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Film Country: U.S.
September 17, 2026
Memories of a Window
During the Mahsa Amini protests in 2022, Shirin Alizadeh was killed while filming the Iranian regime’s violent crackdown from her car. Driven to action by her story, two filmmakers begin documenting what they see from their windows, asking whether this act can help bring forth the revolution they...
September 17, 2026
Best of CineYouth 2026
The award-winning shorts of CineYouth 2026 showcase the exciting and reflective visions of eight young filmmakers from around the world. Shoe-stealing comedy, heartfelt documentary, thoughtful animation, and playful explorations of self comprise this wide-ranging program. Fashion and Chicago’s...
September 17, 2026
Bootstrapping for the Boobied
Maxed out, burnt out, and sex-starved, Amber falls under the spell of a glamorous self-help guru. Repression evolves into possession as Amber molts into a new ego: a worksona. This film screens as part of the Best of CineYouth 2026 shorts program.
September 17, 2026
Our Pockets Are Full
This animated documentary travels through the memories of a childhood toy, a loved one's watch, and a bottle of hot sauce from a lifetime ago. This film screens as part of the Best of CineYouth 2026 shorts program.
September 17, 2026
La Esperanza
Through archival footage and candid conversations, a Mexican immigrant family considers the impact of 25 years of separation at the border and their enduring hope for reunion. This film screens as part of the Best of CineYouth 2026 shorts program.
