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“Oscar Micheaux -The Superhero of Black Film Making” is a useful contribution to the library of Black History subjects placing Micheaux into the pantheon of individuals who contributed to the rise of twentieth century African American culture and ultimately, in a more “woke” sense, to …
The 57th Annual Chicago Film Festival brought together two interestingly similar subjects, Mayor Harold Washington who became Chicago’s first African American mayor and Mayor Pete Buttigieg who was the mayor of nearby South Bend, Indiana who went on to become the first openly gay candidate …
This film hits all the right notes. Physically debilitated due to a childhood injury inflicted by his mentally impaired father, an aspiring pianist is virtually paralyzed on one side of his body and unable to use his right hand.
In spite of his challenges, Norman Malone, followed his passion to teach music, and in retirement fulfills a lifelong dream to master Ravel’s “Concerto for left hand” then play it in front of an audience with a full orchestra for the first time at age 79.
“For the Left Hand,” an inspiring documentary is available for virtual viewing as part of the Chicago International Film Festival.
Pre-opening preview review of “Broadcast Signal Intrusion” with Harry Shum.Jr. (Crazy Rich Asians) inspired by a true Chicago mystery. Also capsule reviews of SHORTS 1, a collection of 8 short subjects produced by filmmakers with ties to the Chicago area. Featuring works Winning in America, Close …
In this Chicago based documentary “The Road Up” Mr. Jesse part preacher, part drill sergeant guides a class of mostly middle aged job seekers through a training course designed to raise their self-esteem and hone their skills to improve their readiness for employment. The Cara …
The Lyric Opera of Chicago is providing a recorded version of Rugerro Leoncavallo’s iconic opera “Pagliacci” to view online free of charge for an indefinite period of time beginning now. Listen to our podcast review then visit lyricopera.org/pagliacci to reserve your streaming link.
Reno Lovison talks with master energy healer, actor, performer Richard Damien about growing up on the southside of Chicago and reminiscences about his experiences in the city as a young actor before his transformation to energy healer and intuitive life coach. Richard is the author …
Regina Harris Baiocchi is a celebrated African-American female composer and poet born, raised and currently living in Chicago. This discussion with Executive Producer and podcast host Reno Lovison sheds light on her journey as an artistic creative force and how she has been shaped by …
New Colony Six,
Spanky and Our Gang,
The Buckinghams,
The Ides of March,
The Shadows of Night,
The Cryan’ Shames,
Chicago (CTA).
This is a very interesting and entertaining video, produced for WTTW, that those who are interested in vintage Rock n’ Roll might enjoy.
Give it a LIKE or leave a comment to let us know who your favorite Chicago band is or was. Also any favorite memories.
Note: Here is a link to our podcast theater review of the world premiere presentation of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter which was the last play we attended before the pandemic closed everything down in 2020. Now the play will soon be released as …
Julie Lovison director of The Lake Shore Music Studio in Chicago talks about teaching online piano lessons and coping with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
1930, People, cars, Glen Clark Globe Gasoline service station, and life, Chicago, Illinois Wonderful footage all centered around activity at a service station somewhere in Chicago. 2 min 09 secs, 16mm 2k digital scan B&W
1927 Mom and child, dad and extended family, out in front of the home, Christmas, Chicago, Illinois. Some charming family footage captured outside their home, a four story apartment on 6412 N Seeley Ave, Chicago. ID’d from film box address. 5 min 30 secs 16mm 2k digital scan Possible photographer R.O. Burns https://youtu.be/g4C_23pXfP8
1933 Mystery reel! Ski jumping and possible Chicago Worlds fair. The ski jumping location is unknown, possibly in Michigan. The rest of the film might be the 1933 Chicago Worlds fair. Maybe someone can confirm that. There is a scene with Pabst advertising and beer being served, oddly prohibition wasn’t repealed until the end of 1933. 8 min 19 sec, 16mm 2k digital transfer https://youtu.be/CjLNdXJTM9Y
1941 Chicago street scene. A short but interesting clip of traffic in downtown Chicago. Lots of details. Great color. 1 min 36 sec, 16mm 2k digital scan
Rare footage of the WBBM Curtis Aero Car location trailer. 1939, 40th Annual Western Open, Medinah Country Club, Medinah, Illinois. Badly damaged film due to being run through a poorly maintained projector decades ago, shredding the perforations. Film salvaged as best as possible given current technology. Highlights of event include Byron Nelson, Tommy Armour, Charlie Pena, in a pre-television world, film reels were taken of major sporting events often by amateur photographers. Look for rare footage of WBBM Chicago’s Curtis Aero Car location trailer. 6 min 03 secs, 16mm 2k digital scan