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Best Christmas Pageant Ever Chicago Reader Review – Top Holiday Show...
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is a heartwarming holiday film that started as a short story in McCall's magazine and was later turned into...
Electronic Body Movie: Review and Analysis – Chicago Reader
Electronic Body Music (EBM) may not be a term that everyone is familiar with, but in the world of dark electronic music, it's a...
Exploring Dahomey: A Review of Chicago Reader’s Latest Exhibition
The documentary, Dahomey, directed by Mati Diop, follows the journey of 26 treasures from the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris back to the...
Flow Chicago Reader Review: An In-Depth Look at This Popular Publication
Gints Zilbalodis's animated film, Flow, presents a unique perspective on a post-apocalyptic world where humans have disappeared, leaving behind remnants of their existence. The...
Cloud’s Performance Reviewed by Chicago Reader
Director Kiyoshi Kurosawa's film "Cloud" delves into the dark side of online anonymity and the consequences of virtual interactions. The story follows Yushii, an...
Fréwaka Chicago Reader Review: Pros, Cons, and Everything You Need to...
Aislinn Clarke's film, Fréwaka, delves into Irish history and folklore, presenting fairies in a menacing light rather than the benevolent beings often portrayed in...
Grafted Restaurant Review: Chicago Reader – A Culinary Experience in Chicago
Sasha Rainbow's directorial debut film, Grafted, offers a unique blend of campy tone and brutal sensibilities, delving into the consequences of self-hatred that extend...
Haunt Season Review: Chicago Reader’s Ultimate Guide to Chicago’s Halloween Attractions
Haunt Season takes the concept of a serial killer using a haunted house attraction as his hunting ground and brings it to life at...
Anora Restaurant Review: Chicago Reader’s Ultimate Guide
Sean Baker has once again proven his talent with his latest film, Anora. The movie manages to strike a delicate balance between being both...
Conclave Review: A Detailed Look at Chicago Reader’s Event
Robert Harris's book Conclave may not look like much from the cover, but the papal drama within its pages has captured the attention of...
We Live in Time Book Review: Chicago Reader Review
We Live in Time is a movie that tells the story of Tobias and Almut, two individuals with very different priorities who find themselves...
Exploring Piece by Piece: A Review of the Chicago Reader –...
Pharrell Williams, a well-known figure on the pop music scene, is now venturing into the world of film with the release of Piece by...
Exploring the Horror in The Moviegoer: Chicago Reader Review
The Moviegoer, a local film buff's diary, explores the best of Chicago's independent and underground film scene. The Chicago Marathon and the Music Box...
Review: Hold Your Breath – Chicago Reader Movie Critique
Hold Your Breath is a new psychological horror film set in the Dust Bowl era with a visually stunning design and a strong performance...
Joker: Folie à Deux – Chicago Reader Film Review
Joker: Folie à Deux is a film that delves into the mind of its director, Todd Phillips. Known for his frat comedy hits, Phillips...
Saturday Night Review: Chicago Reader’s Take on the Weekend
Saturday Night Live has been a staple of comedy television for decades, known for its live sketches and celebrity guest hosts. The show's ability...
Woman of the Hour Review: Insights from Chicago Reader
Anna Kendrick's directorial debut in "Woman of the Hour" takes a deep dive into the disturbing world of serial killer Rodney Alcala. Portrayed by...
The Silent Hour Review: Chicago Reader’s Insightful Analysis
Brad Anderson's film, The Silent Hour, offers viewers a thrilling experience with some expected genre elements, but it also delves into the complexities of...
Terrifier 3 Movie Review: A Detailed Analysis by Chicago Reader
Terrifier 3, the latest installment in the Terrifier franchise, showcases the intense and graphic violence that fans have come to expect from creator Damien...
Book Review: The Wild Robot – Chicago Reader
Animated kids' movies often get a bad rap for focusing more on celebrity voices and recognizable intellectual property than on the actual storyline. However,...
Patrice: The Movie Review – Chicago Reader – A Must-Watch Film...
The documentary "Patrice: The Movie" delves into the story of Patrice and her partner Garry, shedding light on the challenges they face as a...