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Upcoming Talks See where Kelli will be speaking next—online and in person. Mar 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Countdown to the Oscars: Illinois Winners, Scandalous Moments, and Oscar Bait / Helen Plum Library, 411 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148, USA Register Mar 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Helen Plum Library, 411 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148, USA Celebrate Illinois' Oscar winners, scandalous moments, and "Oscar bait" as you countdown to this year's Academy Awards Mar 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT Private: On the Run in Chicago: Behind the Scenes of The Fugitive / Clarendale Six Corners, 4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641, USA Learn more Mar 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT Clarendale Six Corners, 4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641, USA Uncover how "The Fugitive" blends TV history, cultural ritual, and Chicago’s architectural stage Mar 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT Women and Early Cinema in Chicago: Untold Stories Behind the Silent Screen / Plainfield Area Public Library, 15025 S Illinois St, Plainfield, IL 60544, USA Register Mar 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT Plainfield Area Public Library, 15025 S Illinois St, Plainfield, IL 60544, USA Explore hidden stories of women who shaped early Chicago cinema, with HD footage of key locations where they lived and worked Apr 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Private: Chicago and The Wizard of Oz / Skokie Country Club, 500 Washington Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA Learn more Apr 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Skokie Country Club, 500 Washington Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA Discover Chicago's many connections to the classic children's story "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" Registration links to dates in the far future may not yet be available. Check back, or subscribe to be notified . Host This Crowd Favorite! While You Were Sleeping in Chicago: A Holiday Stroll Visit the suburban Chicago village where the romantic comedy "While You Were Sleeping” was filmed Learn More View All Talks

Chicago Movie Tours regularly runs virtual tours and programs. Check out these excerpts and then sign up for the full events! Chicago and Movies in 60 Seconds Hey, look! It's a bite-sized way to discover Chicago through film. Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Load More

Learn about Chicago Movie Tours' backstory: who we are, what we can offer you, and why you should choose Kelli for your next movie tour in Chicago. About Engaging tours and talks led by a Ph.D. that help you discover Chicago through film Why Choose Chicago Movie Tours? Founded in 2019, Chicago Movie Tours is a woman-owned, fully insured small business just outside the city, sharing expert knowledge of classic and contemporary film with locals and visitors alike. Experienced Chicago Movie Tours' founder, Kelli Marshall , spent more than a decade teaching, researching, and publishing in the fields of film and media studies. Now, Kelli takes her expertise and love of teaching beyond the traditional college classroom and into real-world settings like the Art Institute and Union Station . Whether you book or attend a movie talk or sign up for a walking tour , you'll hear well-researched stories and secrets related to Chicago and film, contextualized in history and culture. Specialized Chicago Movie Tours' walking tours and movie talks often explore singular aspects of cinema and TV. Learn about The Wizard of Oz 's links to Chicago , Hollywood genres in The Blues Brothers , and toupees and movie fan magazines . Specializing in this way means you get to experience in-depth and memorable events that encourage you to reconsider the filmmaking process and its relationship to Chicagoland. Wide-Reaching Through Chicago Movie Tours' movie talks , public walking tours , and private or group tours , you will have the opportunity to explore the city of Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. After all, both regions offer unique features and movie and TV histories. Kelli cultivates partnerships and arrangements with popular and offbeat venues related to Chicago and film—to provide you with unique access, early admission, and, when possible, exclusive privileges. Tuned In Since humans spend nearly half their day interacting with media , Chicago Movie Tours believes that studying film, TV, and other media forms is crucial to our understanding of their effects on our lives. Mass media shape virtually everything we learn. Mass media determine what we talk and care about. Mass media study us, so why shouldn’t we study them? Meet Kelli Read about Chicago Movie Tours' owner, public speaker, and tour guide. Learn More

Upcoming Talks See where Kelli will be speaking next—online and in person. Mar 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Countdown to the Oscars: Illinois Winners, Scandalous Moments, and Oscar Bait / Helen Plum Library, 411 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148, USA Register Mar 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Helen Plum Library, 411 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148, USA Celebrate Illinois' Oscar winners, scandalous moments, and "Oscar bait" as you countdown to this year's Academy Awards Mar 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT Private: On the Run in Chicago: Behind the Scenes of The Fugitive / Clarendale Six Corners, 4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641, USA Learn more Mar 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT Clarendale Six Corners, 4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641, USA Uncover how "The Fugitive" blends TV history, cultural ritual, and Chicago’s architectural stage Mar 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT Women and Early Cinema in Chicago: Untold Stories Behind the Silent Screen / Plainfield Area Public Library, 15025 S Illinois St, Plainfield, IL 60544, USA Register Mar 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT Plainfield Area Public Library, 15025 S Illinois St, Plainfield, IL 60544, USA Explore hidden stories of women who shaped early Chicago cinema, with HD footage of key locations where they lived and worked Apr 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Private: Chicago and The Wizard of Oz / Skokie Country Club, 500 Washington Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA Learn more Apr 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Skokie Country Club, 500 Washington Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA Discover Chicago's many connections to the classic children's story "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" Registration links to dates in the far future may not yet be available. Check back, or subscribe to be notified . Host This Crowd Favorite! Gender in Hollywood: Women Encounter four ways Hollywood has traditionally represented women onscreen Learn More View All Talks

