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Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg dies at 87

By Reel 360 Sep 18, 2020 0 Comment

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The year 2020 has taken a heavy toll on us. News has just broke that Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has died on Friday, finally losing her bout with cancer. The ...

The Emmys

Night four of Creative Emmy streams winners

By Reel 360 Sep 18, 2020 0 Comment

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The awards keep coming. Last night, The Television Academy hosted the fourth of its five 2020 Creative Arts Emmy® Awards ceremonies honoring outstanding artistic and technical...

The Emmys

Second night of 2020 Creative Emmy Winners

By Reel 360 Sep 18, 2020 0 Comment

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The Television Academy hosted the second of its five 2020 Creative Arts Emmy® Awards ceremonies honoring outstanding artistic and technical achievement in television at Emmys...

The Emmys

Night Three of Creative Emmy Winners announced

By Reel 360 Sep 18, 2020 0 Comment

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The Television Academy hosted the third of its five 2020 Creative Arts Emmy® Awards ceremonies honoring outstanding artistic and technical achievement in television at Emmys.c...

The Emmys

First night of 2020 Creative Emmy Winners announced

By Reel 360 Sep 18, 2020 0 Comment

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The Television Academy tonight hosted the first of its five 2020 Creative Arts Emmy® Awards ceremonies honoring outstandingartistic and technical achievement in television on ...

REEL 360 at AFM

RightsTrade becomes international sponsor of AFM

By Reel 360 Sep 17, 2020 0 Comment

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Our friends at The American Film Market announced today that RightsTrade, the film and TV industry’s online sales platform, has signed on as a Premier Sponsor of AFM 2020 Onl...

TV

‘The Batman’ resumes production in time for Bat Day

By The Geek Sep 17, 2020 0 Comment

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Capes out. Cowls on. It's time to celebrate all things Bat. After a brief hiatus (again) due to star Robert Pattinson testing positive for coronavirus, Matt Reeves' production...

REEL MIAMI

Burger King gets real with its Whopper

By Reel 360 Sep 17, 2020 0 Comment

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Today, Burger King restaurants are proud to announce the Whopper sandwich now features no colors, no flavors and no preservatives from artificial sources in all markets across...

TV

Jim Carrey to play Joe Biden on 46th season of ‘SNL’

By Reel 360 Sep 16, 2020 0 Comment

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New York Times bestselling author and two-time Golden Globe Award winner Jim Carrey will take on the role of Vice President Joe Biden for the upcoming 46th season of Saturday ...

Reel 360 at AFI

AFI announces world premiere of ‘I’m Your Woman’

By Reel 360 Sep 16, 2020 0 Comment

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Monday, the American Film Institute (AFI) announced that the 34th edition of AFI FEST presented by Audi will open with the World Premiere of the Amazon Original film I'm Your...

Indie Film

‘C.I.A.PE,’ ‘Joey and Ella’ complete production in OK

By Reel 360 Sep 16, 2020 0 Comment

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C.I.APE, LLC, and Joey and Ella, LLC, in association with the Oklahoma Film + Music Office (OF+MO), are proud to announce the completion of principal photography on two feature...

Reel 360 at Hollyshorts

Over 300 films to screen virtually at Hollyshorts

By Reel 360 Sep 16, 2020 0 Comment

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The official selections are rolling in for one of Reel 360's favorite film festivals to attend - the 16th annual Oscar®-Qualifying HOLLYSHORTS FILM FESTIVAL. Dubbed as their ...

REEL MOVES/LA

Bob Industries signs two young filmmakers

By Reel 360 Sep 16, 2020 0 Comment

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Alissa Torvinen-Kouame and Randy Wilkins join Bob Industries for US commercial representation, having already made names for themselves in music videos, television, and film. ...

REEL MOVES/LA

The Den Editorial is going back to Cali

By Reel 360 Sep 15, 2020 0 Comment

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The headline admittedly almost works. But the Reel 360 team had to try. Los Angeles-based The Den Editorial has announced they are adding talented editor Katie Cali to their ro...

TV

HBO Max celebrates Latinx voices

By Reel 360 Sep 15, 2020 0 Comment

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Starting today is Latina Heritage Month. And HBO Max is celebrating the month with a wide selection of programming that celebrates Latinx filmmakers and actors. Available t...

REEL DALLAS

Inspiration unites in new Dickies campaign from Sid Lee

By Reel 360 Sep 15, 2020 0 Comment

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As part of Dickies' commitment to championing the dignity of work, the global workwear brand has launched its first ever multimedia marketing campaign on a global scale. Di...

TV

HBO Max orders period comedy from Taika Waititi

By Reel 360 Sep 15, 2020 0 Comment

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HBO Max, has ordered the period comedy Our Flag Means Death to series. Oscar® winner and multi-Emmy® Award nominee Taika Waititi (What We Do In The Shadows, Jojo Rabbit) w...

