★★★★ (4 Stars) is the Highest Rating
Properly Prepared, Sensationally Satisfying
Writer, director, producer and actor, Jon Favreau is back filmmaking again, but far from the Iron Man franchise. In Favreau’s latest indie-style flick, Chef, he tackles roles both in front of… Read more about Chef (R) ★★★½…
Redmayne Should Prepare Himself for An Oscar Nod
Most know Stephen Hawking as the English astrophysicist, or just a sheer genius. Besides those who study algorithms and atoms for a living, what do the rest… Read more about The Theory of Everything (PG-13) ★★★★…
Stellar Sci-Fi
More often nowadays, films are fueling the conversations about the end of the world. Will we run out of food and supplies? Are we poisoning our air and water? What can we even… Read more about Interstellar (PG-13) ★★★½…
More often than not the road to love is a winding one, with some combination of thrilling attractions, disheartening breakdowns, dead ends and head-scratching u-turns along the way. The 4th annual Chicago Comedy Film Festival… Read more about Chicago Comedy Film Festival: Love Is Strange…
Fincher Stuns Audiences Yet Again
Although Gone Girl is a mystery there was never a question as to whether the movie would be a box-office success. Based on the immensely popular Gillian Flynn book of… Read more about Gone Girl (R) ★★★★…
“Gone Girl” is a psychological thriller with plenty of surprises to hold you captive until the credits roll. Director David Fincher’s adaption of Gillian Flynn’s best-selling novel is mesmerizing. Personally, I felt Fincher’s “The Social… Read more about Gone Girl (R) ★★★★ by Sarah Knight Adamson…
No Taken 4
The legendary Liam Neeson never disappoints. He’s famously known as the protective, paternal warrior and protagonist, especially in action-thrillers like Non-Stop (2014), The Grey (2011) and the Taken series (2008, 2012).
Mark Duplass & Elizabeth Moss Steal The Screen, Literally
Thirysomethings, Ethan (Mark Duplass, Parkland 2013) and Sophie (Elizabeth Moss, Mad Men 2007-2015) have tried nearly everything to save their marriage. Now, their therapist (Ted Danson,… Read more about The One I Love (R) ★★★★…
Scar Jo Goes Out of Her Damsel Comfort Zone
Scarlett Johansson is one of Hollywood’s most well-known blonde vixens who most often plays the role of the seductress like in Her (2013), Don Jon (2013),… Read more about Lucy (R) ★★★½…
The Comedy About Romantic Comedies
Everyone recognizes the classic clichés in romantic comedies whether it be a meet-cute or an opposites attract scenario. There is likely a token best friend and the protagonist is probably… Read more about They Came Together (R) ★★½…
Here’s an “American Dream” jukebox musical story set in the 60s about a talented group of singing teens from one of the worst neighborhoods in New Jersey who believed in themselves enough to make it… Read more about Jersey Boys (R) ★★★…
“Obvious Child” is Risky & Refreshing
When it comes to rom-coms, the conflict seems to always find its way to a perfect solution, a solution that is sure to sit well with audiences. The lead… Read more about Obvious Child (R) ★★★½…
One of the Best Summer Blockbusters of 2014
What separates the X-Men movies is their ability to introduce new characters through its series, compared to other superhero movies like Batman or Spider-Man that rely on… Read more about X-Men Days of Future Past (PG-13) ★★★★…
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Incredible Family Story Comes to the Big Screen
The New York Times best-selling book Heaven is for Real by Nebraska Pastor Todd Burpo opens on the big screen this coming Wednesday before Easter. Oscar nominee… Read more about Heaven is for Real (PG) ★★★½…
Chicago is always an exciting place to be, whether you are checking out blues music and festivals, sporting events, cutting-edge cuisine or spending a day at the beach. It’s no wonder that Chicago was chosen… Read more about Spider-Man in Chicago for Earth Hour 2014!…
Be Sure to Visit The Grand Budapest Hotel
Those familiar with Wes Anderson films recognize his trademarks: clever writing, ensemble casts, a particular eye for detail, and his love of nostalgia and outdated quirks. The… Read more about The Grand Budapest Hotel (R) ★★★½…
The Lego Movie: Friendly Family Flick
Unlike many other animated movies, where the story is based on a classic fairytale or historical figure, The Lego Movie does not have the benefit of a famous story… Read more about The Lego Movie (PG) ★★★★…
Bonds of Brotherhood + Horrors of War
While audiences can easily guess the outcome of Peter Berg’s latest action film, Lone Survivor, based on its title, don’t be fooled into thinking this is a movie… Read more about Lone Survivor (R) ★★★★…
1. American Hustle-The hysterical story of how a brilliant con man out-smarts the Fed’s with the help of his seductive mistress.
2. 12 Years a Slave- The true story of Solomon Northup, a free black… Read more about Top 10 Movies of 2013…
Walt Disney Keeps His Promise
Two-time Academy Award winner Emma Thompson (Beautiful Creatures) and double Oscar-winner Tom Hanks (Captain Phillips) star in this true story inspired by the astonishing backstory of how Disney’s classic Mary… Read more about Saving Mr. Banks (PG-13) ★★★★…
A Love Story Unlike Any Other
Although he writes love letters for a living, Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix The Master 2012), is in a lonely place and struggles to cope with his divorce. One day,… Read more about Her (R) ★★★½…
“12 Years A Slave,” the harrowing adaptation of the memoir of a once-free black man from the North who was kidnapped and sold into slavery in the Deep South in the years leading up to… Read more about The Chicago Film Critics Association 2013 Film Awards…
Big Cats are Rescued From Illegal Circuses
Here’s a passionate documentary that gives a firsthand account of how a group from Animal Defenders International (ADI) set out to stop the abuse of wild animals used… Read more about Lion Ark ★★★½…