Reporting for RogerEbert.com from the Critics’ Choice Awards
My report from the live show on the CW Network is posted to RogerEbert.com. Here’s an excerpt along with a backstage conversation with Renée Zellweger the Best… Read more about 25th Critics’ Choice Awards…
Anthony McCarten says, “Finding a Consensus and a Common Ground is the Real Message of The Two Popes”
I spoke with Anthony McCarten screenwriter of “The Two Popes,” after a screening of the film at… Read more about Interview: Anthony McCarten “The Two Popes”…
Letts chats about his Chicago theater roots, his writing process, his admiration of Greta Gerwig and his thoughts on why everyone should see “Ford v Ferrari” on the big screen.
Tracy Letts is a name… Read more about Tracy Letts Interview “Ford v Ferrari” and “Little Women” #TIFF…
Susan Kelechi Watson is known for portraying the ‘calming, voice of reason wife’ of Sterling K. Brown in the Emmy winning television series “This Is Us” she plays a similar role in the heartwarming film,… Read more about Susan Kelechi Watson Interview, “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood”…
“The Irishman” Netflix Press Conference Beverly Hills, California
Broadcast film critics gathered at the Four Seasons Hotel for a luncheon followed by a press conference with Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, and Al Pacino. When… Read more about “The Irishman” Interviews Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro and Al Pacino…
The Canadian film, “The Guest of Honour” director and cast, shot in Hamilton, Canada, sat down with me during the Toronto International Film Festival in a round table format at the lovely Coffee Oysters Champagne restaurant.… Read more about Luke Wilson, Atom Egoyan, David Thewlis and Laysla De Oliveria Interviews #TIFF “Guest of Honour”…
Director Bryce Dallas Howard and her dad, Ron Howard walked the Red Carpet and chatted with press about her directorial debut film, “Dads.”
Bryce Dallas Howard told the audience after an uproarious standing ovation preceding… Read more about Red Carpet Interview with Director Bryce Dallas Howard and Ron Howard of “Dads” #TIFF…
Directors Waad al-Kateab, Edward Watts and Dr. Hamza al-Kateab Discuss the Making of “For Sama”
“For Sama” has been championed as, “One of the most important films you’ll ever see in your life.” At the… Read more about “For Sama” Interviews with Directors Waad al-Kateab and Edward Watts and Dr. Hamza al-Kateab…
Lulu Wang screenwriter and director of “The Farewell” interview touches on her gratefulness to Roger and Chaz Ebert for being chosen for a Directing Fellowship, the qualities of a strong grandparent role model, and the… Read more about Interview with Lulu Wang “The Farewell”…
Stranger Things Season 3, Dacre Montgomery and Cary Elwes, Talk 4th of July 🇺🇸, Mullet Hairstyle, Lifeguarding, Sleazy Politicians, Dark Themes and More!
The 4th of July is traditionally celebrated with apple pie, BBQ’s and fireworks,… Read more about Dacre Montgomery and Cary Elwes “Stranger Things 3” Interview…
Tracy Edwards on the Making of “Maiden”
Director Alex Holmes, tells the inspirational tale of adventure on the dangerous high seas and deliberate prejudice on dry land of Tracy Edwards, the star of his new… Read more about Tracy Edwards Interview, “Maiden”…
Miranda Bailey, talks about her childhood parent’s separation, being a female in the filmmaking business, her role models and more.
My interview with Miranda Bailey occurred in the beautiful Peninsula Hotel in Chicago, on June… Read more about Miranda Bailey Interview, Director “Being Frank”…
Jim Gaffigan gets candid about his role in “Being Frank,” his college football days, his family vacations, doing standup in our ‘politically correct’ culture world, and more.
Jim Gaffigan, (Frank) and Logan Miller, (Phillip) play… Read more about Jim Gaffigan Interview “Being Frank”…
Nathan Fletcher grew up in a surfing legacy family on the beaches of southern California; he had a dream of jumping from a helicopter with his surfboard onto a relatively large wave and riding that… Read more about Interview with Pro Big Wave Surfer Nathan Fletcher Staring in “Heavy Water”…
ROMA, VICE, BLACK PANTHER WIN BIG AT 24TH CRITICS’ CHOICE AWARDS
Energetic host Taye Diggs, kicked off the evening at the 24th Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica, CA, with a song and dance number… Read more about Critics Choice Awards 2019 (posted to RogerEbert.com)…
Director and screenplay writer Alfonso Cuarón tells a very personal story of growing up in the 70s in Colonia Roma, Mexico. Roma a story of home, love, hope, courage, and change is female-focused, providing emotional, soul-searching portraits.… Read more about Alfonso Cuarón “ROMA” Interview…
“Bohemian Rhapsody” Costume Designer Julian Day Replicates Freddy Mercury’s Iconic Style
Julian Day’s designs appear in Ron Howard’s “Rush” (2013), Oliver Hirschbiegel’s “Diana” (2013), (Princess Diana, biographical drama), and the soon to be released Elton… Read more about Julian Day Interview, Costume Designer “Bohemian Rhapsody”…
Director and co-writer Sean Anders new film “Instant Family” is based partially on him and his wife’s real-life experiences with foster care prior to the adoption of their three children who are biological siblings. The… Read more about Sean Anders Interview, “Instant Family”…
A marvelous evening it was, spent with Emmy, Golden Globe, and Critic’s Choice Award winner, Rachel Brosnahan, at The Highland Park Community House in Highland Park, IL.
“A Marvelous Evening with Mrs. Maisel,” a fundraiser… Read more about Rachel Brosnahan Interview by Alexi Rabin…
Book Launch, “The Greatest Love Story Ever Told”
It was a special day in Chicago on Tuesday, Oct. 2, when Michigan Avenue Magazine celebrated their October issue with cover stars, Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman. The… Read more about On the Red Carpet with Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman by Patty Babin…
Bradley Cooper Gives His Perspectives on “A Star is Born”
Bradley Cooper and Oliver Platt were in Chicago, IL at the AMC River East Theater on the evening of September 17, 2018, to discuss the… Read more about Bradley Cooper Q&A “A Star is Born”…
MARC TURTLETAUB on PUZZLE, Kelly Macdonald and Women’s Roles — Sarah Knight Adamson interviews
As producer, Marc Turtletaub has been investing cash and cred in femme-centric feature films since 2004, standing behind award-winning films such… Read more about Interview with Marc Turtletaub Director of Puzzle…
My interview with writer-director, Shana Feste and teen actor Lewis MacDougall was conducted via phone as I was ill with a bad cold, which was a shame as I prefer to meet talent face to… Read more about Shana Feste (Director, Writer) and Lewis MacDougall (Actor) in the film “Boundaries”…
My interview for the movie Book Club, with director Bill Holderman and screenplay writer Erin Simms was held in a suite at the beautiful Park Hyatt Hotel in Chicago, May 11, 2018. It’s always easier… Read more about Bill Holderman and Erin Simms Interview “Book Club”…