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Join the libraries, schools, colleges, film clubs, senior centers, and other venues discovering Chicago through film!

Available Talks

All of Chicago Movie Tours' talks are adaptable for in-person, online, or hybrid programming. See pricing.

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Mardi Gras and Movies in the Midwest

Explore the history of Mardi Gras and its onscreen depictions, including some from Chicago film companies

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Singin' in the Rain and Chicago

Celebrate six Chicago actors and the Hollywood musical for which they are most remembered

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The Oscars and Chicago

Review Oscar's history as it relates to Hollywood and Chicago

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Planes, Trains and Automobiles, and the Trappings of Home

Visit (virtually) the 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles' house in suburban Chicago, hear behind-the-scenes stories, and explore the movie's complex theme of home

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St. Patrick's Day in The Fugitive

Learn why Chicago dyes its river green, how the movie The Fugitive took advantage of this event, and what impact the colorant may have on river wildlife

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Why Is Movie Sound So Powerful?

Analyze the relationship between sound and image

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Roller Coasters, Racism, and Chicago Home Movies

Reconsider Chicago amusement parks through the lens of home movies and a dunking booth game

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The Breakfast Club and Chicago

Through location and music, discover how 'The Breakfast Club' defines a generation of moviegoers.

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Women and Early Cinema in Chicago: Untold Stories Behind the Silent Screen

Explore hidden stories of women who shaped early Chicago cinema, with HD footage of key locations where they lived and worked

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About 

Chicago Movie Tours' talks—whether in-person, virtual, or hybrid—incorporate HD videos, photos, clips and screenshots, maps, newspapers, movie fan magazines, animated slideshows, and expert commentary to bring the subject matter to life.

 

Topics are selected to draw audiences to your community and then leave them wanting to learn more.

 

Finally, these programs, whether virtual or in-person, always encourage audience contribution and Q&As/discussions.

Pricing

All programs start at $300. For in-person programs, price is based on mileage and travel time.

 

Discounts are available if you book multiple Chicago movie talks or if you partner with another organization to share costs.

Pricing

Hear from Our Fans

Gwen Simmons
I have enjoyed all of the virtual programs that I have seen in the past year. I don't live close to Chicago, but I've enjoyed seeing the city and its suburbs through Kelli's tours.
Jayne Eileen Soulman
Kelli is SO knowledgeable, so interesting and her virtual tours are educational and loads of fun. I first became acquainted with ChicagoMovieTours when I lived in Chicago. Since moving to Upstate NY, I still attend as many of her virtual tours that I can. I hope Kelli and CMT continue for a long time to come!
Gwen
This program [Chicago, Movies, and Censorship] was extremely informative and interesting. I grew up at the end of the censorship era. Thanks for another wonderful program.
Karen
Film Noir is a topic of interest to me. Kelli does a great job explaining what it is, and I would like to see more.
Jane Kimball
Movie Dogs & Chicago's Oldest Cemetery was another outstanding presentation by Kelli. Well designed, interesting and fascinating. Kelli does an outstanding job of giving us interesting and fun productions.
Jennifer R
I have attended a number of Kelli's virtual programs. They are always educational, entertaining and represent Chicago well.
Peter Babiak
As always, the virtual tour was expertly researched, entertaining and informative! Highly recommend!
Patti
Loved your tour of Movie Dogs it was wonderful and lots of fun!! Enjoyed all the good info and the beautiful pet cemetery... Thank you!!
Dennis Barton
I love the way she does these programs. Working & living in another state, I'm not able to do in person tours. These are so interesting, I hope Kelli never stops doing them!

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