Remembering the March on Washington, 1979: A Filmmaker Captures LGBTQ History
Filmmaker Frances Reid recounts her experience documenting the first March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights in 1979.
8 Fun Facts About ‘Toy Story 4’ That Will Make You Want to Race to the Theater
In case you missed it while you were still obsessing over the “Game of Thrones” finale, the final trailer for “Toy Story 4” (watch it below) was just released. That’s right, the fourth and possibly final installment in the franchise that began in 1995 with Pixar’s seminal “Toy Story,” the world’s first computer-animated feature, comes […]
10 Must-See 2019 Summer Movies Guaranteed to Be Blockbusters
Arrange your summer plans accordingly: the box office is going to be heating up with a truckload of highly-anticipated blockbusters this year. Highlights include live-action remakes from Disney, the return of our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, the resurgence of Godzilla, and even a new chapter from our favorite Pixar toys. With all the major studios vying […]
‘Black Panther’ Star Danai Gurira Talks Growing Up in Zimbabwe, Finding Her Passion, and the Drive to ‘Do More’
If you’ve been keeping tabs on this year’s awards season, leading up to the main event on Feb. 24, the 91st Academy Awards, you’ve probably seen Danai Gurira and her Black Panther co-stars gracing the red carpets and stages of the Golden Globes, and, most recently, the Screen Actor’s Guild Awards, where they took home […]
5 Reasons 'Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical' Will Be Everything to Fans of the Film
“Cruel Intentions,” one of the most beloved teen dramas from the ‘90s, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. The film seduced a generation and starred some of the most crush-worthy actors of the time: Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Selma Blair. It was wicked, shocking, and decades later the story about the manipulative world of […]
30 of the Best Things to Do in Chicago This April
Spring has arrived in Chicago and with it comes can’t-miss events for “Star Wars” fans, foodies, bookworms, and really anyone looking to get outside after a long winter. Comedy April 27: Trevor Noah: The Loud & Clear Tour “The Daily Show” host Trevor Noah is coming to Chicago for one hilarious night. United Center, 1901 […]
Weekend 101: March 29-31
As we say goodbye to March, don’t miss the national tour of a Broadway hit, the world premiere of a play based on a classic fairy tale, an annual film festival, and an evening with the composer behind some of your favorite Disney songs. “Anastasia“ March 26 to April 7 Chicago This favorite film is […]
Love A Cappella and Disney Music? You Need to Hear This Group
A cappella-loving Disney fans, meet your dream mash-up. Created by Disney and contemporary a cappella legend Deke Sharon (“Pitch Perfect,” “The Sing Off”), DCappella is a powerhouse group of seven incredible vocalists, assembled through a nationwide search. You won’t believe your ears when you hear their show-stopping a cappella renditions of classic Disney hits. The seven […]
Love A Cappella and Disney Music? You Need to Hear This Group
A cappella-loving Disney fans, meet your dream mash-up. Created by Disney and contemporary a cappella legend Deke Sharon (“Pitch Perfect,” “The Sing Off”), DCappella is a powerhouse group of seven incredible vocalists, assembled through a nationwide search. You won’t believe your ears when you hear their show-stopping a cappella renditions of classic Disney hits. The seven […]
15 Bay Area Filmmakers to Watch
While the Bay Area has long served as an oasis of creativity for the film industry, Northern California is currently experiencing nothing short of a renaissance when it comes to impressively talented local filmmakers. In 2018 alone, three films focused on Oakland (and conceived by Oakland natives) earned critical acclaim: the Marvel blockbuster Black Panther, […]
