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TV Review: FX Promises Dark Journey Across ‘The Bridge’
CHICAGO– FX’s “The Bridge” bears undeniable resemblance to other recent cable hits. The quirky-but-smart female lead will remind viewers of Claire Danes’ award-winning performance on Showtime’s...
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HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 50 Pairs of Passes to ‘Grown Ups 2’ With Adam...
CHICAGO– In the latest HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film with our unique social giveaway technology, we have 50 pairs of advance-screening movie passes up for grabs to the highly anticipated...
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Slideshow: Bill Maher, Bob Newhart Perform at the 2013 ‘Just for Laughs Chicago’
Previous | Image 1 of 13 | NextBill Maher headlines ‘Just for Laugh Chicago’ at The Chicago Theatre.CHICAGO– Two icons of comedy, one contemporary and one classic, took the stage during last month’s...
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TV Review: NBC Wants You to Enroll in Likable ‘Camp’
CHICAGO– Here are a few words that adequately describe NBC’s “Camp,” a Summer series premiering this Wednesday, July 10, 2013 — “Likable,” “Amiable,” “Cute,” “Fun.” It’s not designed to challenge your...
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TV Review: Netflix Continues Hot Streak with Excellent ‘Orange is the New Black’
CHICAGO– Jenji Kohan’s “Orange is the New Black,” premiering in its entirety this Thursday, July 11, 2013 on Netflix for those of you who love your binge viewing, is one of those rare programs that...
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HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 40 Pairs of Passes to Sundance Grand Jury Winner...
CHICAGO– In the latest HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film with our unique social giveaway technology, we have 40 pairs of advance-screening movie passes up for grabs to the Sundance Film Festival Grand...
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Interview: Jeff Garlin Gives Advice on ‘Dealin’ with Idiots’
CHICAGO– Jeff Garlin is what he is. He wants to emphasize that characteristic over any in the formation and development of his many characters – most famously as Jeff Greene on “Curb Your Enthusiasm”...
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Film Review: ‘Pacific Rim’ is Classic Sci-fi Cult Movie Joy
CHICAGO– Leave it to the wondrous auteur, director Guillermo del Toro, to push the boundaries of giant science fiction epics simply by paying homage to their predecessors. The grand, glorious embrace...
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Film Review: Background Singers Get Up Front in ‘20 Feet from Stardom’
CHICAGO– One the great points in “20 Feet from Stardom” is that often in our favorite hit songs, we sing along to the background singers rather than the lead vocal (“Sweet home Alabama, Where the skies...
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Film Review: ‘Grown Ups 2’ is the Worst Comedy Since 2010’s Loathed ‘Grown Ups’
CHICAGO– There’s a time and a place where overacting is acceptable – musicals, children’s plays, Broadway – but there’s nothing worse than using it all the time in every wrong place.Rating:...
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Film Review: Jeff Garlin Directs Inconsistent ‘Dealin’ with Idiots’
CHICAGO– Jeff Garlin has created a good “character” in TV and films – a gruff but affable schlemiel that ambles through life as if distracted. He amplifies that role in his latest comedy, “Dealin’ with...
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Slideshow: Exclusive Portraits of Daryl Hannah from Health Freedom Expo
Previous | Image 1 of 3 | NextDaryl Hannah at the Health Freedom Expo on June 7th, 2013CHICAGO– Daryl Hannah is a passionate activist. The actress and environmentalist is spreading the word regarding...
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HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 40 Pairs of Passes to ‘Red 2’ With Bruce Willis,...
CHICAGO– In the latest HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film with our unique social giveaway technology, we have 40 pairs of advance-screening movie passes up for grabs to the highly anticipated sequel“Red...
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TV Review: HBO’s ‘The Newsroom’ Adjusts Its Broadcast Style
CHICAGO– There’s no television program that can be more simultaneously brilliant and frustrating as Aaron Sorkin’s “The Newsroom,” returning tonight, July 14, 2013, to start an already-tumultuous...
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HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: 50 Pairs of Passes to ‘Girl Most Likely’ With...
CHICAGO– In the latest HollywoodChicago.com Hookup: Film with our unique social giveaway technology, we have 50 pairs of advance-screening movie passes up for grabs to the new comedy “Girl Most Likely”...
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Interview: Sebastián Silva Reveals New Side of Michael Cera in ‘Crystal Fairy’
CHICAGO– 12 years ago, Sebastián Silva went on a road trip with his friend. They goal was to experience the hallucinogenic ecstasy of the San Pedro cactus. Along the way, he encountered a hippie named...
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Interview: Actor Michael Peña on the Fast Track in ‘Turbo’
CHICAGO– Michael Peña is a serious guy – dedicated to his career direction, acting craft and perspective on a life in show business. But that is not all he is, as he has dedicated a new role for his...
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Twilight’ Wannabe ‘The Host’ Hits New YA Low
CHICAGO– Perhaps it’s something that every generation thinks but I really feel like the teens of this generation who get sucked into absolute nonsense like the truly horrendous “The Host,” just...
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Blu-ray Review: Sylvester Stallone’s ‘Bullet to the Head’ Misfires
CHICAGO– “You had me at f**k you.” The gruff, primal tone of a line like that delivered by Sly Stallone and directed by the legendary Walter Hill has an undeniable B-movie kick but there’s not enough...
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Blu-ray Review: Emotional ‘42’ Has Power But Lacks Depth
CHICAGO– “World’s not so simple any more. Guess it never was.” I wish “42” wasn’t so simple either. Because the story of the amazing accomplishments of Jackie Robinson sure were anything but simple. He...
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