Chicago International Film Festival Boasts Big Name Talent and Outstanding Global Films
The 48th Annual Chicago International Film Festival, held October 11- 22 2012, was attended by the staff of Sarah’s Backstage Pass. The coverage… Read more about 48th Annual Chicago International Film Festival 2012 Huge Success…
Interview with Twilight Stars Charlie Bewley and Daniel Cudmore
Twilight’s Charlie Bewley (Demetri) and Daniel Cudmore (Felix) of the Volturi vampire clan were in Chicago on November 1, 2012 to speak with the press about… Read more about Interview with Twilight’s Charlie Bewley and Daniel Cudmore…
Phillip Kaufman Talks About Working with Daniel-Day Lewis, “The Right Stuff,” the First Indiana Jones Movie and More!
I interviewed the legendary writer and director Phillip Kaufman in Chicago at the Chicago International Film Office… Read more about Phillip Kaufman Famed Director and Writer Interview…
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 about Jim Belushi Interview-The Comedy Bar…
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 about Ben Affleck Interview- Director of “Argo”…
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 about Interview with Writer and Director Stephen Chbosky “The Perks of Being a Wallflower”…
Clint Eastwood and Robert Lorenz. Photo Credit: Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles Times
Rob Lorenz “Trouble With the Curve” Interview
I met Rob Lorenz in a lavish suite in the Four Seasons Chicago hotel on September… Read more about Interview with Rob Lorenz Director of “Trouble with the Curve”…
(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 about The Perks of Being a Wallflower (PG-13) ★★★½…
(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 about Pitch Perfect (PG-13) ★★★…
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 about Martin Landau Interview, “Frankenweenie”…
“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 about “Lawless” Interview with Matt Bondurant…
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 about Kathryn McCormick and Ryan Guzman interview “Step Up Revolution”…
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 about Beasts of the Southern Wild Interviews with Director Benh Zeitlin, Stars Quvenzhané Wallis and Dwight Henry…
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 about Joe Manganiello Interview “Magic Mike”…
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 about Channing Tatum Interview “Magic Mike” 2012…
“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 about TBS Just For Laughs Festival 2012, Vince Vaughn and Aziz Ansari…
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 about “Brave” Interview Mark Andrews and Katherine Sarafian…
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 about “Franklin & Bash” Interview Breckin Meyer and Mark-Paul Gosselaar…
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 about Lorene Scafaria Interview “Seeking a Friend at the End of the World”…
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 about Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (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 about Marvel's The Avengers (PG-13) ★★★½…
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 about Interview With Author Nicholas Sparks…
“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 about Aileen Quinn Interview Returns for 30th Anniversary of “Annie”…