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About

We offer in-person and virtual experiences that inspire Chicagoans, along with movie lovers everywhere, to rediscover their city, especially as it relates to film.

Chicago Movie Tours is a small business based just outside Chicago's city limits. 

 

​We were created in 2019 in order to share our knowledge of classic and contemporary film (and television) with residents of and visitors to Chicagoland.

​​​Finally, we are independently operated, woman-owned, and fully insured.​

Dawn Van Wagenen
average rating is 5 out of 5

February 1, 2025

What fun! It was a great way to learn more about John Hughes, his hidden movie nods to Chicago, along with the art he appreciated at the Art Institute.
Merin
average rating is 5 out of 5

January 27, 2025

This was more than just pointing out pictures and sculptures that were in Ferris Bueller. Kelli really dove deep into explaining why John Hughes selected this museum and art for the scenes. Kelli took pictures for us and encouraged discussion among all of us. This was definitely a highlight and brought this museum to a whole new level. If you haven’t seen the film in a long time she even had the scenes and showed them to us to refresh our memories. I would highly recommend this tour. Save time afterwards to explore the rest of the museum.
Leslie
average rating is 5 out of 5

January 4, 2025

Fun as well as incredibly educational. Absolutely fantastic tour. Kelli is one of the best tour guides I've ever had -- fun and easy-going but also incredibly knowledgeable. I learned so much about the Ferris Bueller film in particular but also about film-making in general, about the Art Institute and about Chicago. Highly recommend this tour.
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"Kelli is an expert on so many film genres, and she has an infectious energy, undying enthusiasm, and encyclopedic knowledge on the history of film. Take a tour with her as soon as you can!"

GABRIELLE, UK

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Meet Kelli

Read about Chicago Movie Tours' founder, guide, and public speaker.

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