single Podcast,” hosted by Chicago comedians Sommer Austin and Jamie Black, welcomed the…
In the ad world, Super Bowl Sunday is about anything but football. Or even Taylor Swift or Usher. It’s about the commercials! We were honored to have Chicago director Britt…
The Super Bowl was a big night for Cutters Studios, whose team collaborated with Highdive for the popular State Farm “Like a Good Neighbaaa” and BetMGM “For Everyone” commercials for…
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 Optimus Senior Audio Engineer Marina…
It’s been a thrilling month for director Clare Cooney and her team behind the horror feature Departing Seniors. On the heels of a prolific festival run with stops at the…
The theatrical and worldwide premieres are here for the horror thriller Departing Seniors. On the heels of a prolific festival run with stops at the Chicago International Film Festival and…
The theatrical premiere is here for Clare Cooney’s horror thriller Departing Seniors, and SCREEN has photos for you from the red carpet festivities. The acclaimed Chicago-made movie is now available…
2024 has launched with a prestigious world premiere from a promising Chicago directing duo. Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson made a splash on the national indie film scene when their…
Tabletop director Tyllie Barbosa has been helping brands tell beautiful stories since she began her career as a still life photographer in 2005. After fifteen years in the business working…
The Colonie is thrilled to announce the addition of two up-and-coming editors, Addy Bieniarz and Giorgia Harvey to their talent roster. “The creative energy, talent, and fresh perspectives Addy and…
Awards season is here, and so are the wins for the Chicago television community. The Creative Arts Emmy Awards handed out trophies for Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series, and…
What do Taylor Swift, Betty White, and The Killers have in common? They’re all right here as Executive Producer Erika Fiebiger of the Ann Arbor, Michigan-based creative production agency Hook stopped…
DDB Worldwide has announced that Micheline Grace Lewis has joined DDB North America as Chief People Officer, reporting to Global Chief People Officer, Roisin Rooney. The addition of Lewis amplifies…
Tiffany Taveras doesn’t just edit; she crafts stories with meaning and intention that resonate across high-profile brands, music videos, and film. Executive Producer Ryan Smith expressed his enthusiasm saying, “I am…
2024 will launch with a prestigious world premiere from a promising Chicago directing duo. Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson made a splash on the national indie film scene when their…
Fitting Descriptions, a short film co-directed by Tiffany Bedwell and John Mossman, launched its festival run with a west coast world premiere on December 7th, the final day of the…
The Chicago Film Critics Association (CFCA) today announces nominees for their top film honors of 2023; winners will be announced at the organization’s annual awards ceremony to be held in…
Creative studio Camp Lucky deepens its commitment to long form entertainment, launching an official division dedicated to feature and episodic development, as well as custom production and post collaborations. From film and television…
Liz Charky Directs Ogreta in the Music Video for Her Cheeky Portrayal of Loneliness ‘Shirts & Hopes’
Ogreta (the indie-folk project by Irish artist Penny O’Brien) and director Liz Charky explore the inner conflict of trying to be present while wanting to disappear in the reflective, playful,…
DDB will have new leadership at the helm in 2024. DDB Worldwide has hired Leo Burnett’s Global Chief Creative Officer Chaka Sobhani as its president and international chief creative officer,…
Chicago Filmmaker Zanah Thirus (pictured top left), recognized as one of Diversity in Cannes’ Top Ten Filmmakers of the Decade, is set to challenge societal norms and tickle funny bones…
What do The Rolling Stones, Grey’s Anatomy and the X-Men have in common? They’re all right here as FCB Chicago Story Supervisor Shannon Clash stops by for a thoroughly entertaining…
What do Wonder Woman, Travis Kelce and the best Halloween costume ever have in common? They’re all right here as Whitehouse Post editor Morgan Taylor Bradley stopped by for a…
What do Foo Fighters, Mary Poppins, and Salt-N-Pepa have in common? They’re all right here as VMYL&R Senior Integrated Producer Allie Magill stops by for a thoroughly entertaining round of…
