The Museum of Science and Industry presents Black Creativity 2008: The Magic and Science of Cinema and Television.
The exhibit opened for private review on Tuesday and was packed with local arts supporters. It runs through March 31.
The exhibit includes info on current film notables, many with Chicago roots, including myself (which was quite a surprise to see, really). It's a kid friendly exhibit, allowing children to experiment with their on camera talents. Moreover, it includes memorabilia, classic movie posters, and the dining room set from Soul Food. The museum's admission is free through Jan. 31.
However, the coolest part about the exhibit is that it's not just a retrospective, but rather a reminder that film and television is a living, breathing entity with real people behind the scenes.
While I may be one of these people, for many its a radical shift to think about the creators instead of the creation. To know that the shows and films that fill our lives began with an idea someone found relevant. Somebody, somewhere had an idea they wrestled with for weeks, months even, and spent the better part of a season hammering away on a laptop. Or some talented technician working 18 hours a day for a month capturing crystal clear audio that reaches the ears of an audience unscathed. The collective audience doesn't think about these people. But these in the trenches workers are as much a part of the American fabric as Superman and The Lone Ranger.
So a toast to all those who work behind the scenes. Your work is appreciated.
The exhibit opened for private review on Tuesday and was packed with local arts supporters. It runs through March 31.
The exhibit includes info on current film notables, many with Chicago roots, including myself (which was quite a surprise to see, really). It's a kid friendly exhibit, allowing children to experiment with their on camera talents. Moreover, it includes memorabilia, classic movie posters, and the dining room set from Soul Food. The museum's admission is free through Jan. 31.
However, the coolest part about the exhibit is that it's not just a retrospective, but rather a reminder that film and television is a living, breathing entity with real people behind the scenes.
While I may be one of these people, for many its a radical shift to think about the creators instead of the creation. To know that the shows and films that fill our lives began with an idea someone found relevant. Somebody, somewhere had an idea they wrestled with for weeks, months even, and spent the better part of a season hammering away on a laptop. Or some talented technician working 18 hours a day for a month capturing crystal clear audio that reaches the ears of an audience unscathed. The collective audience doesn't think about these people. But these in the trenches workers are as much a part of the American fabric as Superman and The Lone Ranger.
So a toast to all those who work behind the scenes. Your work is appreciated.
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