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Facets to Honor Academy Museum President Jacqueline Stewart at the 2024 Screen Gems Benefit | Chaz’s Journal

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FACETS Executive Director,  Karen Carderelli said she is inspired by Jacqueline Stewart’s work in celebrating film, teaching its important history, and shining a light on the work of people of color. “The FACETS Board of Directors are honored to acknowledge her with its Brilliance Award.” FACETS has been a centerpiece of the Chicago and national film scene for 48 years. … Read more

John Waters: Pope of Trash Opens at Academy Museum | Features

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“Serial Mom” and a “Cecil B. Demented” are both given special sections. For people who love clothes, there’s a fuchsia pink lit costume gallery. As the exhibit ends, you’ll also see the segment from the 1997 “The Simpsons” episode “Homer’s Phobia,” as well as art from fans. Like the previous exhibit, “Regeneration: Black Cinema (1898-1971)” … Read more