World-renowned singer, the late Carol Sloane is the subject of the new feature-length documentary, Sloane: A Jazz Singer, directed by Michael Lippert. The film recently took First Prize in the Feature…
LeeAnn Webster is one of ten storytellers scheduled to compete in The Moth’s Chicago GrandSLAM competition at the Athenaeum Center on Saturday October 7. A motivational speaker and enthusiastic adventurer,…
Leo Burnett Chicago opens the new month with a new head of strategy, Samantha Cescau. Samantha will be based in the agency’s Chicago headquarters, reporting to Gareth Goodall, chief strategy…
The theatrical premiere is here for a Chicago-made grand jury prize winner. Waiting for the Light to Change opens at the Gene Siskel Film Center this weekend through September 28th,…
The theatrical premiere is here for a Chicago made festival favorite. Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group, is pleased to announce both theatrical…
Director Jeana Khoury, whose evocative work for the Joburg Ballet and her powerful “Bride Armour” anti-domestic violence spot for Carling Black Label have won awards and raised eyebrows, brings her…
For the 14th consecutive year, the Midwest Film Festival (MFF) hosted its Women & Gender Non-Conforming Filmmakers Night. The event showcases and celebrates the work of historically underrepresented filmmakers and…
Highdive, the highly-awarded, fast-growing, sought-after independent advertising agency, announced today that its leader and co-owner, Megan Lally, has been elevated from managing partner to CEO. “Megan has always been the leader…
Midwest Film Festival’s 14th Annual Women & Gender Non-Conforming Filmmakers Night Set for August 28
For the 14th consecutive year, the Midwest Film Festival (MFF) will host its Women & Gender Non-Conforming Filmmakers Night. The event showcases and celebrates the work of historically underrepresented filmmakers…
Cinema is often at its strongest when we find ourselves inspired by individuals displaying extraordinary courage and conviction. Such is the case with Chicago filmmaker Brent Huffman’s latest documentary feature…
What do the Friends cookbook, a round of The Match Game, and a glorious cello have in common? They’re all right here as Milwaukee “Agency of the Year” winner Bader…
The theatrical premiere is here for Chicago filmmaker Jennifer Reeder’s latest feature. Perpetrator had its World Premiere at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival before traversing to New York for…
Mezcla Media Collective announced that Co-Founder Colette Ghunim is among the first cohort of 100 emerging changemakers selected to participate in the Obama Foundation’s Leaders USA program. The Obama Leaders…
IFA Chicago, in partnership with SAG-AFTRA, assembled a superb cast and capacity crowd for a table read of the feature film script, A Real One, by writer, director and Sundance…
It has been a momentous week for a Chicago advertising community cornerstone. Leo Burnett has named Liz Taylor its co-president and chief operating officer of the Chicago office. In the…
World Premiere at UK’s Legendary Frightfest for Clare Cooney’s Filmed-In-Chicago ‘Departing Seniors’
The legendary FrightFest, the UK’s biggest horror and fantasy film festival, returns to London’s Cineworld Leicester Square this August 24 – 28 for its 24th edition, and a filmed-in-Chicago feature is among the jaw-dropping…
The Illinois creative production community is mourning the loss of one of its longtime leaders. Former Illinois Film Office director Suzy Kellett passed away unexpectedly. Suzy was head of the…
What do Wonder Woman, Antonio Banderas and the inimitable Alex Trebek have in common? They’re all right here as the new Executive Director of the Gene Siskel Film Center, Emily…
The half-hour Chicago-made TV pilot “I Didn’t Mean To Go Mental” made its L.A. premiere at the iconic TCL Chinese Theater as part of the Dances With Films festival on…
What do David Bowie, the U.S. Women’s National Team, and the most adorable photo in Five Questions history have in common? They’re all right here as Editor Devon Bradbury of…
IFA Chicago presented an intimate, in-person event conversation and Q&A with award-winning director and Chicago filmmaker Kris Rey earlier this month. Rey’s most recent feature I Used To Go Here…
Earlier this month, the Chicago arts community came together for a celebration of Women in Film at the Madron Gallery in Lincoln Park. The night featured live musical acts, alongside…
In times like these, we could all use a good laugh. For brands and agencies thinking just that, there’s good news: Director Melissa Silverman, whose comedy and performance chops have…
