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Comedy Shorts: Anxious/Attachments

In a beautiful town on the Italian coast, tourists and locals alike find themselves in subtle competitions of masculinity, exposing their fragility in Oh Boys. Two kids connect at a vibrant Nigerian wedding and break free from the adults to go on an adventure of their own in Spray Me. In 32B, a single dad gets in over his head when he is tasked with getting his teenage daughter her first bra. A late-night grocery run turns into an unexpected connection and emotional release in Balloon Animals. Insecurities abound in Please, an animated depiction of people trying desperately to connect and find love. Cold Call follows an extremely dedicated office worker who begins to question her workplace’s mission of scamming strangers in order to return to their home planet. In We Were Here, a group of retired Indian uncles seeks revenge on the AI machines that threaten their livelihoods.


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Saturday, October 17, 2026
12:00pm

LOCATION
Gene Siskel Film Center
164 N State St
Chicago, IL 60601

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Cinema/Chicago is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment at all our programs and events. All event venues are fully wheelchair accessible, with no-step entrances or ramp access and elevators. All venues offer wheelchair-designated spaces, companion seating, easy-access theater seating, and accessible restrooms. For accommodation requests, please email us at access@chicagofilmfestival.com, call us at 312-683-0121, x202, or complete our Accommodation Request Form.