Tag: Chicago Indie Critics

  • The Revenge of Maul – Shadow Lord

    The Revenge of Maul – Shadow Lord

    There is something fresh about the look of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord. The character of Darth Maul (Sam Witwer)is familiar, but we do learn something new about him. In this new series, we learn about the effects of the Empire on a person’s psyche and what anger boils inside of those whom the…

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  • Forbidden Forest: Search for the Hippogriff in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Debuts in Universal Fan Fest Nights

    Forbidden Forest: Search for the Hippogriff in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Debuts in Universal Fan Fest Nights

    This all-original Universal Fan Fest Nights experience, Forbidden Forest: Search for the Hippogriff, at Universal Studios Hollywood dares witches, wizards and Muggles to venture into the Forbidden Forest in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter on a journey to rescue this esteemed magical creature. Tickets are now available for purchase to attend Universal Fan Fest Nights, which runs for a limited…

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  • DOC10 Is Almost Here!

    DOC10 Is Almost Here!

    DOC10 has become one of my new favorite film festivals to cover in Chicago because it is all documentaries. I love a good documentary, and DOC10 does not disappoint. The full lineup has been announced. Check out the documentaries that will be playing and how you can get tickets below! GIVE ME THE BALL!, an upcoming…

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  • Beyond Fest is Here!

    Beyond Fest is Here!

    Beyond Fest is coming to Chicago. Check out the movies we are recommending to see this weekend!

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  • Running with the DareDevil

    Running with the DareDevil

    At the end of the last season of DareDevil, we saw Matt Murdock, (Charlie Cox), at Josie’s Bar with a ragtag group that were gearing up to take down Mayor Fisk, (Vincent D’Onofrio). The ending was a great setup for what was to come. But it left a bad taste for viewers. I want to…

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  • Flying Through Space with Project Hail Mary

    Flying Through Space with Project Hail Mary

    In cinema history, we have seen many movies about the near destruction of Earth. From Armageddon, Deep Impact, and The Day After Tomorrow, we have seen planet Earth in peril many times.  Project Hail Mary gives us this tale again, with the sun being the villain this time. The sun is dying, and a team…

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  • Going to SXSW Film & TV Festival…Kind of

    Going to SXSW Film & TV Festival…Kind of

    The Fandads are always looking for ways to extend the events we cover. Since we started covering film festivals, we have been eyeing some festivals in other parts of the United States. We have tried Sundance a few times, and that did not happen. I have seen people I know cover the South by Southwest…

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  • Doc10’s announces Speak Truth Program

    Doc10’s announces Speak Truth Program

    The Doc10 Film Festival today announced titles and special guests participating in Doc10’s new Speak Truth program, which aims to expand the festival’s reach and impact while building on Doc10’s reputation as Chicago’s premier documentary showcase and a catalyst for dialogue and social change. Each Speak Truth screening is centered around a timely, critical issue and will be followed…

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  • The Boys Fifth and Finale Season Trailer

    The Boys Fifth and Finale Season Trailer

    Prime Video revealed the epic official trailer for the highly anticipated upcoming fifth season of The Boys, as the global hit series heads toward its explosive final chapter. Season Five of the multi-Emmy Award-winning series will premiere on April 8, 2026, with two episodes, followed by a new episode each week, culminating in the unforgettable series finale on May 20, 2026. The season will stream exclusively on Prime Video in…

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  • Dolly is a Great Throwback to 70’s Horror Films

    Dolly is a Great Throwback to 70’s Horror Films

    Horror fans have been eating well with the number of horror films released lately. Dolly, the latest movie by Rod Blackhurst, takes the audience on a hellish ride that will keep them on the edge of their seats. Dolly begins with Chase, Seann William Scott, planning to propose to his girlfriend, Macy, Fabianne Therese, on a…

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