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,…
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…
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…
Mark your calendars for this Saturday. Vibes Video Productions is proud to announce the premiere of One of the Boys, a comedic web series starring Hannah Eisendrath, Anania Williams, Ealon…
The Telly Awards, the world’s largest honor for video and television across all screens, has announced its 44th annual winners after a record-breaking year for entries. Winners include some of…
High-end editorial boutique Cutters announces the immediate addition of distinguished Editor Devon Bradbury to its roster for exclusive representation across the U.S.A. The announcement was made by Cutters New York…
The Fantastic Pavilion, a new hub for the genre community set to make its debut at Cannes’ Marché du Film this week, has revealed its seven Gala screenings, and a…
Camp Lucky is excited to be a part of the team behind HGTV’s new series Home In A Heartbeat. Produced by Rabbit Foot Entertainment, the show features host Galey Alix – Wall…
The premiere is here, and the daring duo behind the show is here to give you a sneak peek. The critically acclaimed HBO Original comedy series Somebody Somewhere, starring and…
Stage and screen phenoms Kristina Wong (Sweatshop Overlord – LA Times “Must See” / NY Times “Critic’s Pick”) and Charisma Carpenter (Buffy the Vampire Slayer; Angel) come together in an AI comfort film as final…
Whitehouse Post has enhanced its roster with the addition of Emmy award-winning editor Morgan Taylor Bradley. A captivating editor with more than a decade of experience cutting at top post houses…
What do The Shield, an epic triathlon, and the best Brussels sprouts ever have in common? They’re all right here Chicago Fire and Chicago PD‘s Chicago Casting Director Claire Simon…
PAPER PLANES, a new short film co-directed by Alyssa Thordarson [AFTER (A LOVE STORY)] and Michael Glover Smith (RELATIVE), based on an original screenplay by Thordarson, will have its world,…
French Butter, the food and beverage production company, has capped its recent surge of attention-getting work by celebrating the role women play in its sales, management and growth. A certified…
What do Clint Eastwood, Kenan Thompson, and The Joker have in common? They’re all right here as Carbon Chicago Executive Producer Gretchen Praeger stops by SCREEN for a thoroughly entertaining…
The premiere is here for a cornerstone of the Chicago production community. Patricia Frontain, who has served as Script Supervisor for more than 200 episodes of the popular NBC series…
Women’s History Month Short Film Screening Saturday, Presented By Community Film Workshop of Chicago
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Community Film Workshop of Chicago (CFWC) will host a free screening with women filmmakers from Chicago’s South Side on Saturday, March 25th from…
Texas filmmaker Kayla Abuda Galang, the Filipino-born, U.S.-raised filmmaker known for dynamic, character-driven stories that explore themes of home, family, and belonging, received the SXSW 2023 Special Jury Award in…
Illinois Indie Thriller ‘The Unseen’ Starring ‘Breaking Bad’s RJ Mitte Acquired By Gravitas Ventures
Great news has arrived for an Illinois indie. Gravitas Ventures has acquired North American rights to the feature film The Unseen. Jennifer A. Goodman wrote, starred in, and produced the…
Shauna Seresin and Mary Knox of Minerva (the name appropriately refers to the Roman goddess of wisdom and victory!) have begun to represent SEED Media Arts in the Northeast US…
It’s a little bit It’s a Wonderful Life… without the virtuous protagonist. Welcome to The Resentful Angel, the promising pilot executive produced by Cheryl Graeff & Shelley Daniels, crafted with an all-Chicago collective of…
The Grey List is a curated list of original, high-quality, market-ready feature and pilot scripts from writers over the age of 40, and the script for Oriole Park made the cut….
The 39th Chicago Latino Film Festival announces today the selection of Claudia Sainte Luce’s offbeat comedy about second chances, Love & Mathematics, as its Opening Night film on Thursday April…
What does it mean to “channel your inner Beyonce?” Find out right here as Casting Director AJ Links of Chicago’s superb PR Casting stops by for a thoroughly entertaining round…
Chicago Filmmakers, the presenting organization of the Onion City Experimental Film Festival, is pleased to announce the full slate of programs for the 33rd edition, running March 30 – April 9….
