Jacob talks with award-winning director, producer, and co-founder of Shatterglass Studios, Luke Boyce about the new Central Illinois Film & TV Production Training Course
We went to Ebertfest 2022 and here’s what happened
The Smile Politely writers and editors share their 2022 Ebertfest experiences.
Ebertfest 2022 preview: A comprehensive guide
Paul shares his guide to Ebertfest 2022.
Writer and filmmaker Madeline Blair previews upcoming short film
"The most profound skill that I’ll be taking with me is being able to direct something that I’ve written," says writer, and now, filmmaker, Madeline Blair.
The Arthouse Experience: From the Art Theater to the Virginia
Paul talks with Sanford Hess, the curator of The Virginia Theatre's Arthouse Experience series, about the advantages of in theatre viewing, what's ahead for this season, and what makes a film an arthouse film.
Getting a Clue with Champaign filmmaker Genna Roth
"If there's anything I'm able to leave behind for underclassmen, I'm hoping that they’re able to come out of this shooting process having learned something new. I know I've learned a lot so far, and we haven't even really gotten started." Genna Roth on her experience creating Central High's COVID-friendly film version of Clue.
Netflix's Rising Phoenix shows there are only winners at the Paralympics
Will reviews the new Netflix documentary, Rising Phoenix, which features, and was executive produced by, Champaign-Urbana Paralympian and University of Illinois alum Tatyana McFadden.
Meet Pens to Lens filmmaker Max Pociask
William talks with Urbana filmmaker Max Pociask on Pens to Lens 2020 and the importance of people.
Student screenwriters and area filmmakers gather for 7th Pens to Lens gala
K-12 screenwriters and local filmmakers teamed up to produce short films for the 7th annual Pens to Lens gala & screening.
Pens to Lens 2019 Gala comes to the Virginia this Saturday
Debra chats with Rebecca Nicol, Pens to Lens co-organizer, in preview of Saturday's gala at the Viriginia Theatre
We Ebertfested and here’s what happened
The Smile Politely editors share their 2019 Ebertfest experiences.
Ebertfest turns 21: A preview of the 2019 lineup
Debra previews Ebertfest, which kicks off its 21st year this Wednesday.
The Arts Section strives to celebrate our community's rich and vibrant artistic scene, from theatre to local authors, film, performance art, and everything in between.
