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Film historian Kelli, Ph.D., presenting a Chicago movie history talk to an engaged audience

Chicago Movie History Talks 

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Chicago Movie Tours' talks—whether virtual or in person—blend unique visuals, historical media, and expert insight to engage audiences, spark curiosity, and invite discussion.

What's Included

Learn what you get when you book a talk with Chicago Movie Tours.

Ph.D. Expertise

Commentary by Kelli, Ph.D., film historian, and guide

Curated Clips

Key scenes that highlight Chicago onscreen

Newspapers

Vintage clippings that add local context

Original HD Video 

Crisp, unique location footage tailored to your talk

Screenshots

Still images that connect film to location

Movie Fan Mags

Old-school fan mags with Hollywood flair

Archival Photos

Historic images that enrich the narrative

Interactive Maps

Custom visuals that trace film sites and history

Animated Slides

Dynamic visuals that guide the experience

2026 Pricing

Talks are available virtually or in person, and they run about 60 minutes, with unlimited time allotted afterward for Q&A.

Virtual Talks

$300 per talk

Bring Chicago’s film history to your audience—anywhere! 

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In-Person Talks

$400 per talk

Locations over 25 mi. from La Grange, IL, are quoted separately. View map.

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Reviews of Talks

JoAnn Gram

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I've enjoyed the movie tours from Kellie. There's always something new I find out. l wish they were longer than 10min. I remember the info Kelli had on the Wizard of Oz.
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Jeanne Jesernik, Adult Services, La Grange Public Library

Adult Services, La Grange Public Library

average rating is 5 out of 5
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You are a provider of fun--and information.
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Deborah, Adult Services Librarian, White Oak Library District

Adult Services Librarian, White Oak Library District

average rating is 5 out of 5
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Thank you for an absolutely wonderful webinar presentation. I learned so much about The Blues Brothers and about filmmaking.
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Chas Demster

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average rating is 5 out of 5
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Very insightful info. Very professional host. She knows her stuff.
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Sarah Styrna

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average rating is 5 out of 5
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Chicago Movie Tours was very fun, and educational. I would do this again. If you like old Hollywood, you'll enjoy Chicago Movie Tours!
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Mary

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average rating is 5 out of 5
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I've watched several of Kelli's virtual tours on YouTube and greatly enjoyed them. I'm a native Chicagoan, now living on the West Coast, and I love classic movies, so it's fun to find out new facts about the hometown or suburban locations appearing in popular films. Based on Kelli's tour about Marshall Field's and its role in the movie industry, I recently watched "Mahogany" for the first time. And her tour which focused on the La Grange locations in "While You Were Sleeping" led me to finally check out this movie as well. Keep up the good work, Kelli, and I hope to take one of your tours in person on my next visit back to the Midwest.
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