PREVIEW: 7th Annual Irish American Movie Hooley

Folks, it’s been a year, but fortunes and health are looking up enough to maybe get back to some good old fun. As the Irish say, when a party gets rowdy, they call it a “hooley.” For movie fans, I think it’s high time we mix a little whiskey with our night out. As the Irish like to say, when a party gets rowdy, they call it a “hooley.” With that vibrancy in mind, the 7th annual Irish American Movie Hooley returns to the Gene Siskel Film Center in Chicago this weekend. This resident Chicagoan with Irish roots has you covered.

2021, Column, Chicago Film Festival, Documentary, Foreign Film, Independent Film, Film Festival, SPECIALDon ShanahanSeptember 22, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 5 Classic Movies to Enjoy With Your Pets

by Kathy D

The best family time is spent when you and your loved ones do something for you both, and nothing speaks the quality family time like watching a great movie together. Who doesn't love movies? Pets are also part of the family, and a movie will do them some good once in a while. Getting snuggly on the couch with your pet, especially on a chilly evening with a great movie title, is among the few precious moments in life that must be cherished.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanSeptember 21, 2021Comment

GUEST EDITORIAL: Skills You Need To Become a Film Director

by Lewis Robinson

Being a film director means bringing your vision to life, sharing a meaningful message, and making a connection with your audience. It is a fulfilling line of work, but like every other job, it requires you to develop certain skills. If you would like to direct movies but aren't sure that you have the necessary qualities, here is an explanation of what you need.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanSeptember 21, 2021Comment

MOVIE REVIEW: The Eyes of Tammy Faye

WebMD will tell you that selective listening involves “consciously or unconsciously choosing to listen to what is relevant to you and ignore what isn’t.” Marinate on that for a moment, especially the second part, and then apply that notion to the talking heads and one-track minds of the spiritually devout you see leading cameras and congregations of people with loose wallets and even looser gullibility. That’s the misplaced morality at the center of Michael Showalters’ The Eyes of Tammy Faye.

2021, 3 STARS, Film Festival, Independent Film, MOVIE REVIEWDon ShanahanSeptember 19, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Top Movies Based on Books

by Margaret Hoover

In the past, people were fond of reading books and novels. There was a massive collection of books and novels based on true stories. Thrilling and romantic novels are always one of the best sellers. However, as time passed, many people kept themselves busier in their life and lost their interest in books. With the evolution in technology, Hollywood played a significant role in film adaptations of books. Now, people normally want to watch Netflix movies instead of reading books, and Hollywood realized it. As a result, hundreds of best movie books help revive the book and novel stories somehow. If you are a film lover, then this article is for you.

2021, Column, EditorialDon ShanahanSeptember 19, 2021Comment

GUEST EDITORIAL: Amazing Movies of All Time for Sales Professionals

by Emma Wilson

If there were ever an industry that has benefited from its portrayal on the big screen, it would be advertising and sales. Throughout the recent history of cinema, some of the best movies about the advertising industry have impacted both aspiring and experienced sales professionals. Some movies entertain, while others leave a lasting impression. These movies tick all the right boxes. Here are some of the thrilling movies of all time for professionals in marketing and sales.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 19, 2021Comment

GUEST EDITORIAL: The Craziest Courtroom Movies

by Kevin Gardner

The legal system is filled with strict procedures, rules of engagement, and all sorts of legal terminology - all of which were surely designed by lawyers. Lawyers and judges maneuver in this world only after years of training and passing exhaustive exams. With a process so heavily regulated and formal, it is the perfect backdrop for comedic movies. Misunderstandings due to legal jargon and pitting the common people against the system can create hilarious scenes. Here are some of the craziest courtroom movies.

2021, Column, Editorial, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 19, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 4 Amazing Girl Boss Movies To Check Out

by Kevin Gardner

When you want to be empowered and entertained, few things are better than a girl boss movie. So, here are four amazing girl boss movies to check out. When it comes to girl boss movies, it's hard to go wrong. Choose a flick and enjoy feeling empowered!

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 16, 2021Comment

GUEST EDITORIAL: What These 5 Stars Did Before They Were Famous Will Amaze You

by Lewis Robinson

Famous people can create a reaction in a crowd that is amazing to see. Screaming, fainting and weeping are all responses you might see in a crowd when a celebrity appears. But even the most elite stars had to start somewhere. You might be surprised at the regular jobs that some of these superstars had before they found fame

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanSeptember 16, 2021Comment

GUEST EDITORIAL: Why Professional Athletes Make Great Actors

by Lewis Robinson

One thing that all professional athletes have in common is their time spent in the spotlight. Those at the very top are well-known all around the world. Although they're competing in athletic events, to a certain extent they're putting on a show for a very large audience. Many sports figures have even taken it a step further and had great success in show business. Here are several reasons why professional sportspeople make such good actors.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanSeptember 16, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 5 Motivational Films For Making Money

by David Walker

Sometimes you want to start something and are afraid, in this case you can be saved by the support of loved ones, the motivation that is either in films, or in music and so on, it also depends on the person. And this often happens, you must agree that we lose faith in ourselves and, simply, get tired of routine work and eternal worries. Sometimes you really want to quit some business and stop doing it because you are very tired. Unfortunately, we, people, are so arranged - sometimes our resources and vital energy end, we, like cars, need gasoline, that is, a kind of recharge in order to move on with renewed vigor. Whatever it is - it's normal to get tired.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 16, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Thought-Provoking Films That Depict the Restaurant Industry

by Lewis Robinson

Hollywood has covered nearly every subject in everyday life since its origins in the silent era, but most films involve adventure, crime or drama. Film writers and the studios that hire them focus their attention on the plots that the public demands the most, and unfortunately, they seldom focus on the restaurant industry. However, a few remarkable movies stand out and show the public what happens behind the scenes at a restaurant. Here are the best films that depict the foodservice industry.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 16, 2021Comment