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Barbara Roche

writer/producer

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ReelChicago

Preston's Summary

Barbara Roche is a writer/producer at ReelChicago. She specializes in themes related to publishing and media, public relations and communications, and the arts, with a focus on film and cinema, theater, and music. Barbara's work often explores topics such as the film industry, women's interests, diversity and inclusion, and social issues, and she has been featured in various prominent outlets.

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Geo Focus

Chicago, United States (Local)

Coverage Attributes:

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Informative: 55 %
Opinion: 11 %
Events: 10 %
Interviews Q&as: 7 %
Promotional: 7 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Film Industry
  • Filmmaking
  • Entertainment News
  • Celebrities
  • Comedy
  • Music Business
  • Marketing Technology (MarTech)
  • Media Relations

Pitching Insights

Barbara's coverage indicates a focus on local entertainment, events, and industry news. She is likely to be interested in pitches that align with her emphasis on event coverage and press releases related to the entertainment industry within Illinois or Chicago.

Given Barbara's interest in awards, fast food, real estate, and bankruptcy topics, she may respond well to pitches involving exclusive interviews with local entertainers or industry insiders. Additionally, story ideas about the impact of these industries on the Chicago community could resonate with her audience.

When reaching out to Barbara Roche for potential coverage opportunities or expert commentary, keep in mind her local geographic focus within the United States (specifically Illinois and Chicago) as it relates to entertainment news and related industries.

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Articles

ReelChicago

Deli Boys S2 cranks up the chaos on Hulu

Deli Boys S2 cranks up the chaos on Hulu

By: Barbara Roche

By Reel Chicago Deli Boys was unhinged, the cast says Season 2 somehow gets even wilder. “I would say it's more of everything,” star Asif Ali told On The Red Carpe t. “It's funnier, it's crazier.”

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Ferris Bueller fans can celebrate 40th anniversary with walking tour

Ferris Bueller fans can celebrate 40th anniversary with walking tour

By: Barbara Roche

Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss one of Chicago's most iconic movie anniversaries. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller's Day Off On Location Tours is launching a special one-day walking tour through downtown Chicago on June 11, exactly 40 years after the beloved John Hughes classic premiered in theaters.

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