The premiere is here! The critically acclaimed HBO Original comedy series Somebody Somewhere, starring and executive produced by comedian and singer Bridget Everett, returns for its seven-episode second season Sunday,…
High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the immediate addition of distinguished Editor Elena De Palma to its roster for exclusive representation across the U.S.A. For De Palma,…
Marvel Studios might be looking at a possible delay for its upcoming Disney+ series, Ironheart, which filmed briefly in Chicago. Ironheart, with Dominique Thorne reprising her role as Riri Williams…
What do Charles Barkley, The Bachelor, and the craziest commercial ever made have in common? They’re all right here as Leo Burnett SVP and Executive Producer Bridget Rose answers Five…
On the heels of a wildly successful festival run, including a dozen award nominations, nine wins, playing at Academy-Award qualifiers, local screenings, and more than twenty fests all over the country,…
The Distillery Project (TDP) has hired Creative Director Vanessa Fortier. A creative leader with a proven ability to build major brands through the power of 360 cross-channel ideas, Fortier has received…
What do the X-Men, Pushing Daisies, and the best restaurant ever have in common? They’re all right here as Chicago-based Casting Director Jessica Lyons of O’Connor Casting stopped by for…
We are thrilled to kick off the new year with a very special guest from America’s favorite night of TV on NBC. Nicole Rubio has directed episodes of Chicago Fire,…
The Grammy Award-winning folk rock duo Indigo Girls will perform at Opening Night: A Taste of Sundance presented by IMDbPro on January 19 in Park City. The band will also premiere their new documentary, It’s…
It’s time to get the band back together! So say Nora Kaye and Whitney Uland, who co-wrote, co-directed and co-star in The Cosmos Sisters, a dark comedy about two high school…
Director Patricia Frontain completed production on a Lifetime movie starring Mena Suvari in mid-November. Managing about 30 crew, she worked an “incredibly intense” 12-day schedule in Los Angeles to shoot…
Chicago women film and television directors have fought their way into the national spotlight in recent years, and that momentum is stronger than ever. Jennifer Reeder is now one of…
What do hot yoga sessions with Slash (yes, the guitar legend Slash), loving Star Wars, and completing FOUR triathlons have in common? They’re all right here as Quriosity Senior Producer…
Sundance is live and in-person once again! Today the nonprofit Sundance Institute announced the slate of independent films selected across the feature film categories for the 2023 Sundance Film Festival….
IFA Chicago’s “Breakthrough Voice Award” is an honor given to an individual whose work has already received professional acclaim and demonstrates an exceptional level of creative quality and storytelling integrity,…
Chicago’s AICP Awards Show is coming up this Thursday and one of the night’s many special guests is Leo Burnett EVP and Head of Production Ashley Geisheker. Before the big…
The secret’s out! After a week kicked off by a mysterious Instagram post this past Monday announcing to “Tune in Thursday for Something New…,” Camera Ambassador and Cinema Femme proudly…
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As Halloween thrills trail into November and those Fall chills begin to set in, a haunting tale is beginning to take shape for the year ahead. Chicago/LA filmmaker Layne Marie…
The highly anticipated Marvel Studios series Ironheart landed in Chicago to film in October and November, and it did so with a Chicago filmmaker in the director’s chair. The Emmy-nominated…
There is an important personnel update to share from the Chicago cultural landscape. After nearly two decades at the Gene Siskel Film Center, Executive Director Jean de St. Aubin is leaving…
The new Marvel Studios series Ironheart has completed its two weeks of filming throughout Chicago, and that’s also a wrap on principal filming for the inaugural season of the franchise….
A Halloween treat is here for the Chicago production community as well as Chicago comic book diehards. The new Marvel Studios series Ironheart is now filming in the Windy City….
That time you nearly hit Tim Robbins with your car, plus the Best Halloween Costume Ever! We have all that and more as Whitehouse Executive Producer Kristin Angeletti stopped by…
What do Married at First Sight, Dennis Quaid, and the Strangest Halloween Ever have in common? They’re all right here as Chicago-based Prysm Studios Producer Sarah Mueller stops by for…
Powerful storytelling is at the forefront, and you’ll have your first look this Sunday. charlieuniformtango recently collaborated on Director Gretchen Stoeltje’s compelling documentary, Shouting Down Midnight, executive produced by Richard…
As we look ahead to 2023, there are five Illinois features in the works that deserve a spot on your radar. Let’s take a look… The 58th Chicago International Film Festival has…
What do Pat Benatar, a 1933 Louis XV Steinway Grand Piano, and the best Halloween costume ever have in common? They’re all right here as Chicago and Midwest talent rep…
More good news for the Chicago production community… and for Chicago comic book diehards. The new Marvel Studios series Ironheart will be filming in the Windy City at the end…
Chicago native Haroula Rose burst onto the independent film world with her debut feature and festival darling Once Upon a River, and she has now wrapped production in Chicago on…
The Chicago International Film Festival today announced that award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Katie Couric, executive producer of NO ORDINARY CAMPAIGN, will appear at an encore presentation of her film. Meanwhile, two new…
From Toronto to Tessa. Director Mercedes Bryce Morgan has joined the directorial roster of the Chicago and L.A.-based Tessa Films. Already busy with a variety of projects under the Tessa…
What do Keanu Reeves, the O’Jays, and an epic trip to Aruba have in common? They’re all right here as FCB Chicago Executive Producer Whitney Cusack stops by for an…
Entrepreneur, publisher, author, producer, and philanthropist Chaz Ebert has spent her career championing overlooked films and filmmakers, providing invaluable opportunities for new and diverse voices. Her work as a film…
Clare Cooney couldn’t be happier. Her feature directorial debut, the horror-comedy Departing Seniors, has been filming throughout the month and is set to wrap this week. Clare has an all-star…
Following a series of tremendously successful short film forays, Clare Cooney is making her feature film directorial debut. The project is currently underway in her longtime artistic home of Chicago….
