Fun place to watch movies for cheap (7 USD per ticket). There are even free screenings sometimes…read more Dinky theatre, no concessions, and no intermissions. Sometimes, the screenings are followed by panel discussions with faculty or even filmmakers. The most memorable screening I attended was of "The Janes" (2022): based on the real-life story of bad-ass women from the late 60s and early 70s who provided abortion services to Chicago women before the legalization of abortion (Roe v Wade) in 1973. There was a panel discussion following the screening with the actual Janes (now in their 80s) who spoke about their experiences as part of the Jane Project. It was an incredible experience. Since then, I've been going to Doc quite consistently. They often have fun themes, such as a martial arts series, and also screen mainstream films like Barbie and most recently, One Battle After Another. There are quarters where I don't enjoy their selections, but when I do go, I always enjoy the movie-going experience. The theatre is medium-sized and quite shabby. It is usually very clean and the sound and picture quality are great. The website is quite poorly designed, so I would recommend buying tickets in person. I recommend a visit to Doc if you are in Hyde Park and find their selections interesting: the calendar is on the Doc Films website.

The range of documentaries offered was not just impressively broad but also quite engaging. I was…read moreable to discover realms I might not have otherwise at https://www.apkloklok.com/loklok-mod-apk/ thanks to the distinct perspectives each movie offered. The carefully chosen lineup was a testament to the commitment and love that went into organizing the event. Furthermore, you produced a warm and interesting atmosphere. The conversations and exchanges I had with other guests gave the event a deeper level of complexity. It's clear that Doc Films provides a forum for deep dialogue and relationships in addition to fostering a feeling of community.

Nice venue. Good staff and service. Reasonable drink prices. Fun place to see a concert. I have…read morebeen here twice and both times were a good experience. Will return, would recommend.

This is one of my favorite venues for EDM! I like that the floor is tiered so everyone can see even…read morefrom all the way in the back. The line looks long but I managed to arrive about 25min before the headliner came on and made it to a good spot ~5min before he came out. If you don't have a bag you get to skip the line, so I'm glad I didn't bring one. I do like that they always have a staff member outside with the line to help keep things going and organized. I saw GRiZ for a North Coast Afters here and he was phenomenal! The lasers and production for a small space were very impressive. The only tough thing is egress -- everyone has to go through the same small theater doors and they close off half the doors in front. It'd be nice if they use all doors, or even let us use the emergency exits. It gets kind of dangerous with people pushing to exit. As someone who works in live events as a career, the egress always confuses me! All in all, I enjoy shows

I'm sure the majority of us don't remember a time before "talkies". The silent film era of the…read morelate 1800's and early 1900's was full of a different kind of visual quality and audience participation. Showings of silent films almost always featured live music by either a pianist or an organist. Such is the case with the Silent Film Society of Chicago. Thanks to this organization I have been able to relive the birth of motion pictures. They started out at the Gateway Theater and showed films at places such as the Pickwick Theater in Park Ridge and The Arcada Theater in St. Charles. The recently refurbished the Portage Theater and stated showing films once again. Did you love Phantom of the Opera? Well you haven lived until you've seen the original with Lon Chaney. Most of us have seen films with Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin. Now introduce yourself to others actors such as Roscoe Arbuckle (aka Fatty Arbuckle), Louise Brooks, and hotties like Rudolph Valentino and Gloria Swanson. Like any movie theater they have concessions in the lobby but also sell other items from "The Age of the Silver Screen". They have post cards, movie posters, photos, and more. This past summer they had a silent summer film festival for six consecutive Fridays. Hopefully they'll do is again this summer. Oh and not let's forget the monster film festival. That's about the time Phantom of the Opera comes out. So get off the computer and see an oldie but not necessarily moldy. The society has a mailing list which offer advance ticket sales and notify you of up coming events. You can also call or contact them on their website. Trust me; this is a fun thing to do especially with the one you love.

This is a group with a great mission. And I love silent films and have attended many of the…read morefestivals. But from my experience the organization is poorly managed. Some examples: 1) Some silent films have been rescored with gorgeous music by the composer Carl Davis. Other films - such as Metropolis - have wonderful original scores. Typically the society has live accompaniment from a shrill sounding organ or worse - someone playing the saw. Really ruins the experience. 2) The website typically doesn't typically work. 3) Last year I paid for a membership and received - nothing. No emails, no newsletters, nothing. Its a hard enough road to get people to appreciate silent film without these types of roadblocks. Can't compare to San Francisco's silent film festival.

