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Tag: Independent Film Critics of America

THE STEVEN SPIELBERG: THE SPOTLIGHT COLLECTION COMES HOME ON JUNE 9TH

Eight of Steven Spielberg’s most defining works in one spectacular package! This set will release on June 9th!
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April 14, 2026
The Greatest Show on Earth’ Returns this November

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents The Greatest Show On Earth® is back and reimagined for a new generation, bringing a fast-paced, high-energy circus experience to Rosemont, playing Allstate Arena from November 6-8, 2026. Tickets for The Greatest Show On Earth are on sale now at Ringling.com. Fans can sign up to become Ringling Insiders for exclusive early access to tickets, including a special pre-sale code to secure the best seats before they go…
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April 9, 2026
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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April 6, 2026
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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April 3, 2026
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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April 2, 2026
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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April 1, 2026
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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March 18, 2026
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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March 12, 2026
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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March 9, 2026
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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March 6, 2026