New documentary turns spotlight on Chicago area singer-songwriter Ike Reilly

The documentary is candid look at the artist and family man – including tough topics like alcohol use.

CHICAGO -- Ike Reilly, a singer-songwriter from Libertyville, has a passionate fan base, but widespread commercial success has eluded him, and that's why he's the subject of a new documentary that's already won many awards. 'Don't Turn Your Back on Friday Night' tells the story of Reilly's career and personal life.

'It kind of takes a deep dive into an artist who has not – for whatever reason – hit his stride.' Another filmmaker, Mike Schmiedeler, decided to make the movie after listening to Reilly for years. 'I wrote the pitch – fully fleshed out – went to him, and he was like, 'I'm not that interesting. What's this film going to be about?'' Schmiedeler said. 'I'm like, 'You're the most interesting person I know.

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