Drive (R) ★★★½
Ryan Gosling stars as a Hollywood stunt performer in “Drive”
Need a Driver? Gosling’s Your Guy
Fasten your seat belts and lock your car doors as “Drive” swerves into theaters at lightening speed. The mood … Read more
Author: Sarah Knight Adamson
On the Red Carpet with Will Smith, Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith in Chicago
Last Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Chicago AMC River East Theater was the site of the Red Carpet event for the new film, “The Karate Kid.” The weather was a bit warm, but that didn’t bother … Read more
Chicago Windie City Shootout 72 Hour Film Contest , Sarah Knight Adamson serves on Film Jury
The Windie City Shootout 72 Hour film contest provided an opportunity for filmmakers to create, edit and produce a film in 72 Hours. Big price money was offered totally $28,000 in cash awards.
The WCS … Read more
83rd Oscar Event Doubles its Charity Revenues, Sarah Knight Adamson Hosts
The Winner’s are the Children Who Will Receive Adaptive Bikes and Wheelchairs
If you’ve ever dreamed of attending the Academy Awards in Hollywood, there’s no need to book a fight. Located in Naperville, the … Read more
82nd Academy Awards-Sarah Adamson hosts Red Carpet Event at Hollywood Palms Theater
82nd Academy Awards Honoring the Best Films of 2009 Hosted by Sarah Adamson Red Carpet Event at Hollywood Palms Theater
The Red Carpet was rolled out the Hollywood Palms Theater in Naperville, Illinois this past … Read more
Malcolm McDowell Interview “A Clockwork Orange” Star
Malcolm McDowel, who starred in the 1971 film directed by Stanley Kubrick, will greet fans and sign autographs in Naperville, Illinois at Hollywood Palms Cinema and host a special screening of “A Clockwork Orange”, … Read more
Spy Kids: All the Time in the World Cast: Alexa Vega, Rowan Blanchard and Mason Cook
“Spy Kids: All the Time in the World”, in 4D will open August 19, 2011. Cast members were in Chicago to promote the film including one of the original spy kids, Alexa Vega. Two new… Read more
Tom Felton Interview-Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy
Crowds of people came out to meet British actor Tom Felton, 23, who has played the character Draco Malfoy in all eight of the Harry Potter films since their debut in 2001. He appeared at … Read more
Crazy, Stupid, Love PG-13 ★★★
Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are among the cast of CRAZY, STUPID, LOVE © 2011 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved
Strong Cast Elevates This Mostly Love, but sometimes Crazy/Stupid … Read more
K-2 Productions Fashion Week Sarah Adamson and Kay Eller Presenters
K-2 Productions Fashion Week Sarah Adamson and Kay Eller Presenters
In an effort to offer information to the community and help out with the fund raising efforts for K-2 Productions Fashion Week, Sarah Adamson and … Read more
Woody Harrelson and Jesse Eisenberg Walk the Red Carpet in Chicago Promoting the Film “Zombieland”
The Red Carpet was rolled out for the movie, “Zombieland.” starring Jesse Eisenberg and Woody Harrelson in Chicago along with hundreds of zombies. The event was held at the AMC theater on Illinois Ave, in … Read more
1st Just For Laughs Comedy Festival 2009 ‘On The Red Carpet’ with Harold Ramis, “Year One” Premiere
Sarah’s Backstage Pass attended a Red Carpet event for the premiere of the film “Year One” and the honoring of Harold Ramis the recipient of the Just For Laughs Lifetime Achievement Award. The award is … Read more
Paul Brittain Cast of SNL Interview
When I reminiscence upon my past career as a gifted reading teacher of nine and ten year olds, in Naperville’s Project IDEA program, I often wonder where those students are or what they are doing… Read more
Midnight in Paris (PG-13) ★★★★
Owen Wilson stars in Woody Allen’s “Midnight in Paris”
Woody Allen’s Paris Film Offers a Nostalgic and Romantic Look at the Past
Ah…Paris, the city of love, and … Read more
Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG) ★★★★
Jack Black returns to voice Po.
That lovable panda is back and in a big way! The first film, “Kung Fu Panda” was nominated for Best Animated Motion Picture during the 2009 Academy Award® season … Read more
Melissa McCarthy Interview CoStar of “Bridesmaids”
“Bridesmaids” costar Melissa McCarthy is laugh-out-loud hysterical and grew up on a farm in Plainfield. Her new show “Mike and Molly” has been doing very well and was picked up for another season. Here’s part … Read more
‘Judy Moody’ star Jordana Beatty Interview
Jordana Beatty, an Australian actress is starring in “Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer” movie, and was in person to meet fans and sign autographs at the Hollywood Palms Theater in Naperville this past … Read more
Interview with Danielle Campbell CoStar of “Prom”
Danielle Campbell was in Chicago during a press tour for the movie “Prom” which opens April 29. She and I met and chatted about her role, the movie, family and her hometown of Hinsdale.
Sarah … Read more
Burt Reynolds Interview, Chats About Regrets, Friendships, His Mustache and More
It’s hard to believe that film legend Burt Reynolds has appeared in over 100 films and that he still teaches acting in his hometown of Juniper, Florida. Born in 1936, (remarkably we share the same … Read more
The Incredibles on Blu-ray™/DVD (PG) ★★★★
“The Incredibles” Photo Credit: Disney StudiosDisney Pixar’s “The Incredibles” now on Blu-ray™ and DVD
“The Incredibles” is an animated Disney Pixar film that has just been released on DVD and Blu-ray. It’s quality family … Read more
Zachary Gordon “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules” Interview
Sarah Chats Again with the Star of “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules,” Zachary Gordon
The Hollywood Palms theater in Naperville hosted a special advanced screening for the film, “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: … Read more
The Lincoln Lawyer (R) ★★★
Mick Haller (Matthew McConaughey, left) and Louis Roulet (Ryan Phillippe, right) in THE LINCOLN LAWYER. Photo credit: Saeed Adyani
Backstage Film Reviews- Radio Broadcasts
Just the Facts!
Mystery, Dramatic Thriller − Lionsgate Studios. The film … Read more
Mia Wasikowska and Director Cary Fukunaga “Jane Eyre” Interview
“Jane Eyre” was a selection during the International Film Festival at the Gene Siskel Theater in Chicago, March 6, 2011. Moviegoers were also treated to a Q&A afterwards with the star Mia Wasikowska, who portrays … Read more
Spike Lee Speaks at North Central College
If you ever have the chance to listen to Spike Lee speak, then go. He’s the kind of guy that has opinions and isn’t afraid to express them−regardless if you agree with him or not;… Read more