News Archive
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 …
October 6, 2023
Director Spotlight: Clare Cooney on Departing Seniors
Behind the ScenesFestival News
Clare Cooney is an actor and filmmaker who rose through the ranks of the Chicago arts community. She’s appeared in NBC’s Chicago Med, Steve McQueen’s Chicago thriller Widows, and the …
October 3, 2023
Actor Spotlight: David Dastmalchian on Late Night with the Devil
Behind the ScenesFestival News
Actor David Dastmalchian may be known for his roles in big-budget films – from The Dark Knight and The Suicide Squad to this summer’s Oppenheimer. But he’s the star of …
September 29, 2023
Director Spotlight: Haroula Rose on All Happy Families
Behind the ScenesFestival News
Haroula Rose is a Chicago native musician, writer, producer, and filmmaker. We were thrilled to screen her debut feature Once Upon a River at our 55th Festival in 2019, and …
September 14, 2023
Chicago International Film Festival Unveils 59th Edition’s International Competition Lineup
Festival News
The 59th installment of the Chicago International Film Festival has revealed its International Competition selections for the upcoming event, taking place from October 11 to 22, 2023. This year’s competitive …
September 14, 2023
59th Chicago International Film Festival Sneak Peek: Opening Night, Centerpiece, Closing Night & More
Festival News
The 59th Chicago International Film Festival announced select highlights of this year’s festival, running October 11 – 22, 2023. Films will be presented at venues throughout the city including the …
August 24, 2023
Festival Founder’s captivating memoir now available on audio
Festival News
Want to hear behind-the-scenes stories from 50+ years of the Chicago International Film Festival in anticipation of this fall’s 59th edition? Check out Starstruck: How I Magically Transformed Chicago into …
May 25, 2023
Chicago International Film Festival to Receive $30,000 Grant from the NEA
Chicago Industry Exchange
The Chicago International Film Festival has been approved for a $30,000 Grants for Arts Projects award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to support the Chicago Industry Exchange …
April 5, 2023
CineYouth Festival Full Program Announcement
CineYouth
Presented by Cinema/Chicago and the Chicago International Film Festival, the 2023 CineYouth Festival today announced the full program to be screened April 21-23 in person at FACETS, 1517 W. Fullerton, …
March 1, 2023
Celebrate Women in Cinema for Women’s History Month
Festival News
Each year at the Chicago International Film Festival we celebrate leading women filmmakers and exciting new voices in our Women in Cinema program. In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re …
February 1, 2023
TAKE 2: Festival Films to See in Theaters
Festival News
Welcome to TAKE 2, our monthly feature where we highlight recent Chicago International Film Festival selections that are now playing in theaters or on streaming platforms in case you missed …
February 1, 2023
Celebrate Black History Month with Black Perspectives Films
Festival News
In celebration of Black History Month, the Chicago International Film Festival is proud to spotlight a selection of films now available from our Black Perspectives program which highlights the richness …
January 5, 2023
TAKE 2: What to See in Theaters and Stream in January 2023
Festival News
Welcome to TAKE 2, our monthly feature where we highlight recent Chicago International Film Festival selections that are now playing in theaters or on streaming platforms in case you missed …
November 30, 2022
TAKE 2: What to See in Theaters and Stream in December 2022
Festival News
Still from ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’. Welcome to TAKE 2, our monthly feature where we highlight recent Chicago International Film Festival selections that are now playing in theaters …
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