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Step into Chicago's Movie History
In-depth analysis and cultural insights into Chicago’s 135+ year cinematic history, written by a film historian and former professor.


Secrets of Chicago's Bronze Cow
Discover secrets of a bronze cow that sits outside the Chicago Cultural Center
Sep 16, 20222 min read


Chicago’s Buckingham Fountain Goes Noir
See Buckingham Fountain in a 1949 film noir called Undertow.
Sep 9, 20221 min read


Ferris Bueller and the Art Institute of Chicago
Explore 4 reasons the Art Institute scene in Ferris Bueller's Day Off is so memorable
Jul 15, 20221 min read


Chicago Movie Tours Turns 2!
Thank you supporting Chicago Movie Tours. Here’s to many more!
Apr 1, 20221 min read


Oscars, Controversial Since 1929
The Oscars have been contentious since their inception
Mar 28, 20221 min read


"A Raisin in the Sun" and Filming in Chicago
Sadly, the location filming in Chicago of the 1961 movie "A Raisin in the Sun" echoed the racism in the play.
Jan 7, 20223 min read
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