Chaz Ebert asked me to interview her for the start of her book tour at Anderson’s Bookshop in Naperville, Illinois. What a great evening it was to listen to Chaz further explain some of the… Read more about Chaz Ebert Interview “It’s Time to Give a FECK” Book Tour…
The Bikeriders” has an all-star cast, with Jodi Comer, Austin Butler, Tom Hardy and Michael Shannon. The movie is inspired by a photo book of the same name by Danny Lyon, written in 1968. Jeff… Read more about Jodi Comer Interview & The Bikeriders Review (R) ★★★★…
For the film “In the Land of Saints and Sinners,” I was invited to speak with the director, Rob Lorenz. We had a Zoom interview, and it was informative. We talked about his Irish heritage,… Read more about Rob Lorenz Interview “In the Land of Saints and Sinners”…
The 29th annual Critics Choice Awards, held this past January 14th, moved to the Barker Hanger at the Santa Monica Airport, to accommodate the large number of critics that attend as well as the film… Read more about The 29th Critics Choice Awards Honor a Wide Variety of Film and TV posted to Roger Ebert…
Hollywood 360 Radio Network podcast segment of the Toronto 2023 International Film Festival:
Attending the Toronto International Film Festival in-person is always a treat, and this year is no different—in fact, this may have been… Read more about Toronto International Film Festival TIFF 2023…
As the film world ardently awaits the opening of Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon,” which screened at the Cannes Film Festival, my anticipation is sky-high, as I’ve been following the film’s journey since… Read more about David Grann Interview Author “Killers of the Flower Moon” Posted to RogerEbert.com…
I recently talked with Jane Lynch, the voice of Apple’s new commercial, about protecting your health data using Apple’s health app. The commercial has an essential message for everyone garnering 3 million views since it… Read more about Interview Jane Lynch the Voice of Apple’s Health App Commercial…
Wendi McLendon-Covey and I chatted a few years ago on the Red Carpet during the Critics Choice Awards in Los Angeles; speaking with her in my part of the world, Chicago, was a treat. She… Read more about Interview Wendi McLendon-Covey PIXAR movie “Elemental”…
Donald Mowat, a renowned makeup artist, is from Canada; I recently conducted a Zoom interview with him for “Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant” film. He has a long list of credits on many successful films, The… Read more about Interview with Donald Mowat Makeup Artist “Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant”…
The year is 1996, in Waterloo, Ontario, a city in Canada. Mike Lazaridis (Jay Baruchel) and his business partner and best friend Douglas Fregin (Matt Johnson) are close to creating the world’s first smartphone. Struggling… Read more about BlackBerry Interview Matt Johnson, Director and Co-writer…
Ebertfest Film Festival 2023, Focuses on Empathy
The Ebertfest film festival began on Wednesday, April 19, and ended Saturday evening, April 22, with all screenings at the majestic Virginia Theatre in downtown Champaign, IL.
Ebertfest… Read more about Roger Ebert’s Ebertfest Film Festival 2023…
My selection during the Toronto International Film Festival started with the comedic writer-director Paul Weitz’s film, “Moving On,” starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Malcolm McDowell, and Richard Roundtree.
The story centers on a man (Howard),… Read more about Paul Weitz Interview–“Moving On” Director and Writer…
My article is published on RogerEbert. com, although this post is similar in theme it contains a few more photos of the Red Carpet and the Awards show. The awards event took place January 15,… Read more about Critics Choice Awards 2023 Red Carpet Coverage…
“White Noise” made history as the first film ever to be named the opening night selection at both the Venice and New York Film Festivals. Attending the film’s opening in New York City during a… Read more about “White Noise” (R) ★★★½ New York City Opening, Interviews with Stars…
The year is 1967 in Inwood, NY a Merchant Marine on leave, John ‘Chickie’ Donohue (Zac Efron), annoys his dad by sleeping late after hanging out all night with buddies at Doc Fiddler’s (Bill Murray)… Read more about The Greatest Beer Run Ever (R) ★★★…
Reflecting upon my fourth year of press accreditation of the Toronto International Film Festival, I continue to be impressed with the festival’s wide variety of films offered, the opportunities to meet talent, and especially viewing… Read more about 30 TIFF Films, Recap, and Red Carpet…
My interview with director Alex Pritz, the director of “The Territory,” an enlightening view of the Amazon Basin and deforestation issues, was via Zoom video on August 11, 2022. As a school teacher and curriculum… Read more about Interview Alex Pritz director of “The Territory…
Doc10 Film Festival Features Award-Worthy Lineup
Hey Chicago! Do you like documentaries? How about a film festival whose programmers have chosen the ‘best of the best’ for you? How about only 10 films? Yes,… Read more about Interview with Doc10 Film Festival Founders Paula Froehle and Steve Cohen…
Oh What a Night Honoring Cinema and Television
Upon walking into the lovely reception area in front of the gorgeous Los Angeles ballroom at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel, attendees munched, mingled, and sipped while listening… Read more about 4th Annual Celebration of Black Cinema and Television Awards…
Highlights of the 2021 Film Fest 919 Include King Richard, Passing, and More
The Film Fest 919 takes place in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and offers wide-ranging, buzz-worthy films along with on-site talent, discussions, events, and… Read more about Highlights of the 2021 Film Fest 919 posted to RogerEbert.com…
“Oleg: The Oleg Vidov Story” is a documentary based on Oleg Vidov’s life as a Russian actor (known as the Robert Redford of the USSR) who escaped at age 42 to America. The 95-minute documentary… Read more about Oleg: The Oleg Vidov Story & Joan Borsten Vidov Interview FF 919…
As a member of the Advisory Board of Film Fest 919, I am personally thrilled with the film offerings and the creative events offered. Located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, founders Randi Emerman and Carol… Read more about Film Fest 919 Part 1…
I interviewed Gia Coppola on May 4, 2021, via Zoom for her second film, “Mainstream,” starring Andrew Garfield and Maya Hawke. “Mainstream” is a cautionary tale regarding social media and it’s effects on our lives.… Read more about Gia Coppola Interview and Mainstream Film Review (R) ★★★½…
I interviewed Christo Brock, the writer and director of the documentary film “Brewmance” on April 6, 2021, via Zoom. I enjoyed the film “Brewmance” as I learned so much about not only craft beers, I… Read more about Christo Brock Interview “Brewmance”…