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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

A very smart tour!

Tour guide was very informative and great communicating with people! We were a few minutes late and she communicated well with us to make sure we caught up with the group!

Halle

1893 World’s Fair & Filming Locations: Chicago Midway Walking Tour

Reviewed on TripAdvisor

May 6, 2024

1893 Chicago World's Fair, public art, art in Chicago, pre-cinema in Chicago

Reviews of Film History Talks

average rating is 5 out of 5

I truly enjoy the views

I don't get to travel into the City, so I truly enjoy the views while Kelli shares lots of information. She's well organized and engaging. Thanks for doing these Chicago Tours!

Nancy Clark

Comedy in Chicago: The Marx Brothers and Bob Newhart

Reviewed on Facebook

May 24, 2021

film comedy, TV series, Navy Pier and Bob Newhart statue, virtual tours, Marx Brothers and Chicago

average rating is 5 out of 5

Wonderful webinar presentation

Thank you for an absolutely wonderful webinar presentation. I learned so much about The Blues Brothers and about filmmaking.

Deborah, Adult Services Librarian, White Oak Library District

Beyond the Blues Brothers

Verified Host Review • Brookfield Public Library

January 15, 2021

The Blues Brothers, film genre, 1980s movies, film comedy

average rating is 5 out of 5

Watched movies for the first time after seeing Kelli's virtual tours

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.

Mary

While You Were Sleeping in Chicago: A Holiday Stroll

Reviewed on Yelp

June 11, 2020

virtual tours, virtual programs

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