Searching for lost souls in 'The Tree of Life'

May. 27, 2011
Terrence Malick may be a reclusive director, rarely seen or heard from but his films sure make a splash. Rumors started circulating about The Tree of Life  three years ago when it was first shot.

New book explores the 'Legend of Chuck Renslow'

May. 26, 2011
A new biography focusing on the life and times of Chuck Renslow is now out. Leatherman: The Legend of Chuck Renslow is the work of co-authors Tracy Baim and Owen Keehnen.

Leatherman Chuck Renslow reflects on his life on Chicago's gay scene

May. 26, 2011
From May 27-30, leather lovers around the world will gather for International Mr. Leather. The annual event in Chicago includes a competition among leather men and the latest in leatherware.

Fear of Frying: Throwing the perfect dinner party

May. 26, 2011
Entertaining friends and family for a big shingig can often turn into a nightmare.

Cartoonist Paul Hornschemeier navigates early adulthood with 'Mr. Dangerous'

May. 25, 2011
In Life with Mr. Dangerous cartoonist Paul Hornschemeier explores what can be a tough terrain: early adulthood. The graphic novel focuses on a listless 20-something, Amy Breis.

Chicago's post-Oprah star power

May. 25, 2011
For 25 years, legions of celebrities have found their way onto, or on top of, Oprah’s couch.

Off-Loop Troupes Posting Sold-Out Signs

May. 24, 2011
Hard times? You wouldn't know it if you judge by several Chicago Off-Loop theaters, where the box office bells are ringing at a record-breaking pace.

Daniel Knox discusses his latest album 'Evryman For Himself'

May. 24, 2011
In a recent review, Dusted Magazine called Daniel Knox’s music "deeply weird and subversive, a kind of sentimental journey without the sentimentality."

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