Nelson Algren Documentary Paints Full Picture Of Chicago Literary Legend
By Jason MarckNelson Algren Documentary Paints Full Picture Of Chicago Literary Legend
By Jason Marck
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First screened in 2014 to rave reviews, local filmmaker Michael Caplan’s thorough and visually stunning documentary on the life and work of Chicago writer Nelson Algren is finally getting the wider audience it deserves. The documentary premieres Friday on WTTW.
GUEST: Michael Caplan, filmmaker and associate professor at Columbia College