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Chicago Movie Tours & Talks Reviews and Testimonials

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5-Star Movie Experiences Led by a Film Historian

Experience Chicago’s 135-year cinematic legacy through the eyes of a film historian. From the historic grounds of the Midway Plaisance to iconic filming locations throughout the Loop, our Ph.D.-led walking tours and presentations combine scholarly insight with engaging storytelling rarely found in traditional sightseeing tours.

 

Below, explore verified reviews from libraries, cultural institutions, Chicago locals, tourists, and movie lovers who have joined Chicago Movie Tours & Talks for immersive experiences exploring the city’s deep connections to film history, architecture, public art, and popular culture.

Reviews of Walking Tours

average rating is 5 out of 5

Such fun and great memories!

Amazing tour! Such fun and gives some great insight into the meaning behind some of the movies scenes. Kelli was so friendly and accommodating. She is very knowledgeable, well prepared, and ultimately passionate about movies. Lots of photo ops and fun during the tour, would highly recommend for any Ferris Bueller movie fan.

Danny

The Art of Ferris Bueller

Verified • chicagomovietours.com

September 26, 2026

photo ops with Ferris Bueller paintings, public Ferris Bueller tour, public art in Chicago, museum movie tours in Chicago

average rating is 5 out of 5

A fun time

A wonderful mix of art and film. We hit the major scenes in the movie and recreated a few. A fun and informative time.

Nick

The Art of Ferris Bueller

Verified • chicagomovietours.com

September 13, 2026

public Ferris Bueller tour, small group tour, A Sunday on La Grande Jatte, film comedy, walking tour

average rating is 5 out of 5

Heartily recommend!

Wonderful morning viewing the paintings that helped make Ferris Bueller such a special movie. My two granddaughters and I learned why the paintings were chosen and even got to re-create some of the scenes from the movie. The tour was a great way to introduce two thirteen year old girls to some of the highlights of the Art Institute without it seeming stodgy. Heartily recommend!

Patty

The Art of Ferris Bueller

Verified • chicagomovietours.com

July 2, 2026

private tour, Ferris Bueller kids walking tour, Art Institute of Chicago, photo ops with Ferris Bueller paintings

Reviews of Film History Talks

average rating is 5 out of 5

Book Chicago Movie Tours for your next program

Are you looking for an excellent presenter who is easy to work with and who knows everything there is to know about film? Book Chicago Movie Tours for your next program! Kelli is the best of the BEST and she has many more programs to choose from!

Austin, Adult Programming, Bridgeview Public Library

Behind the Baby Carriage: Chicago and The Untouchables

Reviewed on Facebook

September 25, 2026

The Untouchables in Chicago's Union Station, HD location footage, in-person talk, Chicago film history

average rating is 5 out of 5

Enjoy all Kelli's programs!

I worked a block from the real "Soup Nazi" and got lunch there soon after he opened—yes, he was quite strict! [...] Great program, now I have to watch all the episodes again! [...] Well researched and presented.

Library Patrons on Zoom

No Soup for You! The Role of Food in "Seinfeld"

Verified • Winnetka-Northfield Library

September 21, 2026

programs on Seinfeld, Seinfeld, virtual and in-person lectures, 1990s television analysis

average rating is 5 out of 5

She's so knowledgeable and listenable

Fascinating presentation! I never realized how much food played a role in Seinfeld! [...] We love Kelli and have seen quite a lot of her programs.

Seinfeld Webinar Fans

No Soup for You! The Role of Food in "Seinfeld"

Verified • Winnetka-Northfield Library

September 21, 2026

Seinfeld and food, TV analysis, Seinfeld, TV series, library talk

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