April Wright fell in love with movies growing up north of Chicago where she went to the Waukegan Drive-in, The Grayslake Outdoor, and the Keno across the border in Kenosha,…
What do Eminem, Lassie, and an epic round of Double Dare have in common? They’re all right here as Cramer-Krasselt VP and Group Creative Director Amy Gozalka stops by for…
Chicago Filmmakers is pleased to announce that the Chicago Digital Media Production Fund (CDMPF) has awarded cash grants ranging from $3,000 to $20,000 to seven Chicago artists for the production…
It’s been a sensational summer so far for Wendy Roderweiss. Her Chicago-made pilot Inferno has been snapped up by RokuChannel, and hope is high for the future of the series….
The prolific festival run continues for Chicago-made short film After (A Love Story). The dramatic piece launches its West Coast leg this week, with a Los Angeles Premiere at the…
What do a canceled Fox TV show, an epic trip to Bali, and the best cheeseburger ever have in common? They’re all right here as Creative Director Katie Bero of…
The cast and crew of I Didn’t Mean To Go Mental are still soaring following a successful shoot this Summer. “It was the biggest dream of mine coming true right…
Award winning director Meg Gàmez has joined SEED Media Arts for exclusive representation after owning, directing, and serving as Executive Producer at her own production company for several years. A first-generation Hispanic…
The Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade has sent shockwaves through the entire country, and women in the Chicago creative community are speaking out. From chief advertising executives…
Optimus today announced that Ariana DeSimone has been promoted to editor. The latest addition to the leading production and post house’s growing editorial team, Ariana brings creativity, passion, and a relentless work ethic to her…
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A very personal story for an up-and-coming director is about make a very public World Premiere. The Year Between will debut at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City…
It’s shaping up to be a busy summer in Illinois. The HBO comedy series Somebody Somewhere, led by Bridget Everett and executive produced by Mark and Jay Duplass, began filming…
Matt Miller, President and CEO of AICP, today announced the appointment of Sheila R. Brown as the association’s first-ever VP, Equity & Inclusion. Brown will represent the association in all…
Excitement has been building and comic book diehards are buzzing about the new Marvel Studios series Ironheart. The series is expected to film in Atlanta and Chicago between now and…
Meet Chicago’s newest casting director. O’Connor Casting has long been established as one of the top commercial casting forces in Chicago, if not in the country, and they have added…
Excitement is building and comic book diehards are buzzing about the new Marvel Studios series Ironheart. SCREEN broke the news last week about a possible June shoot start, and those…
What do the Newlywed Game, George Strait, and Disneyland have in common? They’re all right here as charlieuniformtango Director of Sales Fran Montoya answers Five Questions with SCREEN. Let’s get…
SCREEN broke the news last fall that the Marvel Studios series Ironheart was likely to film in Chicago in 2022, and it appears that time may be approaching. Sources tell…
Creative Studio Carbon has promoted Bree Brackett to colorist. Brackett is making her mark straight out of the gate with campaigns for Adidas, AT&T, eBay, Gap and Nike, to name a few. Bree…
