CORRESPONDENCE CARTOGRAPHIES: Short Films by Jean-Jacques Martinod & Matt Wolkow | IN-PERSON (6/7)
Jun
7
7:00 PM19:00

CORRESPONDENCE CARTOGRAPHIES: Short Films by Jean-Jacques Martinod & Matt Wolkow | IN-PERSON (6/7)

CORRESPONDENCE CARTOGRAPHIES: Short Films by Jean-Jacques Martinod & Matt Wolkow | IN-PERSON (6/7)

Chicago Filmmakers (map) | Friday, June 7 at 7PM

Acclaimed underground filmmakers and multi-disciplinary artists Jean-Jacques Martinod and Matt Wolkow visit Chicago Filmmakers to screen a program of internationally exhibited experimental short films. Works in this program were previously screened at some of the most prestigious film festivals in the world including IFFR: The Rotterdam International Film Festival, Cámara Lúcida, and La Lumiere MTL, and Mar del Plata.

https://chicagofilmmakers.org/upcoming-screenings-and-events/cartographies

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POETIC MOVEMENTS: Selected Films from Adele Friedman & Jean Sousa | IN PERSON (5/10) | 50 YEARS OF CHICAGO FILMMAKERS
May
10
7:00 PM19:00

POETIC MOVEMENTS: Selected Films from Adele Friedman & Jean Sousa | IN PERSON (5/10) | 50 YEARS OF CHICAGO FILMMAKERS

POETIC MOVEMENTS: Selected Films from Adele Friedman & Jean Sousa | IN PERSON (5/10) | 50 YEARS OF CHICAGO FILMMAKERS

This two-person show celebrates the works of Jean Sousa and Adele Friedman, two of the most important Chicago-based experimental filmmakers of the last 50 years, whose enduring commitment to the artform continues today. Films to be screened include CHRISTIAN AND MICHAEL and UNTITLED (II) by Friedman; MERMAIDS and selections from her poetic octet by Sousa; and more! 

Program Image from Christian and Michael (2006) by Adele Friedman

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Queer Writers Club | Virtual (4/13)
Apr
13
2:00 PM14:00

Queer Writers Club | Virtual (4/13)

 
 

Queer Writers Club is free to join. Click to sign up and receive our emails when there’s an upcoming event.

The Queer Writers Club is a monthly online meeting for LGBTQ+ writers; open to both beginners and experienced authors, regardless of genre. This is a queer writer’s safe-space, a friendly club to hone your craft through creative writing exercises. This time includes focused practice in a group setting and a chance to meet other LGBTQ+ creatives. Whether you’re jotting down poems in a journal or working on your 5th draft of a Netflix-produced screenplay, you’re welcome to percolate fresh ideas, help form a new writing community, and share in the company of this generative space!

Hosted by Colleen O’Doherty (she/her), this club is a project of Chicago Filmmakers and Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival.

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OCFF2024 [WE DON’T KNOW YET] WHAT A CINEMA CAN DO
Apr
5
8:00 PM20:00

OCFF2024 [WE DON’T KNOW YET] WHAT A CINEMA CAN DO

Public Works (2141 W North Ave) | April 5 | Doors Open at 8PM | Show Starts at 8:45PM

A Special Program of the 34th Onion City Experimental Film Festival.

Presented in partnership with Center for Concrete and Abstract Machines (CCAM) and hosted by Public Works (2141 W North Ave). A live program combining performance, new media, and expanded cinema. More TBA.

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OCFF 2024 OPENING NIGHT: TOUTE UNE NUIT by Chantal Akerman | IN PERSON (4/4)
Apr
4
8:15 PM20:15

OCFF 2024 OPENING NIGHT: TOUTE UNE NUIT by Chantal Akerman | IN PERSON (4/4)

OCFF 2024 OPENING NIGHT: TOUTE UNE NUIT by Chantal Akerman | IN PERSON (4/4)

The Gene Siskel Film Center (164 N. State St.) | April 4 at 8:15PM

A Special Program of the 34th Onion City Experimental Film Festival

Presented in partnership with Cine-File & The Gene Siskel Film Center.

The 34th Onion City Experimental Film Festival opens at the Gene Siskel Film Center (164 N. State St.) with the newly restored TOUTE UNE NUIT (A WHOLE NIGHT) by Chantal Akerman, presented in partnership with Cine-File.

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COMMODITY TRADING: DIES IRAE by M. Woods with GUILLOTINE by Sonnie Wooden | IN-PERSON (3/15)
Mar
15
7:00 PM19:00

COMMODITY TRADING: DIES IRAE by M. Woods with GUILLOTINE by Sonnie Wooden | IN-PERSON (3/15)

COMMODITY TRADING: DIES IRAE by M. Woods with GUILLOTINE by Sonnie Wooden | IN-PERSON (3/15)

Chicago Filmmakers (map) | Friday, March 15 at 7PM Central

M. Woods’ COMMODITY TRADING: DIES IRAE is a surrealist nightmare wrapped in a documentary chronicling the void that emerged with the election of Donald Trump. The movie weaves a narrative through political hells, using 16mm film, mixed media digital experimentation, and archival footage to paint a hallucinatory landscape of Southern California’s break from reality.

