Watch the 31st Critics Choice Awards Live on E and USA
The 31st annual Critics’ Choice Awards, hosted by Chelsea Handler, will air live on both coasts from 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT to 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, on E! … Read more
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Jay Kelly (R) ★★★½
The Academy Award-winning director Noah Baumbach co-wrote the script for his comedy-drama film “Jay Kelly” with Emily Mortimer, who is also an actress. His film stars George Clooney as Jay, Kelly, the famous movie star, … Read more
The Studio Series ★★★★ Apple TV
Seth Rogen’s “The Studio” offers a richly layered insider’s perspective on the intricate world of Hollywood filmmaking while showcasing exceptional comedic talent. Without a doubt, this 10-episode series streaming on Apple TV is the funniest … Read more
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy ★★★★ Peacock TV
The irresistibly charming Bridget Jones, brought to life by Renée Zellweger, makes her much-anticipated return in the delightful comedy “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.” After a nine-year hiatus, fans can once again revel in … Read more
Emily in Paris Season 4 Netflix ★★★★
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (PG) ★★★½
‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is the perfect holiday family film for all to enjoy this year. It’s playing now in theaters and streaming online, told through a narrator, young Beth Bradley (Molly Belle Wright), … Read more
Chaz Ebert Interview “It’s Time to Give a FECK” Book Tour
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
The 29th Critics Choice Awards Honor a Wide Variety of Film and TV posted to Roger Ebert
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
Toronto International Film Festival TIFF 2023
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
Interview Wendi McLendon-Covey PIXAR movie “Elemental”
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
Roger Ebert’s Ebertfest Film Festival 2023
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
CCA Celebration of Black Cinema and Television Awards posted to RogerEbert.com
The atmosphere of the Critics Choice Black Celebration of Cinema and Television this past Monday evening, December 5, can be summed up as joyous. The recognition event honors the outstanding work in film and television … Read more
“White Noise” (R) ★★★½ New York City Opening, Interviews with Stars
“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
West Side Story (PG-13) ★★★★ Hollywood 360 Radio Podcast
Tonight, I’m going to review the film “West Side Story” it’s rated PG-13 and is the remake of the 1961 movie. Steven Spielberg directs with Tony Kushner as a screenwriter; I recently watched the 1961 … Read more
93rd Academy Awards 2021, a View From the Virtual Oscar Press Office
Sunday, April 25, 2021, the day of the Academy Awards, began with a familiarity of anticipation that I have come to expect over the years—except this year was different, I was accepted to be a … Read more
Interview with Rod Lurie – Director “The Outpost”
Happy July 4, 2020, “The Outpost” is a military thriller film, of a small unit of U.S. soldiers, who fought in the Battle of Kamdesh, during the Afghan War in 2009. Bravo Troop 3-61 CAV … Read more
Interview with Lulu Wang “The Farewell”
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
Rachel Brosnahan Interview by Alexi Rabin
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
Ebertfest 2017, Focuses on Empathy, Kindness, Compassion and Forgiveness
A Film Critic’s Personal Journey to Ebertfest and Revisiting Her Childhood Home of University of Illinois
The 19th Annual Ebertfest Film Festival, April 19-23, was held at the historic 1,525-seat Virginia Theater and the University … Read more
Critics Choice Awards 2016 Santa Monica, CA Winners and Red Carpet Interviews
22nd Critics Choice Awards and Red Carpet Interviews by Sarah Knight Adamson
The 22nd Annual Critics Choice Awards, which includes the Broadcast Film Critics Association and Television Journalists Association Red [Blue] Carpet, was the spotlight … Read more
Pixar Animation Studios Steve Jobs Theater Visit
An Invitation to Attend a Film Screening at Pixar Studios
Don’t you just love it when the sun, the moon, and the stars all align? Typically, I receive special film screening notices fairly regularly that … Read more
Hosting the 88th Academy Awards Charity Event – Mixture of Fun and Surprises
Hollywood Blvd. Cinema and Variety Charity Viewing Party is a Huge Success and the winners are …”The Kids of Illinois”
Weather in the 60s on a Chicago winter day is a sigh of relief; especially … Read more
Top 20 Movies of 2015 and More!
Top 20 Movies of 2015−In Order of Favorites-Starting with #1
1. Spotlight– Drama, based on true events. Director & screenplay credit, Tom McCarthy, Screenplay, Josh Singer. An all-star cast, Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel … Read more
Chicago International Film Festival 2015-It’s a Wrap by Patty Babin
At a Glance−The 2015 Chicago International Film Festival
The energy was magnetic at the 2015 CIFF. The AMC River East was filled with press, actors, directors, producers, photographers, film lovers, volunteers, and last but not … Read more