Year-Round Programs

Showcasing and encouraging the work of creative youth from around the world, this annual program provides free training for the next generation of filmmakers.

This free film series that casts a spotlight on a different country’s national cinema each week all summer.

Bringing free screenings to under-resourced neighborhoods across Chicago all year long.

An ongoing series of free, interactive lectures by Northwestern University professor Nick Davis, exploring recent releases and films from around the world.

Now in its 62nd year, the Chicago International Film Festival is North America’s longest-running competitive film festival.

Highlighting the excellence and diversity of African American and African diaspora cinema

A year-long creative development program for emerging Illinois filmmakers, focusing on script development, directing, pre-production, and pitching.

Presented during the Chicago International Film Festival, Industry Days is a hub for filmmakers and industry professionals to connect, share ideas, and be inspired