A Chicago filmmaker is bringing her next project back home. Minhal Baig’s most recent feature film, Hala, was a Sundance Grand Jury Award Nominee and critics’ pick, was executive produced…
It’s shaping up to be a busy summer in Illinois. The HBO comedy series Somebody Somewhere, led by Bridget Everett and executive produced by Mark and Jay Duplass, is ramping…
Lindsay Tyler has been a mainstay in the Chicago advertising community for over two decades, with tenures at FCB Chicago and Havas. Lindsay recently joined the team at Whirlpool as…
Chicago-made short film After (A Love Story) will have its World Premiere at the Academy-Qualifying 46th Cleveland International Film Festival. The film, which tells the story of a surviving couple…
![Chicago Sci-Fi Pilot 'Wizdom' Wraps, Powers Ahead to Post [Exclusive BTS Photos]](https://screenmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC0367-1-200x300.jpg)
The exciting new sci-fi pilot Wizdom has wrapped production at Cinecity Studios in Chicago and is now in post and picking up steam. SCREEN has exclusive behind-the-scenes photos, and a…
Miley Cyrus, Saved By the Bell, and the best advice ever! All here in the week’s round of Five Questions. The Chicago Media Angels investment group is all about connecting…
What do Captain America, Foo Fighters, and the best sushi ever have in common? They’re all here as Picture North Executive Producer and Head of Development Neha Datt Schultz answers…
Led Zeppelin, Jersey Shore, and the best episode of Chicago Fire ever! It’s all here as Chicago Fire, Chicago PD, and Chicago Med Co-Producer Daniele Bernstein Answers Five Questions with…
Just a few episodes into its debut season, the comedy series Somebody Somewhere, led by Bridget Everett and executive produced by Mark and Jay Duplass, has received a second season…
What do Ava DuVernay, Married at First Sight, and an epic seafood boil have in common? They’re all right here today as director Chan C. Smith of the Tessa Films…
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Jennifer Reeder’s next film is here. Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural announced the release for Jennifer Reeder’s latest thriller Night’s End is set…
It’s always a joy to start the work week with some positive news. High-end editorial boutique Cutters is very proud to announce the promotion of Magdalena Hernández to Editor. The…
A thrilling new sci-fi pilot is arriving in Chicago in 2022. Thieves test their limits to survive each heist. Motorcycles race faster than the speed of light. Home cooked drugs…
Over 10,000 films submitted, only 59 are selected. Close Ties to Home Country, a short comedy produced and filmed in Chicago, is heading to the 2022 Sundance Film Festival. The…
The compelling and thought-provoking independent feature Killing Eleanor is now available for you to enjoy on digital platforms across the globe. The Illinois indie is presented by Chicago Media Angels…
2021 has marked a pivotal year in Zanah Thirus’ career journey as a producer and director. She began her journey in advertising as an Associate Producer at FCB Chicago in…
Tarleton/Dawn Productions and Kelley and Ryan Kitley announce that the film, Gray Area, will premiere at the Lake Street Theatre on October 25, 2021. Gray Area was almost entirely funded by the Oak…
There is a new sci-fi franchise in the works in Chicago, with a highly touted ensemble of homegrown talent at its core and an all-star Executive Producer set to support….
