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October 15, 2024
Director Spotlight: William Goldenberg on Unstoppable
Behind the ScenesFestival News
William Goldenberg is known as the editor behind some of the biggest hit films of the last 25 years, from The Insider and Zero Dark Thirty to National Treasure and …
October 10, 2024
Hidden Gems at the 60th #ChiFilmFest
Behind the ScenesFestival News
We’re thrilled to screen more than 120 feature films at the 60th Chicago International Film Festival, from great new international features to special retrospective screenings, to celebrate our 60th Festival. …
October 9, 2024
Director Spotlight: Jason Park on Transplant
Behind the ScenesFestival News
Jason Park is a Chicago-raised filmmaker whose award-winning short film BJ’s Mobile Gift Shop chronicles a young hustler in the streets of Chicago. We’re thrilled to present the World Premiere …
September 20, 2024
International competitions announced for 60th #ChiFilmFest
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The 60th Chicago International Film Festival announced its International Competitions for this year’s edition, running October 16 – 27, 2024. This year’s competitive titles include three world premieres, 13 feature …
August 9, 2024
Mike Myers to Receive Career Achievement Award at 60th #ChiFilmFest
Festival News
Comedy legend and The Second City alumnus Mike Myers is set to receive a Career Achievement Award at the 60th Chicago International Film Festival, running October 16 – 27, 2024. …
August 1, 2024
A Look Back: Retro screenings this summer & fall to celebrate our 60th anniversary
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We’re thrilled to announce multiple series of retrospective screenings honoring the 60 year legacy of the Chicago International Film Festival in the lead up to our 60th Festival this October. …
January 30, 2024
Chicago International Film Festival Secures $35,000 Grant from the NEA
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The Chicago International Film Festival is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $35,000. …
January 23, 2024
14 Chicago Intl Film Festival selections nominated for Oscars!
Festival NewsNews & Announcements
Our team works year-round selecting extraordinary films to screen at our signature fall Chicago International Film Festival, offering moviegoers in Chicago and across the Midwest the chance to see amazing …
December 21, 2023
Top Ten (+One!) Memorable Moments of 2023
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Celebrating our Year in Film 2023 will be remembered as a landmark year for film, with barrier-breaking box office hits and legendary auteurs returning to the big screen with masterworks. …
November 2, 2023
The Pitch Winner Announced at the 59th Chicago International Film Festival
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Industry judges chose The Punk Show in Chicago as the winner of The Pitch at the Chicago International Film Festival’s 9th annual Industry Days! This fantastic comedy, written and directed …
October 23, 2023
50/50 Raffle Winner
Festival News
We have our first official 50/50 Raffle Winner for the 59th Chicago International Film Festival! The winning ticket number is 99000025192 If this is your number, you have won $940.73! To …
October 17, 2023
Film Spotlight: Billy Dec & Michele Josue on Food Roots
Festival News
Chicagoans may know Billy Dec from his restaurant Sunda or his appearances on the Today Show, Criminal Minds, and Empire. But many may not know that Dec has Filipino heritage …
October 13, 2023
Director Spotlight: Eric Seals on Bike Vessel
Behind the ScenesFestival News
Eric D. Seals is a Chicago-based director and cinematographer who’s worked on projects from live sports and Netflix documentary series to ads. His directorial debut, Bike Vessel, follows a bike …
October 10, 2023
Hidden Gems from the #ChiFilmFest Programming Team
Behind the ScenesFestival News
We’re thrilled to screen more than 100 feature films at the 59th Chicago International Film Festival, including new works from acclaimed directors including Todd Haynes, Emerald Fennell, Radu Jude, Alice …
October 9, 2023
Director Spotlight: Minhal Baig on We Grown Now
Behind the ScenesFestival News
Minhal Baig is a Chicago native whose first film, Hala, screened at the 55th Chicago International Film Festival in 2019. We’re thrilled to present the U.S. Premiere of her next …
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