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Pull up a seat, grab some popcorn, and dig deeper into Chicago and film.
Editing and Chaos in The Untouchables
In this mini course, use the most famous sequence in The Untouchables (1987) to master a disorderly editing style.
May 24, 20231 min read
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
Mae West and Minnie Marx, Dirty Blonde and Broadway Mom
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
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