Comedy Central has brought a new project – and potentially a new series – to Chicago. The project is entitled Surina and Mel Light it Up: A Diwali Story, and…
This spring, as the world looked to be emerging from the pandemic’s grip, Chicago actor and writer Alyssa Thordarson (pictured left) began thinking about the ways in which people deal…
Join the International Screenwriters’ Association on August 13th for a virtual table read of the Grand Prize-winning script for the 2021 Table Read My Screenplay Competition: The Surveillance of Ordinary Things…
The Sundance Institute and WIF (Women In Film, Los Angeles) today announced the projects and creators selected for the annual WIF and Sundance Institute Financing Intensive, and there is an…
Producers of Oscar Winners, Independent Spirit Award Nominees, and Festival Grand Jury Prize Winners are aplenty in the impressive collective of mentors Full Spectrum Features and the Chicago Film Office…
There are five producers in Chicago you need to know, and five projects you’ll want to add to your radar for the months ahead. These five filmmakers were selected to…
The best trips are never planned. When a straight-laced high school student has a regrettable first sexual encounter, she and her and slacker best friend have 24 hours to hunt…
2021 is shaping up nicely for Clare Cooney. With a feature film heading into production this summer, the award-winning actor-director-writer-editor-producer just released her latest short film on the prestigious short…
Zanah Thirus’ flair for effectively producing 21st-century films is how successful filmmakers build their careers. At film conference Q&A sessions and even on peer-to-peer calls, the conversations heavily revolve around…
Triple Threat is leaping from its world premiere at the Cinequest Film & VR Festival to a rigorous festival run. But before the film begins its prolific roadtrip, writer-director Stacey…
Apple has ordered a new series, RIPPLE EFFECTS starring Emmy Award winner Elisabeth Moss, for its streaming service Apple TV+, and the series will be shooting in Chicago. Oscar winner…
The AICP’s Equity & Inclusion Committee, an integral part of the association’s commitment to facilitate real and sustainable long-term equity shifts within our industry, has unveiled plans for its new…
American Documentary (AmDoc) the parent organization of the PBS documentary series POV, announced the addition of Opal H. Bennett as Co-Producer for POV, the longest independent documentary showcase on television. …
The dynamic duo of director-actor Sadie Rogers and producer Grace Hahn has much to celebrate this week as their stunning sci-fi short film HOW IS THIS THE WORLD? releases worldwide…
Chan C. Smith, a Chicago native who’s taken her skill as a storyteller to such genres as publishing, media and documentary film, is set to make her mark on the…
SCREEN’s Joanna Kay talks with powerhouse female filmmaker Iram Parveen Bilal about her critically acclaimed new film I’LL MEET YOU THERE. Enjoy the uplifting interview below then click here to…
Set aside the Netflix remote for a night and enjoy some local fare this weekend! The first season of the female-driven, Chicago-made web series BETA is now up and ready…
Another prestigious honor for a Chicago filmmaker. The Black List and Cassian Elwes have selected Aemilia Scott as the 2021 Cassian Elwes Independent Screenwriting Fellow. Scott is a writer/director whose…
Writing, producing, and shooting a feature film in less than a month is quite a feat. But that’s exactly what happened. “We wanted to do something silly and we wanted…
Here’s some eggnog for your holiday as the Disney-owned Freeform has a pilot entitled SINGLE DRUNK FEMALE currently filming in Chicago. The half-hour pilot, produced by 20th Television, is being…
God literally forbids she turn off a vibrator gone rogue, so an Orthodox Jew sets out on a quest to find someone who can. Screen’s Joanna Kay chats with director…
The Oscar-qualifying short film showcase HollyShorts is bigger and better than ever, and this year, it’s virtual. Enjoy some of the best and brightest short form filmmakers from across the…
Illinois-Indiana indie THE MISADVENTURES OF MISTRESS MANEATER is riding a successful festival run into its worldwide digital release on Amazon, and here is your first look at the feature from…
This fall in Milwaukee, Chicago-based travel app and linear channel, GoTraveler, is filming their first original series pilot. The new series CURBSIDE EATS is centered around good food, good drinks,…
As we look ahead to 2021, there are four Illinois features in the works that deserve a spot on your radar. Let’s take a look… The 56th Chicago International Film…
The explosive and controversial documentary IMMIGRATION NATION is now on Netflix and rattling viewers on both sides of this national debate. Screen Correspondent Joanna Kay sat down with co-directors Christina…
Chicago filmmaker Ayesha Abouelazm, who has two shorts about gender and cultural bias, is turning one of her short films, THE GIRL IN THE BLUE BRA, into a feature. Right…
Parents and teachers have been faced with the new challenge of discussing the ever-evolving pandemic outbreak with young children. 12-year-old Natalie Munez Lising had an idea, and wrote a story…
This week, The Colonie colorist Jennifer Gaida answers Five Questions with SCREEN. Gaida joined The Colonie’s staff at the beginning of the year following a stint with Energy BBDO’s Flare……
Film has become more comforting than entertaining. Our screens are window frames and galleries to the world. Do you ever notice that you want to turn on the TV, but…
When Will Smith asked her if she wanted to help launch his first production company she said, “It depends.” Meet Danita Patterson, a woman who was set in her Midwest…
Jennifer Reeder’s psychological thriller KNIVES AND SKIN has received raves throughout its prolific festival run, which included a World Premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival, and American Premiere at…
In the latest installment of our popular weekly feature, Lisa Effress, managing director at 11 Dollar Bill in Boulder, answers Five Questions with SCREEN. SCREEN: Most famous person you’ve ever…
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