REEL DALLAS

Lucky savors “collab” with Richards Group for NRA

By Reel 360 Sep 15, 2020 0 Comment

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Not that NRA. The National Restaurant Association. The Association's new spot, via the Richards Group and production studio and post house Lucky, perfectly captures what we cr...

REEL NEW YORK

Avengers become mentors in new campaign

By Reel 360 Sep 14, 2020 0 Comment

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The key to success is to smash from the heart. At least when you are fighting off supervillains. So says "Professor Hulk" in one of three short teaser films from leading-edge v...

REEL MOVES/RICHMOND

Chicago’s Matt Darnall moves to Hue&Cry

By Reel 360 Sep 14, 2020 0 Comment

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Chicago's loss is Richmond's gain. Today, Richmond-based Hue&Cry announces it is bolstering its management team with the appointment of Matt Darnall as Creative Director. ...

Diving into Highdive and their Emmy nomination September 19, 2020
Daring to break the traditional agency mold, Highdive is producing exciting work that pushes the envelope in new ways. Most recently, the Ad Age Small Agency of the Year partnered with Jeep to create a Super Bowl spot celebrating the 90’s classic Groundhog Day, starring Bill Murray. The commercial resonated with audiences as it was […]
Hyde Park Jazz Fest announces free online “JAZZ KITCHEN” September 18, 2020
Hyde Park Jazz Festival announces free online program “JAZZ KITCHEN: A Conversation Series Celebrating Food and Jazz” In Chicago, Our most cherished institutions, celebrations and rituals are marked by the presence of music and particular foods. From the rent party to the chitlin circuit, from Mardi Gras to the neighborhood wake, good food and jazz […]
Jack Daniel’s, Cult Creative issue call for Artists September 18, 2020
Chicago get ready for Art, Beats and Lyrics (AB+L), the national urban art and music tour presented by Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey and Cult Creative, kicks off its 16th year with a call for artists contest. AB+L started as a local art show in Atlanta and has grown to support visionary artists and musicians who values of […]
Craig Duncan takes on role of President of Cutters Studios September 17, 2020
Cutters Studios’ Managing Director and Partner Craig Duncan has been promoted to the position of President. As announced by CEO Tim McGuire, in addition to his responsibilities as President, Duncan will continue to fulfill his duties as Managing Director. Well known in the creative industry as a premier editor himself, Tim McGuire launched Cutters as […]
Picture North soars on epic African Adventure September 16, 2020
What is Ol Malo? Chicago-based Picture North has released the answer in the form of a jaw-droppingly beautiful new film for the Kenya-based safari and helicopter adventure company. You got it, the name is Ol Malo. Ol Malo is an immersive experience, connected to the local Samburu tribe who play a pivotal role in the […]
C-K wins 9 Trumpet Awards from PCC September 16, 2020
Leading independent marketing and communications agency Cramer-Krasselt (C-K) certainly has something to trumpet about these days. The agency just received nine awards from the Publicity Club of Chicago (PCC), following its annual Golden Trumpet award show. “C-K is thrilled to be recognized by the PCC for the breakthrough work we deliver for our clients,” said Karen […]
Radio host McNeil fired after ‘Degrading’ tweet September 16, 2020
Chicago-area radio host Dan McNeil was fired by the station’s owner, Entercom, after a “degrading and humiliating” tweet about ESPN reporter Maria Taylor. On Monday, Taylor was working as the sideline reporter for ESPN’s Monday Night Football game between the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers, when McNeil compared Taylor’s outfit to a porn star. […]
Chicago film community mourns loss of Andrew Biesen September 15, 2020
It is always difficult to hear of a fellow filmmaker passing, especially someone as wonderful and influential as Andrew Beisen. Those who knew him best say that Andrew was talented, kind, ambitious, and empathetic in every way possible. He was always optimistic, and a great problem solver, the type of person who would lend a […]
Abelson Taylor promotes Erica Rivera to VP September 14, 2020
In CHICAGO, Abelson Taylor, one of the world’s premier health and wellness advertising agencies, has promoted Erica Rivera from senior director to vice president of engagement strategy. She will oversee multichannel marketing strategy for all agency clients, supporting their success by helping create the most relevant and quantifiable experiences for their target audiences. She will […]
Davis returns to Sarofsky as VFX/Finishing Supervisor September 14, 2020
Continuing its growth and its investments into excellence, design-driven production company Sarofsky is proud to announce the return of Cory Davis to its full-time staff. According to company Principal and Executive Creative Director Erin Sarofsky and Executive Producer Steven Anderson, Cory’s new title is VFX and Finishing Supervisor. Most recently 2D Lead Artist at The […]