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Host David Fair sits down with Michigan Theater Executive Director Russ Collins for a most entertaining conversation on movies, culture and live events to be experienced in the local area.

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Cinema Chat: 'The Scout' and 'Wildwood' open, Monster Matinee series continues

2026/10/22

October is just flying by, isn't it? So, why not catch a scary movie...or whatever movie you prefer? WEMU's Mat Hopson meets up with Tara Calligan to talk about the new films and special screenings arriving on the silver screen!

Cinema Chat: 'Sense and Sensibility' opens, Monster Matinee Film Series begins

2026/10/15

The scary movie season continues, so cover your eyes ... but not your ears. Mat Hopson and Tara Calligan meet up again to talk about the start of the Monster Matinee Film Series, along with all of the other new films and special screenings coming to Ann Arbor!

Cinema Chat: Found Footage Horror Festival, 'Social Reckoning' open in Ann Arbor

2026/10/08

"I'm so scared!" Those three little words started a horror movie revolution. WEMU's Mat Hopson and Tara Calligan talked about this weekend's "Found Footage Horror" film series at the Michigan Theater. Plus, they discuss the new films and additional special screenings coming to a theatre near you!

Cinema Chat: A preview of October attractions at the Michigan and State Theaters, plus 'Ha Chan, Shake Your Booty!' and 'Primetime' open this weekend

2026/09/24

As the month of September wraps up, the film world still delivers something new! WEMU's Mat Hopson meets up again with Tara Calligan to chat about the new films coming to downtown Ann Arbor! Plus, they gave a preview of the exciting (and spooky) film offerings coming to the Michigan Theater and State Theatre this October!

Cinema Chat: 'If I Go Will They Miss Me' opens at the Michigan, 'Resident Evil' opens at the State

2026/09/17

The Michigan Theater and State Theatre are always buzzing, so what's the buzz this week? WEMU's Mat Hopson gets together with Tara Calligan to chat about the new films coming to your favorite downtown movie house, along with the next round of special screenings!

Cinema Chat: 'Practical Magic 2' opens at the State, plus The Michigan Theater presents its new 'Anti-Fascist Film Series'

2026/09/10

We're getting deeper into September, so before more leaves start falling, fall out to your favorite movie theater! WEMU's Mat Hopson meets up again with Tara Calligan to talk about the new films landing on the big screen this week and the next batch of special screenings!

Cinema Chat: 'American Doctor,' 'Union County,' and a Tommy Wiseau/Greg Sestero double feature coming to the Michigan Theater

2026/09/03

We're approaching an extra-long weekend, so there's more time to squeeze in a trip to the movies! WEMU's Mat Hopson meets up again with Tara Calligan to chat about the new films and special screenings coming your way for the Labor Day holiday weekend!

Cinema Chat: The 2026 Sundance Film Festival Short Film Tour stops at the Michigan Theater, plus 'The Dog Stars' and 'It Ends' open at the State

2026/08/27

School's almost back in session, so before you hit the books, why not catch a movie first? WEMU's Mat Hopson was joined once again by Tara Calligan to chat about the next round of film openings and special screenings coming to your favorite movie houses!

Cinema Chat: A special announcement from the Cinema Chat team, plus 'Tony' and 'The Fast and the Furious: 25th Anniversary' open in downtown Ann Arbor

2026/08/20

It's Thursday, which means it's time to chat about all things movies! But, there's going to be a few changes with the program going. WEMU's Mat Hopson talked about the latest cinema news and special screenings with his new co-host, Marquee Arts Director of Marketing, Tara Calligan.

Cinema Chat: 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and 'The Odyssey' shatter box office records; 'A Sad and Beautiful World' and 'Sheep in the Box' open in downtown Ann Arbor

2026/08/06

Now that the August Primary elections are over, why not catch a flick? WEMU’s Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts’ own Nick Alderink reunite to talk about the latest movie news, the new films opening in downtown Ann Arbor, and the next round of special screenings!

Cinema Chat: 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' opens at the State and the multiplex, The Michigan Theater celebrates Art House Theater Day with 'Sorry to Bother You'

2026/07/30

July is wrapping up, so let's swing on over to your favorite movie house! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink meet up once again to chat the new films opening this weekend and to give a taste of Ann Arbor's next batch of special screenings!

Cinema Chat: The Michigan Theater presents the New York International Children's Film Festival, 'Motor City' and 'Her Private Hell' open at the State

2026/07/23

Got no weekend plans? Well, a movie just might be the ticket! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts’ own Nick Alderink meet up again at the WEMU studio to talk about the new and returning films coming your favorite local movie houses!

Cinema Chat: 'The Odyssey' opens at the Michigan Theater and nationwide, 'Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass' opens at the State

2026/07/16

This week's "Cinema Chat" is of mythological proportions, so let's take an "odyssey"! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Nick Alderink from Marquee Arts meet up once again to chat about the new films opening across the country and the special screenings arriving in downtown Ann Arbor in the coming days!

Cinema Chat: The Michigan Theater is getting a new marquee, plus 'The Invite' and 'Evil Dead Burn' open at the State Theatre

2026/07/09

The cinema world rolls on for the month of July with a combination of comedy and horror! WEMU's Mat Hopson and Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink meet up at the WEMU studio to talk about the new arrivals to the silver screen, along with more special screenings than we can count coming to downtown Ann Arbor! Plus, you'll find out about the Michigan Theater getting a brand new marquee!

Cinema Chat: 'Minions & Monsters' opens at the multiplex, plus 'Backrooms' returns to the Michigan with extra footage!

2026/07/02

It's a new era for Cinema Chat! David Fair is now enjoying a well-earned retirement, but he still wanted the movie news to continue here at WEMU. Mat Hopson is now the acting host. This week, he's joined by Marquee Arts' own Nick Alderink to chat about the new films and special screenings for your 4th of July weekend and beyond!