The film 'Amour' tackles a subject few films address, and it can be unflinchingly realistic. But this is what love looks like when people get old--and you won't be able to take your eyes off the actors.
Why does Cameron Diaz have to ruin everything?
Oprah is auctioning off hundreds of her furnishings, art and other items to raise money for charity.
The new rules allow 13- to 17-year olds to share updates with anyone – not just friends or friends of friends.
Absolut has released a limited edition, Chicago-themed vodka.
Does Hollywood think we can't understand an accent? Film review by Cecilia Cygnar.
The 28 year old said he knew he needed to lose weight when he split his pants just before appearing in court.
Sean Giambrone's start at Maine South High School in Park Ridge is being delayed just a bit, though he's working on assignments with a tutor. He's scheduled to return to Maine South in January.
Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, fall festivals — the suburbs is packed with options come September and October. We've mapped out some of the best spots in the area for a family-friendly day on the farm.
In Q&A with Elle magazine, Oak Park's Tavi Gevinson talks about her role in "Enough Said," starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus and James Gandolfini.
Old-fashioned doctors treated female 'hysteria' with an eyebrow-raising method, but this film has enough sweet, innocent comedy to balance the raciness. Film review by Cecilia Cygnar of the Niles Library.
Arlene Erlbach is a semi-finalist in the Breakfast category in the Pillsbury Bake-Off; she was a finalist in 2012. We've got her recipe--and she needs your vote!
Cecily Strong, who graduated from Northwestern University and started on SNL last year, will be a Weekend Update host; meanwhile a New Trier grad will officially start on the show.
After weeks of rumors, it's official: Beck Bennett, who stars in popular AT&T commercials, is joining the cast of Saturday Night Live.
Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.
Use Patch and Moviefone to find the best flick for a night out with friends or family.
The first half is a study in greatness, and it's worth seeing just for that. Film Review by Cecilia Cygnar.
Beck Bennett — who also stars in the popular AT&T commercials — is rumored to be one of the newest additions to the Saturday Night Live cast.
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Four local musicians rock out with a creative, quick-fire video featuring iconic Morton Grove places you'll probably recognize. 4,000 views and counting in a week.
James Pankow is still with the band 'Chicago' after 46 years. Time for Park Ridge to name a street after the musician who grew up there? Elmwood Park designated 'Lee Loughnane Way.'
No pretty boys here, but Winstone has that magical riveting something as he plays a cop working at the edges of the law. A film review by Cecilia Cygnar, the Niles Library's film specialist.
The Price is Right will come to Des Plaines in search of contestants.
A book review of 'The Paris Wife' by Paula McClain. Hemingway courts Hadley in 1920s Chicago, then they marry and move to Paris in the Jazz Age.
One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.
Film critic Cecilia Cygnar takes a look at some of Hitchcock's earlier great films, including 'The Lady Vanishes' and 'Notorious' with Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman.
Why are we Americans so obsessed with British royalty? Who cares? Have fun with it by popping in these royalty-themed DVDs.
Everything you need to know about what's arguably the summer's most anticipated party.
Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’
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Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.
Film review by Cecilia Cygnar. These two murder mysteries are very different; one exudes magic Hepburn-Grant chemistry, while the other is cloaked in shadows and mystery.
A suburban homeowner earned $12,000 from KMart to use their home for six days for a holiday print advertisement, according to the Daily Herald.
Steve Grand's first music video for his song "All-American Boy" has made him an overnight sensation—garnering more than a million views on YouTube since it was posted July 2.
'The Damned United' tells a passionate sports story that Americans may not know about.
Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”
Though ultra-violent, Tarantino assembles the perfect cast in this updated Spaghetti Western.