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    Eric Hardman

    A Chicago native, Eric has been a practicing film journalist since 2016 on various platforms, including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and cinemasters.net. Most recently, he joined the Chicago Indie Critics. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Film and Media Production from Arizona State University, and when he isn’t watching movies, he’s usually writing and occasionally directing one as well.

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