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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.


From "Candyman" to Candy Rackets: Chicago’s Sweet and Sinister Past
A van named "Candy Man" (like the horror movie) sparked a dive into Chicago’s past, where 1920s candy jobbers mixed sweet sales with racketeering and violence.
Aug 28, 20254 min read


Movies & Blue Law Protests in 1920s Chicago
In the United States, movies and religion have virtually always been at odds. One early point of contention between the motion picture industry and religious people, mostly Protestants, comes in the form of blue laws.
Jun 8, 20202 min read
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