
06/06/2025
In the 1980s, the Windy City became a surprise star on the big screen 🎥. Thanks to iconic films like The Blues Brothers, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and The Untouchables — and a little help from Mayor Jane Byrne — Chicago transformed into a Hollywood favorite.
From gritty alleys to elevated trains, the city offered something L.A. and New York couldn’t: realness.
📽️ Discover how Chicago became a film legend in this month’s Spotlight!
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