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Category: Festival News
October 20, 2014
One Day Only! Encore Presentation of the Top Festival Winners at the Best of the Fest
Festival News
CHICAGO, IL (October 20, 2014) – You have one more chance to see the winners of the 50th Chicago International Film Festival’s competitions as well as some Festival favorites and special screenings during Best of the Fest. The screenings will be held Wednesday October 22 at the AMC River East 21 ...
October 20, 2014
See—and Hear—the World’s Most Iconic Buildings Like Never Before
Festival News
CHICAGO, IL (October 20, 2014) – The 50th Chicago International Film Festival will present a unique three-dimensional experience for movie- and architecture-lovers alike on Wednesday, October 22, 6pm, at AMC River East 21 (322 E. Illinois St.). For Chicago, the center of architectural innovation,...
October 18, 2014
Highest Standards of Filmmaking Celebrated at the 50th Chicago International Film Festival’s Awards Night
Festival News
CHICAGO, IL (October 17, 2014) – Michael Kutza, Founder and Artistic Director, Mimi Plauché, Programming Director, and Programmers Penny Bartlett, Alex Kopecky and Evan Morehouse proudly announce the winners of the 50th Chicago International Film Festival Competitions. Hosted by Chicago Sun-Ti...
October 10, 2014
The Chicago International Film Festival Celebrates its Golden Anniversary in Style
Festival News
CHICAGO, IL (October 10, 2014) – Opening Night of the 50th Chicago International Film Festival was more than a golden celebration for an institution that has left an indelible mark on the city of Chicago. It was also a gathering of friends, as veteran actress Liv Ullmann, actor Colin Farrell, Fes...
October 7, 2014
The 50th Chicago International Film Festival Announces Jury For New Directors Competition
Festival News
CHICAGO, IL (October 7, 2014) – The 50th Chicago International Film Festival announced today the jury for its New Directors Competition. The jury consists of Swedish producer Anna Croneman; Moroccan director and producer Izza Génini; Director of the Berlin International Film Festival’s Panorama W...