Super SUPER cool theater and great prices (if you go on Tuesday). Love that the box office is on…read moreone of the upper levels, and you have to keep going up the ramp to get to the theaters! Never seen a movie in a place like that before and it's pretty unique. Saw a movie there last Tuesday with family. We signed up for the membership and go tickets for about $7 each which is pretty good. There's a lot more space that I was expecting in each theater, and our movie was packed. Definitely going to consider getting tickets online next time so we can get better seats. I recommend this spot if you live in the area and want to see a movie!!

This theater is fine. I'm a bit biased towards the one closer to my place that has newer seats and…read morean imax screen but this one has a nice retro charm. It's hidden away inside a semi kind of shopping mall? The escalators were broken so it took a maze of elevator and going to the wrong place to find it. Popcorn was yummy and salty, seats were not great, but the employees were friendly.

The Comfort Station has an exhibition program gives Chicago artists an opportunity to showcase…read moretheir works of art. Gallery hours are on Saturday from 12 pm to 2 pm. There is a list of the 2020 Artists listed online. The day that I visited the exhibition closed early and I missed the big event but I enjoyed walking the property and admired the historic building. In addition to exhibitions the Comfort Station also offers Comfort Music, Comfort Society, Comfort Film and more. Their mission is "Comfort Station activates a historic building with public, community driven programs that foster vibrant connections at the intersection of art and life."

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I come here to attend screenings through the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) invitation…read more The Private Screening Room is comfortable with a cup holder. Good air circulation. Excellent pleasant audio that is not too loud like in some movie theaters. The entrance to the suite is a bit disheveled and confusing.

Ever wish what it would be like to be a film critic? To sit back in your own private theater, to…read morewatch on your own large movie screen, having your own large box of popcorn with extra butter. No one shouting out the ending. No one shouting, "Don't go in there!" or ""Run! Run! That guy is going to kill you!" Wouldn't it be lovely? Wouldn't it be nice? Such dreams... can become a reality. My friend John had his birthday party yesterday. He is a huge movie buff. Huge. Massive. Ginormous. For the start of his party, he did a double feature here to watch two of his favorite movies, Mission Impossible 3 and Goonies. (Not being the movie fan as he is, this would be my first viewing of either one of these movies). He rented out the space, he generously provided an assortment of snacks and drinks and provided his own copies of the movies on Blu Ray. It was a great time. The space itself is a 49 seat theater where many of the city's film critics screen movies, apparently its quite booked before the Oscars and other award celebrations. However Steve, (he's the one who runs it), allows it to be rented out for you and your closest 49 friends when its available. You bring your drinks, you bring your snacks, you have a good time. (and um.. as far as I know no nookie is allowed during the show and you help out by picking up after yourselves, but that's just proper etiquette. No one wants to see you get it on.... you're watching a movie, not making one). It really was a great time and pretty unique. It was fun to have a place to yourself and your friends and have a great time and Steve was really friendly. Anyone up for a movie or three?

The Humboldt Park 5k is a well run small race in the city…read more I am a huge fan of locally organized races. I have said this before and I will say it again. I like the neighborhood touches that are added, the family aspect, and the limited but often times fast runners. The race runs and winds through the park on the west, central, and east sides. You finish essentially where you start and do a couple down and backs down the three major north and south roads that make up the park. They offer bag check and there are a few tents set up with exhibitors from the neighborhood. Nothing too fancy, but just perfect for a nice race in your community.

Thank Goodness this is the 1st Humboldt Park 5K. The race course was fun & easy to follow, no…read moreissues there. The issue I had was with the 'Swag Bag' For $35 usd, you get a white cotton t-shirt with the Puerto Rican flag on it and 'Humboldt Park 5K' written on it, and THAT'S IT!! Not even the year (2015) was on the shirt, nor sponsers. The shirt came in a clear disposable plastic bag, nothing more. I've done Ram Races before & you usually get coupons for local restaurants, samples of protein bars/energy drinks and a GOOD QUALITY shirt/hoodie/sweat pants!!! Ram Racing, please upgrade the shirt at the least! I can buy a cotton Puerto Rican shirt at one of the stores on division for less than $10 usd!!

Don't waste your time! Mediocre food at best, simply a grab…read morefor your wallet by a bunch of Dollar Store wannabes. And they have the nerve to charge $10 to walk down two blocks of Belmont St. for what?

This was a good fun festival for 2022. Admission is by an suggested donation amount. Plenty of…read moreburger stands, live music, and drinks. The earlier you get there, the less crowded it is. The lines started to get extremely long by 5-6ish. A few stands took cash or venmo as a form of payment. I tried three different burgers and was amazed by none of them.