Siskel & Ebert To Be Immortalized With Bronze Statue in Chicago
The pair’s legacy will be immortalized with a bronze statue from acclaimed Illinois sculptor Preston Jackson.
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An Act of Devotion: Travis Knight on “Wildwood”
A conversation with the director of Laika’s new film Wildwood.
Sexy, Gripping Folk Horror Series “Yaga” Is a Surefire Hit
Sandler’s screen adaptation slowly morphs into one of the year’s most thrilling and sexy series.
CIFF 2026: Liz Here Now, Three Colors: Pan-African
On two indelible tales from the festival’s Black Perspectives program.
Seeking Truth: Tom Skerritt (1933-2026)
A tribute to the incredible star of Alien, Top Gun, and so many more.
CIFF 2026: A City in the Forest, Going for Home, While We Are Here
On three standouts from Chicago Film Festival’s documentaries section,
Season 3 of Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This” Lets Us Savor the Love
This installment recaptures the magic of our first encounter while taking their relationship to new heights.
Change the Conversation: When Movies Talked About Mental Health
A dozen very different films about mental health are highlighted by our staff.
A Very Strange Love Affair: Hitchcock’s “Notorious” Turns 80
Notorious turns 80 this year and it’s as effective and powerful as ever.
CIFF 2026: “Finding Your Laughter,” “Ana, en passant,” “Chocolate Babies”
On three films from this year’s Black Perspectives program.
The Things That Make You Who You Are: John Turturro on “The Only Living Pickpocket in New York”
An interview with the star of The Only Living Pickpocket in New York.
Busan 2026: Midday Meal, Ibuku, Beach Fictions
This latest dispatch covers a trio of award winners competing in Busan’s main competition.
One Guy We Need to Investigate and Hold to Account: Director Alex Gibney on “Musk”
An interview with Alex Gibney, the director of “Musk.”
Hulu’s Witty New Series “Phony” Unravels Into One of the Best Thrillers of the Year
This coming-of-age series is shaping up to be one of the year’s biggest and best surprises.
A Knock at the Door: Cristian Mungiu on “Fjord”
An interview with the writer/director of “Fjord.”
“Tulsa King,” and Stallone, Start to Show Their Age in Season 4
“Tulsa King” feels, finally, like it’s starting to get lost in the literal and metaphorical sauce.
Editing As Music: An Interview with “The English Patient” Craftsman Walter Murch
The acclaimed editor and sound designer talks about the poetry of the edit in Anthony Minghella’s classic, and his approach to his craft.
Busan 2026: Birds in the Dark, Selvi, 1982
Three vital films from Busan International Film Festival.
