Lee Daniels Can’t Find the Rhythm of FOX’s “Star”
A review of FOX’s new Lee Daniels’ drama, “Star.”
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The Macau Film Festival 2016: “Vagabond,” “Personal Shopper” and More
Simon Abrams reports on two unmissable films shown at the inaugural Macau Film Festival.
Bright Wall/Dark Room December 2016: “It’s a Wonderful Life?” by Chad Perman
This month’s excerpt from online magazine Bright Wall/Dark Room is an essay about “It’s a Wonderful Life.”
Breakout Talent: Royalty Hightower on “The Fits”
An interview with actress and breakout star Royalty Hightower about “The Fits.”
The Macau Film Festival 2016: “Pandora,” “Your Name” and More
A report from the Macau Film Festival on “Pandora,” “Your Name” and more.
“Moonlight,” “La La Land” and “Manchester by the Sea” Lead 2016 CFCA Nominees
The nominees for the 2016 Chicago Film Critics Association’s annual awards have been announced.
Fellini’s Outrageous “Roma” Restored on Criterion Blu-ray
Fellini’s major but overlooked “Roma” has received an excellent restoration by the Criterion Collection.
The Macau Film Festival 2016: Jet Lag, Casinos and Takashi Miike
A report from the inaugural edition of the Macau International Film Festival.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Accompanies “It’s a Wonderful Life”
A live score for a film such as “It’s a Wonderful Life” is like 3D for your ears.
Ebert Archive Remains Essential Reading at Sun-Times
An article about the weekly Ebert Archive column at the Chicago Sun-Times.
Help Support Facets Cinematheque
A request for donations from the historic Facets Cinematheque in Chicago.
Alien and Time: The Philosophy of “Arrival”
A look at how “Arrival” reflects Heidegger’s philosophies.
Racism, Religion and Remembering Pearl Harbor
Remember Pearl Harbor and remember how prejudice shaped history.
Standing Together: Chicago Magazine Honors the 2016 Chicagoans of the Year
A report on Chicago Magazine’s luncheon for the 2016 Chicagoans of the Year.
The Power of Fear: Reflections on “Pan’s Labyrinth”
Jessica Ritchey on the personal power of Guillermo del Toro’s “Pan’s Labyrinth.”
Hitchcock & DePalma: Split Screen Bloodbath
Peet Gelderblom has a new video essay comparing Brian DePalma and Alfred Hitchcock, shot by shot and moment by moment.
Chase What You’re Afraid Of: Damien Chazelle & Rosemarie DeWitt on “La La Land”
An interview with writer/director Damien Chazelle and actress Rosemarie DeWitt about their new musical “La La Land,” dreams, artistic competition, rejection and more.
Short Films in Focus: “The Christmas Light Killer”
An interview with director James P. Gannon about his short documentary, “The Christmas Light Killer,” and a presentation of the film.
Thumbnails 12/6/16
Laura Bretan on her extraordinary year; “It’s a Wonderful Life” at 70; Rise of Voldemort; Brilliance of “The Catch”; Crazy Cage in “Army of One.”
