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Author: Cinema Chicago
August 31, 2021
Artistic Director Mimi Plauché honored by French Ministry of Culture
News & Announcements
The French Minister of Culture, Roselyne Bachelot-Narquin, announced that Chicago International Film Festival Artistic Director Mimi Plauché has been awarded the title and rank of Chevalier de l’ordre des arts et des lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Lettres). Given since 1957 by the Frenc...
October 28, 2020
Winners Announced for Audience Choice Awards, Presented by Xfinity!
Festival News
The ballots have been tallied. Festival-goers across the US cast their votes, and we are thrilled to announce the winners of the 56th Chicago International Film Festival Audience Choice Awards presented by Xfinity! The Audience Choice Award for Feature Film goes to the th...
March 13, 2020
The Truth Screening Cancelled
Festival News
Dear Chicago International Film Festival Community, The health and safety of our patrons and staff is our highest priority. Following the lead of Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, who have strongly recommended the cancellation or postponement of gatherings of 25...
September 17, 2018
Full Festival Lineup Revealed
Festival News
The full film lineup for the 54th Chicago International Film Festival has been revealed. Visit our Main Festival Page to explore this year's films and events. Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday! Explore the Festival
August 31, 2018
Highlight Video From Our Summer Gala
Year-Round News
On Saturday, July 14, 2018, Cinema/Chicago held its Summer Gala honoring founder Michael Kutza. Here is our wrap up video highlighting the speeches and attendees from that wonderful night. https://vimeo.com/287131172
