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Blues Brothers on Location: Prisons, Malls, City Halls
Revisit three scenes from 'The Blues Brothers,' and assess the significance of location filming in Chicago
May 17, 20231 min read


Low-Angle Shots in The Dark Knight
Go on location in Chicago to learn what what low-angle shots signify in The Dark Knight — and in Hollywood movies in general.
May 10, 20231 min read


The Dark Knight on My Watch
I don't like The Dark Knight, but if you run a business called Chicago Movie Tours, then you must submit to the movie at some point.
May 9, 20232 min read


Dirty Blonde and Broadway Mom: Mae West and Minnie Marx
Learn more about the "dirty blonde" and Broadway mom who worked alongside the Marx Brothers.
May 4, 20232 min read


The Marx Brothers and Chicago
On this virtual walking tour, learn about The Marx Brothers' Chicago connections
May 3, 20231 min read


The Marx Brothers' Chicagoland Chicken Farm
This video is about a road off Route 66 where the Marx Brothers comedy team once owned a chicken farm.
May 1, 20231 min read
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