Jim Belushi Interview-The Comedy Bar
Without a doubt Jim Belushi is a household name. An icon of comedy, acting, and music, he is best known for his roles in About Last Night…, Red Heat, According to Jim, and his revival … Read more
Author: Sarah Knight Adamson
Ben Affleck Interview- Director of “Argo”
Ben Affleck Talks Directing and the Making of “Argo”
I interviewed Ben Affleck on behalf of the Warner Bros. film “Argo,” on September 11, 2012 in Chicago at the Waldorf Astoria hotel. Affleck looked stylish … Read more
Interview with Writer and Director Stephen Chbosky “The Perks of Being a Wallflower”
Interview with Stephen Chbosky writer and director of “The Perks of Being a Wallflower”
I met Stephen Chbosky in the Park Hyatt Hotel in Chicago on August 27, 2012. He was very energetic and lots … Read more
Interview with Rob Lorenz Director of “Trouble with the Curve”
Clint Eastwood and Robert Lorenz. Photo Credit: Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles TimesRob Lorenz “Trouble With the Curve” Interview
I met Rob Lorenz in a lavish suite in the Four Seasons Chicago hotel on September … Read more
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (PG-13) ★★★½
(L to R) Erin Wilhelmi, Adam Hagenbuch, Logan Lerman, Mae Whitman, Exra Miller and Emma Watson star in THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER Photo: Courtesy of Summit Entertainment © 2011 Summit Entertainment, LLC. All… Read more
Pitch Perfect (PG-13) ★★★
(L to R) Ashley (Shelly Regner), Stacie (Alexis Knapp), Fat Amy (Rebel Wilson), Aubrey (Anna Camp), Cynthia Rose (Ester Dean), Beca (Anna Kendrick), Lilly (Hana Mae Lee), Denise (Wanetah Walmsley), Chloe (Brittany Snow) and Jessica… Read more
Martin Landau Interview, “Frankenweenie”
Interview with Martin Landau on Behalf of the Movie “Frankenweenie” the Voice of Mr. Rzykruski
Martin Landau was in Chicago for a special screening of the film “Ed Wood,” I interviewed him at the WGN … Read more
“Lawless” Interview with Matt Bondurant
“Lawless” Interview with Matt Bondurant Grandson of Jack Bondurant Played by Shia LaBeouf
Backstage Notes: I met Matt Bondurant in a suite at the Trump Hotel in Chicago on August 15, 2012. Dr. Matt Bondurant … Read more
Kathryn McCormick and Ryan Guzman interview “Step Up Revolution”
Step Up Revolution Interview with Stars: Kathryn McCormick and Ryan Guzman
Backstage Notes: The interview took place in Chicago in a suite at the Trump Tower hotel, with a breathtaking view of the city and … Read more
Beasts of the Southern Wild Interviews with Director Benh Zeitlin, Stars Quvenzhané Wallis and Dwight Henry
My interviews for “Beasts of the Southern Wild” were held at the Hotel Palomar on June 11, 2012 along with two other journalists. The first interview was with director and co-writer Benh Zeitlin. It was… Read more
Joe Manganiello Interview “Magic Mike”
Joe is strikingly tall, 6’5’’ with a wonderful smile and a ruggedly handsome look. We met at the Waldorf Astoria in Chicago and chatted about his new film, his character on “True Blood,” his film … Read more
Channing Tatum Interview “Magic Mike” 2012
Interview with Sarah Knight Adamson, June 18, 2012.
When I walked into the suite of the Waldorf Astoria in Chicago, Channing Tatum greeted me with a hug. He said he’s a southern boy at heart … Read more
TBS Just For Laughs Festival 2012, Vince Vaughn and Aziz Ansari
“Say something funny.” “Tell me a joke.” Comedians are often put on the spot and requests like these can cause them to cringe, for even they can’t be funny all the time. But this weekend … Read more
“Brave” Interview Mark Andrews and Katherine Sarafian
Mark Andrews, director of “Brave” would like people to ‘be brave’ and simply go see the movie, as he’s sure you’ll be surprised by what message you’ll take away from the film. The interview took … Read more
“Franklin & Bash” Interview Breckin Meyer and Mark-Paul Gosselaar
I wanted to let you both know that I interviewed Malcolm McDowell this past August (2011) and he told me he enjoys working on the show. What is it like working with a legend like … Read more
Lorene Scafaria Interview “Seeking a Friend at the End of the World”
Lorene Scafaria Writer and Director of “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World” chatted with me on June 5, 2012.
Sarah Knight Adamson: First of all, I have to commend you on writing … Read more
Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (PG-13) ★★★½
Fox Searchlight Pictures Photo Credit
Check In to Marigold, You’ll Want an Extended Stay
Some say, “Life is a series of collisions with the future; it is not the sum of what we have been, … Read more
Marvel's The Avengers (PG-13) ★★★½
“Marvel’s The Avengers” Photo Credit: Paramount Studios, Disney and Marvel Comics
Comic Book Heroes are Marvelous!
“Marvel’s The Avengers” is a comic book lover’s ultimate fantasy: witnessing several favorite superheroes together, fighting evil and of … Read more
Interview With Author Nicholas Sparks
Tyna Cline a reporter for Sarahs Backstage Pass sat reading in the lobby of Trump Towers in Chicago one afternoon in early April while waiting to sit down with People magazine’s 2000 Sexiest Author. Nicholas… Read more
Aileen Quinn Interview Returns for 30th Anniversary of “Annie”
“Annie,” the popular 1982 musical film, celebrates its 30th anniversary this year and Hollywood Palms Theater in Naperville celebrated in style. On March 25th they brought the star of “Annie,” Aileen Quinn, to the theater … Read more
CIMM Fest 2012 Recap
The 4th edition of the Chicago International Movies & Music Festival offered up four days of diverse film selections. Most of the features were paired with fun shorts as openers. Though the night lineups seemed … Read more
Interview with Tippi Hedren, star of “The Birds,” and Ben Mankiewicz, host of “Turner Classic Movies.”
Tippi Hedren, star of “The Birds,” was in Chicago with Ben Mankiewicz, host of “Turner Classic Movies,” on March 27, 2012, for a special screening of “The Birds.” We chatted at the Ritz Carlton on … Read more
84th Academy Award Variety Charity Event- 2012
Hollywood Palms Annual Academy Award Viewing Party Fundraiser
The stars were shinning brightly Sunday evening, Feb. 26 at Hollywood Palms Theater in Naperville as event attendees came out to support Variety Children’s Charity while viewing … Read more
Top 10 Movies of 2011
Sarah Adamson’s Top 10 list1. The Descendants-George Clooney’s Hawaiian based film all the way.
2. Midnight in Paris- Woody Allen’s best film to date.
3. Hugo-Scorsese’s cinematic masterpiece.
4. The Artist-Best … Read more