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My Thoughts: Logan Lucky

by Rick ShepherdAugust 11, 2020August 12, 20200

After watching Knives Out (2019) I decided to give Logan Lucky (2017), directed by Steven Soderbergh, a try as a result of a general discussion I was having with a friend about Daniel Craig’s accent-work. Here are a few things that I took note of during my enjoyable afternoon of viewing Logan Lucky: no matter how big or small, the film takes the time to focus on farcical and comedic situations, there is a an unbelievable ease to the pacing of the film and all in all, the movie stays true to the genre of “heist” films.

Are you working on Chicago’s next great short film? (First deadline on July 31st)

by chicagofilmsceneJuly 24, 2020July 23, 20200

Eleven04’s First Backer Initiative is a massive support package aimed at empowering Chicago’s indie film community.

My Thoughts: Knives Out

by Rick ShepherdJuly 20, 2020July 31, 20200

Knives Out (2019), written and directed by Rian Johnson is easily my favorite “Who Done It?” film since Scream. It pretty much has all you need, a southern P.I. with a smooth and deep voice, a cast of campy characters full of intentions that are anything but good, and a kind-eyed innocent, individual whose moral compass guides her to the treasure at the end of the map.

My Thoughts: Idiocracy

by Rick ShepherdJuly 9, 2020July 31, 20200

You ever see something that reminds you of a movie, and you can’t get that cinematic image out of your mind until you watch it? Yeah, me too. Idiocracy (2006), directed by Mike Judge, has been circling around my head like a dragonfly spiraling toward a lily pad on a hot summer afternoon.

My Thoughts: Ready or Not

by Rick ShepherdJune 30, 2020July 31, 20200

This week I’m breaking down the film Ready or Not, a black comedy thriller that was released in 2019, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olphin and Tyler Gillett.

Story Forge has its winner: Christian Mejía

by chicagofilmsceneJune 24, 2020June 27, 20200

Eleven04’s first-ever live streaming event, featuring five Chicago filmmakers pitching their scripts alongside live table reads, has announced its winner after an online community vote.

Story Forge Brings Chicago’s Film Community Together Online

by chicagofilmsceneJune 6, 2020June 6, 20200

Eleven04’s first-ever live streaming event, featuring five Chicago filmmakers pitching their scripts alongside live table reads, surpassed expectations and brought new energy to the local film community.

Off the Beaten Path | Danger 5 S2E1 – Merry Christmas Colonel

by Joseph MacMasterNovember 1, 2019July 22, 20200

With “Merry Christmas Colonel”, we leave behind the pulpy 60’s for the flashy and excessive 80’s. The question is, is the transition successful?

Off the Beaten Path | Danger 5 S1E5 – Fresh Meat for Hitler’s Sex Kitchen

by Joseph MacMasterOctober 23, 2019July 22, 20200

If you like strong character based humor, a wild premise, and some true bombshells, you’ll love this episode.

Off the Beaten Path | Love, Death & Robots S1E17 – Alternate Histories

by Joseph MacMasterOctober 9, 2019July 22, 20200

With the penultimate episode of “Love, Death & Robots” we get ask an age old question. What would happen if Hitler died before his rise to power? The answer is funnier than you think.