Upcoming Talks See where Kelli will be speaking next—online and in person. Mar 05, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST Women and Early Cinema in Chicago: Untold Stories Behind the Silent Screen / Naperville Public Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL 60564, USA Register Mar 05, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST Naperville Public Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL 60564, USA Explore hidden stories of women who shaped early Chicago cinema, with HD footage of key locations where they lived and worked Mar 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Countdown to the Oscars: Illinois Winners, Scandalous Moments, and Oscar Bait / Helen Plum Library, 411 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148, USA Register Mar 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Helen Plum Library, 411 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148, USA Celebrate Illinois' Oscar winners, scandalous moments, and "Oscar bait" as you countdown to this year's Academy Awards Mar 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT Private: On the Run in Chicago: Behind the Scenes of The Fugitive / Clarendale Six Corners, 4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641, USA Learn more Mar 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT Clarendale Six Corners, 4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641, USA Uncover how "The Fugitive" blends TV history, cultural ritual, and Chicago’s architectural stage Mar 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT Women and Early Cinema in Chicago: Untold Stories Behind the Silent Screen / Plainfield Area Public Library, 15025 S Illinois St, Plainfield, IL 60544, USA Register Mar 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM CDT Plainfield Area Public Library, 15025 S Illinois St, Plainfield, IL 60544, USA Explore hidden stories of women who shaped early Chicago cinema, with HD footage of key locations where they lived and worked Apr 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Private: Chicago and The Wizard of Oz / Skokie Country Club, 500 Washington Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA Learn more Apr 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT Skokie Country Club, 500 Washington Ave, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA Discover Chicago's many connections to the classic children's story "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" Registration links to dates in the far future may not yet be available. Check back, or subscribe to be notified .

Visit our screenshot archive of movies filmed in Chicago. Play the screenshots you missed! ARCHIVE One-Shot Wednesday Come back each week to guess the screenshot . Or play the ones you missed below!

FAQs for Talks Get answers about topics, bookings, tech requirements, and more. Events Past / Filter by Title On the Run in Chicago: Behind the Scenes of The Fugitive Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 12:30:00 AM UTC Black Movie History in Chicago: Cinematic Milestones and Sacred Grounds Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 12:30:00 AM UTC Chicago Movies in Winter Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00:00 PM UTC Chicago and Movies on the Mississippi River Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00:00 PM UTC Mardi Gras and Movies in the Midwest Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 12:30:00 AM UTC The Art of Ferris Bueller Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 5:30:00 PM UTC The Oscars and Chicago Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 12:00:00 AM UTC The First Ferris Wheel in Film Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00:00 PM UTC The Art of Ferris Bueller Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 5:30:00 PM UTC The Art of Ferris Bueller Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 5:30:00 PM UTC

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Every Wednesday, guess the Chicago-based movie or television show from one screenshot. Come back each week to see if you can guess the shot, or visit our archive to play the ones you missed! One-Shot Wednesday On Wednesdays, guess the Chicago-based movie or television show from one screenshot. Which title is correct? The Boondock Saints The Fugitive St. Patrick: The Irish Legend Leprechaun 3 Answer & Trivia Answer opens in new tab Previous Archive Next

Every Wednesday, join us in guessing the Chicago-based movie or television show from one screenshot. Visit our archive to play the ones you missed! One-Shot Wednesday On Wednesdays, guess the Chicago-based movie or television show from one screenshot. The Trial of the Chicago 7 Today's #OneShotWed comes from The Trial of the Chicago 7 , a movie set in Chicago but filmed only partially here. Start at min. 18:40 in Netflix's behind-the-scenes video below. You'll learn how Grant Park—including set pieces like protest signs, Chicago police cars, and ammo—was transformed for the two weeks that production took place in the city. Welcome to One-Shot Wednesday! Think you’re a Chicago screen buff? On Wednesdays, we post one still from a movie or TV show filmed or set in the Windy City. Your mission? Guess the title! You've already seen this week’s image above. If you're feeling nostalgic, explore the full archive of past challenges to keep the fun rolling. Psst: you're on screenshot: 84 Access Archive

Visit Vicksburg, Mississippi, as you learn about its ties to Chicago and movies Chicago and Movies on the Mississippi River Visit Vicksburg, Mississippi, as you learn about its ties to Chicago and movies All Talks About Hit the road with Chicago Movie Tours! Filled with original HD video footage, this unique hour-long talk takes you on location to four spots in historic Vicksburg, Mississippi. Specifically, you will: Explore the Mississippi River and magnolia trees at sunset. See where the movie O Brother, Where Art Thou? filmed a prominent scene. Hear about a Chicago-based silent movie filmed inside a Vicksburg military park. Experience markers and a film role dedicated to Chicago blues musician Willie Dixon. Anyone who loves uncovering surprising connections between cities, cinema, and culture will enjoy this talk. Request Talk

Learn the basics of movie editing How Do Movies Link All Those Images? Learn the basics of movie editing All Talks About If you hold up a piece of film stock, you'll notice a series of images, one slightly different from the next. So how do those hundreds or thousands of separate images that comprise a movie ultimately make sense and then, hopefully, affect us emotionally as we watch? Learn the answer in this hour-long program on editing, where you'll be introduced to the basics of editing, including the shot, shot transitions, types of relationships between shots, and two common editing styles. Request Talk