My interviews for “Beasts of the Southern Wild” were held at the Hotel Palomar on June 11, 2012 along with two other journalists. The first interview was with director and co-writer Benh Zeitlin. It was… Read more
Joe is strikingly tall, 6’5’’ with a wonderful smile and a ruggedly handsome look. We met at the Waldorf Astoria in Chicago and chatted about his new film, his character on “True Blood,” his film … Read more
Interview with Sarah Knight Adamson, June 18, 2012.
When I walked into the suite of the Waldorf Astoria in Chicago, Channing Tatum greeted me with a hug. He said he’s a southern boy at heart … Read more
Mark Andrews, director of “Brave” would like people to ‘be brave’ and simply go see the movie, as he’s sure you’ll be surprised by what message you’ll take away from the film. The interview took … Read more
I wanted to let you both know that I interviewed Malcolm McDowell this past August (2011) and he told me he enjoys working on the show. What is it like working with a legend like … Read more
Lorene Scafaria Writer and Director of “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World” chatted with me on June 5, 2012.
Sarah Knight Adamson: First of all, I have to commend you on writing … Read more
Tyna Cline a reporter for Sarahs Backstage Pass sat reading in the lobby of Trump Towers in Chicago one afternoon in early April while waiting to sit down with People magazine’s 2000 Sexiest Author. Nicholas… Read more
“Annie,” the popular 1982 musical film, celebrates its 30th anniversary this year and Hollywood Palms Theater in Naperville celebrated in style. On March 25th they brought the star of “Annie,” Aileen Quinn, to the theater … Read more
Tippi Hedren, star of “The Birds,” was in Chicago with Ben Mankiewicz, host of “Turner Classic Movies,” on March 27, 2012, for a special screening of “The Birds.” We chatted at the Ritz Carlton on … Read more
I met Gary Cole in Chicago at Flashpoint Academy during a promotional tour for the film “The Last Rites of Joe May.” Gary is noticeably very tall in person, he’s charming, comical and easy to … Read more
Dennis Farnia was in Chicago promoting his film “The Last Rites of Joe May” we met in Chicago at Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy and chatted about his Chicago roots, his starring role as Joe… Read more
A Prolific Writer’s Memoir Leaves No Stone Unturned
Sir Winston Churchill said, “Kites rise highest against the wind, not with it.” After reading Roger Ebert’s incredible autobiography, “Life Itself: A Memoir,” this quote appears fitting. … Read more
Harold (John Cho) and Kumar (Kal Penn) Interview Promoting, “A Very Harold and Kumar 3D Christmas” The duo spoke about Portillos, their co-stars; Tom Lennon, Neal Patrick Harris and Danny Trejo
Harold and Kumar are … Read more
Gerard Butler Chats About His Role in “Machine Gun Preacher”
Most people know Gerard Butler from his work as the rough and tough guy in the film “300.” What’s interesting about Butler’s film career is … Read more
Last Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Chicago AMC River East Theater was the site of the Red Carpet event for the new film, “The Karate Kid.” The weather was a bit warm, but that didn’t bother … Read more
Malcolm McDowel, who starred in the 1971 film directed by Stanley Kubrick, will greet fans and sign autographs in Naperville, Illinois at Hollywood Palms Cinema and host a special screening of “A Clockwork Orange”, … Read more
“Spy Kids: All the Time in the World”, in 4D will open August 19, 2011. Cast members were in Chicago to promote the film including one of the original spy kids, Alexa Vega. Two new… Read more
Crowds of people came out to meet British actor Tom Felton, 23, who has played the character Draco Malfoy in all eight of the Harry Potter films since their debut in 2001. He appeared at … Read more
The Red Carpet was rolled out for the movie, “Zombieland.” starring Jesse Eisenberg and Woody Harrelson in Chicago along with hundreds of zombies. The event was held at the AMC theater on Illinois Ave, in … Read more
When I reminiscence upon my past career as a gifted reading teacher of nine and ten year olds, in Naperville’s Project IDEA program, I often wonder where those students are or what they are doing… Read more
“Bridesmaids” costar Melissa McCarthy is laugh-out-loud hysterical and grew up on a farm in Plainfield. Her new show “Mike and Molly” has been doing very well and was picked up for another season. Here’s part … Read more
Jordana Beatty, an Australian actress is starring in “Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer” movie, and was in person to meet fans and sign autographs at the Hollywood Palms Theater in Naperville this past … Read more
Danielle Campbell was in Chicago during a press tour for the movie “Prom” which opens April 29. She and I met and chatted about her role, the movie, family and her hometown of Hinsdale.
Sarah … Read more
It’s hard to believe that film legend Burt Reynolds has appeared in over 100 films and that he still teaches acting in his hometown of Juniper, Florida. Born in 1936, (remarkably we share the same … Read more