CHICAGO – For most of us, music literally becomes the soundtrack to our lives. They become a reflection of our mood, innermost thoughts, and even our fears.…… Read more “New Review from Jon Espino of Hollywood Chicago: Film Review: Vivacity and Simplicity Come Together to Perform in ‘Teen Spirit’”

CHICAGO – After a typical late night, deep dive of the internet, I found something terrifying. Around the 60’s, creating dinners in Jello were popular for some…… Read more “New Review from Jon Espino of Hollywood Chicago: Film Review: ‘Little’ Squanders Its Comedic and Social Potential in an Attempt to Play It Safe”

CHICAGO – According to my YouTube history, unlikely animal friendships would likely be in my top 10 most watched videos, alongside DIY home projects and finding out…… Read more “New Review from Jon Espino of Hollywood Chicago: Film Review: Terrible Messaging in ‘The Best of Enemies’ Ruins an Otherwise Serviceable Film”

CHICAGO – Since the Marvel cinematic universe began over a decade ago with “Iron Man,” it’s shown an amazing talent for consistency. While only a few installments…… Read more “New Review from Jon Espino of Hollywood Chicago: Film Review: Brie Larson as ‘Captain Marvel’ is Not as Marvel-ous”

CHICAGO – He moved deftly from British matinee idol to formidable movie star to reliable character actor, and was nominated four times for an Academy Award (no…… Read more “New Review from Jon Espino of Hollywood Chicago: Film Feature: HollywoodChicago.com Remembers Albert Finney”

CHICAGO – Time to fill out the Oscar prediction ballots! The 91st Academy Awards are on Sunday, February 24th, 2019, and HC film critics Patrick McDonald, Michael…… Read more “New Review from Jon Espino of Hollywood Chicago: Oscar Week: HollywoodChicago.com Predictions for 2019 Academy Awards”

CHICAGO – One of the more pleasant surprises of the 2018 film year was the rise of the connectively expressive film “Roma,” written and directed by Alfonso…… Read more “New Review from Jon Espino of Hollywood Chicago: Oscar Week: Interview with Nominees Yalitza Aparicio & Marina de Tavira of ‘Roma’”