Black Harvest Festival Unveils 32nd Year Lineup
The Chicago festival showcases films made by Black artists from 18 countries, running Friday through Nov. 15 at the Gene Siskel Film Center.
Chicago Film News
For readers in Chicago, this page covers theatrical releases, box office performance, studio production slates and industry news. Reporting explores the intersection of entertainment trends and the broader cultural landscape.
Horror
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Ted Raimi to Premiere New Horror Talk Show Friday
Actor Ted Raimi will debut his new horror-themed talk show on Screambox this October 30.
Urban
Director Revives Historic Lincoln Motion Picture Company
The pioneering Black-owned studio returns with a new short film for the Black Harvest Film Festival in Chicago.
Arthouse
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Chicago Cinema Weekend to Celebrate Indie Film
The inaugural event for independent and art house venues runs March 19-21, 2027, across Chicago.
Documentary
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Think Jerky Sales Surge After Documentary Cameo
The Chicago-based brand sees record growth following a prominent feature in the film You Can See Everything.
Foreign
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Do you believe award-winning films accurately capture the essence of the communities they portray?
The Dreamed Adventure Wins Gold Hugo in Chicago
The international co-production takes top honors at the 62nd Chicago International Film Festival.
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Chicago reporting spans major studio releases, independent productions, box office trends and industry acquisition news. It reaches across the city and the communities around it to track the shifting landscape of entertainment. The city serves as a distinct backdrop for filming and a hub for media consumption, which influences how local audiences engage with new releases. Shifts in distribution models and the increasing role of streaming platforms remain the most constant factors changing the industry.