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- The Blues Brothers (1980) From its depiction of the bustling, late ’70s Maxwell Street flea market to a climactic chase sequence that winds through Lower Wacker Drive to Daley Plaza, The Blues Brothers is a loving homage to John Belushi’s hometown.
- High Fidelity (2000) John Cusack transferred the action of Nick Hornby's novel, about a man-child record store owner whose rock-snob music knowledge is no help in saving his failing relationship, from London to Chicago.
- Cooley High (1975) Often described as a "black American Graffiti," Cooley High looked back with nostalgia on the early ’60s at the real-life Old Town high school that was largely fed by the Cabrini-Green housing project.
- Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) Ferris Bueller is up to no good in this ’80s John Hughes classic, in which the high school senior plays hooky and gets into all kinds of trouble with friends as they run around downtown Chicago, including stopping for a little tour of the Art Institute of Chicago, catching a Cubs game and riding center stage in a downtown parade.
- The Blues Brothers (1980) Directed by John Landis. Starring John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Cab Calloway. Action, Adventure, Comedy (2h 13m) 7.9 on IMDb — 72% on RT.
- The Fugitive (1993) Directed by Andrew Davis. Starring Harrison Ford, Tommy Lee Jones, Sela Ward. Action, Crime, Drama (2h 10m) 7.8 on IMDb — 96% on RT. In a thriller about a citywide manhunt, the city itself needs to be one that adds pressure on the lead and leaves a lasting impression.
- High Fidelity (2000) Directed by Stephen Frears. Starring John Cusack, Iben Hjejle, Todd Louiso. Comedy, Drama, Music (1h 53m) 7.4 on IMDb — 91% on RT. Speaking of fourth wall-breaking rebels, High Fidelity might seem like a pretentious opinion piece about music on the surface.
- Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) Directed by John Hughes. Starring Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, Mia Sara. Comedy (1h 43m) 7.8 on IMDb — 81% on RT. Without a doubt, Ferris Bueller's Day Off is chief among John Hughes's films set in Chicago.
Dec 31, 2013 · Even though a lot of gangster films have been based and/or filmed in Chicago (e.g. Road to Perdition, Public Enemies), there's something about The Untouchables that's like no other.
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- Scarface (1932) - 7.7. 1983's Scarface is one of the most iconic movies ever, but many people don't know that the Miami-based movie is actually a remake of a much older film from 1932.
- Glengarry Glen Ross (1992) - 7.7. Glengarry Glen Ross turned 30 this year, but the movie is still as relevant today as it has ever been, as it depicts the inherent stress and constant worry salespeople have about losing their jobs.
- Road To Perdition (2002) - 7.7. Road to Perdition is influenced by a 1930s Chicago gangland, but it isn't based on any true story or real-life mobster. Instead, it follows an original character and tells a wonderful story while depicting what it was like living in the period.
- Home Alone (1970) - 7.7. Home Alone is one of many John Hughes movies that take place in Chicago. The beloved filmmaker always made great use of his hometown, and he always made sure to make it look incredible.
Aug 30, 2024 · This selection of highly-rated Chicago movies showcases the alluring charm and fascinating stories that stem from this urban hub. The best Chicago movies expertly incorporate the city into their narratives, utilizing its vibrant culture, landmarks, and history to enrich their storytelling.
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Feb 1, 2024 · Take a tour of the infamous Untouchables staircase, a diner fit for a mobster and more Chicago gangster movie locations in the South Loop