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On a Mission from God—and Movie Stills
Ever stumble upon a hidden gem in an antique mall? This Blues Brothers find might spark your curiosity about Hollywood publicity stills.
6 days ago1 min read


Lose That: A Marital Affair in Planes, Trains and Automobiles?
An emotional reaction in Planes, Trains and Automobiles was tied to a subplot that director, John Hughes, chose to remove.
Nov 14, 20241 min read


Memorial Day History, Movies, and Chicago's Grant Park
Look for 2 monuments devoted to the founder of Memorial Day in our short video on The Trial of the Chicago 7.
May 27, 20242 min read


Oscar Winners from Chicago: Excerpt
In this excerpt from Oscar Winners in Chicago (25 min.)—our fourth program counting down to the 2024 Academy Awards—learn about a game-chang
Mar 1, 20241 min read


Delta Airlines, Chicago, and In-Flight Movies: Virtual Tour Sneak Peek
Walk virtually around the birthplace of Delta Airlines, and learn about the company's links to Chicago and in-flight entertainment.
Nov 28, 20231 min read


How Do You Capture Chicago Through Film?
In this roundtable discussion, a podcaster, a blogger, and a tour guide discuss how they record Chicago's past and present film history.
Nov 15, 20231 min read
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