Posts in "10 Best"
EDITORIAL: The 10 Best Films of 2013

For the third year in a row, I've been lucky enough to catch as many of the best and brightest movies of 2013 as possible before the official end of the year today.  I managed to keep seeing movies and discovered the beauty of Video on Demand, which expanded my opportunities to review movies running concurrently in theaters.  I found greater luck being near the big city of Chicago to win my way into advance screenings through contests and Gofobo events.  The best part of all was getting the chance to treat myself and take part in the 49th Chicago International Film Festival, where three of my "10 Best" movies came from.  I'm amazed that I was able to see all that I did with a new little piece of entertainment at home.

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EDITORIAL: The Best Movies Filmed and Set in Chicago

As a movie nerd at heart, the visuals of the city and its skyline that have shown up in popular movies have become my go-to landmarks and conversation starters.  I point to a spot, mention the movie, and it all clicks.  Since it's been quite a while since I've written a good editorial "10 Best" list, I've decided to make Chicago the subject.  Here, with a couple of shameless ties, are my picks for the ten best movies filmed and set in Chicago.  

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