Toy Story 5 (PG) ★★★★
The animated movie Toy Story 5 is rated PG and is playing in theaters now.
All the gang is back with Tom Hanks as Woody the cowboy-sheriff doll, reprising his role that started in 1995,… Read more about Toy Story 5 (PG) ★★★★…
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The Madison Interview with Michelle Pfeiffer
MODERATOR: It is a true honor to welcome an artist whose presence on screen has defined decades of extraordinary storytelling. Today, she joins us in a powerful new chapter with The Madison, where her performance… Read more about The Madison Interview with Michelle Pfeiffer…
Best Medicine TV Series ★★★★
If you’re eagerly awaiting the next season of “Virgin River,” which is set to premiere in March, you might also enjoy “Best Medicine,” a similar TV series centered around a small-town doctor. I must say,… Read more about Best Medicine TV Series ★★★★…
Father Mother Sister Brother (R) ★★★
Director Jim Jarmusch’s film is divided into three parts, each exploring family roles and dynamics, which helps keep viewers engaged by highlighting its thematic structure. His dramedy ‘Father Mother Sister Brother,’ starring Adam Driver, Mayim… Read more about Father Mother Sister Brother (R) ★★★…
31th Critics Choice Awards Honors the Best in Film and TV
Yes, it was all smiles despite the cloudy skies and light sprinkles at the 31st Critics Choice Awards on January 4, 2026. I’ve covered the awards for the last eleven years, and this Chicago-based critic… Read more about 31th Critics Choice Awards Honors the Best in Film and TV…
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 about Watch the 31st Critics Choice Awards Live on E and USA…
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 about Jay Kelly (R) ★★★½…
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 about The Studio Series ★★★★ Apple TV…
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 about Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy ★★★★ Peacock TV…
Emily in Paris Season 4 Netflix ★★★★
Emily in Paris” is a romantic comedy series on Netflix starring Lily Collins as Emily Cooper, an ambitious marketing executive. Emily relocates to Paris to offer an American perspective to a French marketing firm named… Read more about 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 about The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (PG) ★★★½…
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 about Chaz Ebert Interview “It’s Time to Give a FECK” Book Tour…
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 about The 29th Critics Choice Awards Honor a Wide Variety of Film and TV posted to Roger Ebert…
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 about Toronto International Film Festival TIFF 2023…
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 about Interview Wendi McLendon-Covey PIXAR movie “Elemental”…
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 about Roger Ebert’s Ebertfest Film Festival 2023…
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 about CCA Celebration of Black Cinema and Television Awards posted to RogerEbert.com…
“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 about “White Noise” (R) ★★★½ New York City Opening, Interviews with Stars…
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 about West Side Story (PG-13) ★★★★ Hollywood 360 Radio Podcast…
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 about 93rd Academy Awards 2021, a View From the Virtual Oscar Press Office…
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 about Interview with Rod Lurie – Director “The Outpost”…
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 about Interview with Lulu Wang “The Farewell”…
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 about Rachel Brosnahan Interview by Alexi Rabin…
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 about Ebertfest 2017, Focuses on Empathy, Kindness, Compassion and Forgiveness…