Preceded by Sonnie Wooden’s GUILLOTINE, a horrific assemblage of abject hyperreality. See our review of Sonnie Wooden’s GUILLOTINE here.

M. Woods will appear in person with Sonnie Wooden for a post-screening conversation. moderated by Grace K. Schuler

From COMMODITY TRADING by M. Woods.

From GUILLOTINE by Sonnie Wooden.

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Queer Writers Club | Virtual (3/9)
Mar
9
2:00 PM14:00

Queer Writers Club | Virtual (3/9)

 
 

Queer Writers Club is free to join. Click to sign up and receive our emails when there’s an upcoming event.

The Queer Writers Club is a monthly online meeting for LGBTQ+ writers; open to both beginners and experienced authors, regardless of genre. This is a queer writer’s safe-space, a friendly club to hone your craft through creative writing exercises. This time includes focused practice in a group setting and a chance to meet other LGBTQ+ creatives. Whether you’re jotting down poems in a journal or working on your 5th draft of a Netflix-produced screenplay, you’re welcome to percolate fresh ideas, help form a new writing community, and share in the company of this generative space!

Hosted by Colleen O’Doherty (she/her), this club is a project of Chicago Filmmakers and Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival.

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NETWORKING MEETUP | IN-PERSON - Featuring Kelly O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson
Mar
6
4:00 PM16:00

NETWORKING MEETUP | IN-PERSON - Featuring Kelly O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson

Chicago Filmmakers’ networking events are an exciting opportunity for film industry professionals to build invaluable connections with each other and strengthen the Chicago film community as a whole. Each event has the added bonus of a special guest speaker who shares their personal experiences working in the film industry and offers invaluable career advice to attendees. 

The March event will feature Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson fresh off their successful Sundance premiere of their new feature film, GHOSTLIGHT.

The networking event will begin at 7:00 PM CST with an hour of structured networking, meant to encourage attendees to meet fellow industry professionals outside their already established circles. At 8:00PM , O’Sullivan and Thompson will join to speak about their recent festival run, continuing to make films in Chicago, and provide insights on working in the industry. 

DIRECT TICKET LINK : https://chicagofilmmakers.org/upcoming-screenings-and-events/quarterly-networking-event-featuring-kelly-osullivan-alex-thompson

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APPLICATION DEADLINE (3/1/24): Free Production Assistant Training (Workforce Development Program) | FREE TO APPLY
Mar
1
to Mar 2

APPLICATION DEADLINE (3/1/24): Free Production Assistant Training (Workforce Development Program) | FREE TO APPLY

 

Read Information below before applying:

Part of our Workforce Development Initiative, Chicago Filmmakers’ Production Assistant Training Program is a tuition-free series of classes and hands-on film production exercises intended to equip trainees with the essential knowledge and entry-level experience to prepare for Production Assistant jobs on Illinois Television and Film productions.

The program will provide 80+ hours of training over the course of a few months (April-June) with evenings and weekend daytime class schedules. Students are required to attend all 80 hours of core training plus one or more specialty workshops held at the Chicago Filmmakers’ facility at 1326 W. Hollywood Avenue in the Edgewater neighborhood. 

We are seeking twelve participants who are passionate about Film and TV and are committed to building a long-term career in Illinois’ booming entertainment industry. This program is intended to particularly increase diverse participation in the local creative workforce. BIPOC applicants and/or those who identify as female, gender non-conforming, and/or LBGTQ+ are strongly encouraged to apply. 

PROGRAM GOALS

  • Educate participants on production processes, safety procedures, paperwork, set terminology and other protocols needed for workplace readiness.

  • Expose participants to various entry-level film crew positions and help launch sustainable careers in Illinois' booming film & TV industry.

  • Connect participants with local productions and industry decision-makers through field trips, mentorship and networking opportunities.

  • Encourage workforce diversity and inclusiveness on local productions and in the Illinois entertainment industry as a whole.

IDEAL CANDIDATES

We are looking for residents of Illinois who are passionate about film and are committed to building a long-term career in Illinois movie production. In addition, most production assistant roles require regular access to a car. This program is open to all applicants who meet the criteria below and is especially intended to support workforce diversity in terms of race, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be age 18 or older to apply

  • Must have a valid driver’s license

  • Must be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED)

  • Must provide proof for being fully vaccinated for COVID-19

  • Must be a current resident of Illinois 

  • Must be legally eligible to work in the US

  • No prior experience in film and TV is required

Please note all workshops will be held at Chicago Filmmakers’ facility located in the Edgewater neighborhood. Participants are responsible for their own travel and meals. 

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Participants are required to attend in-person at least 80 hours of training from April through June. Mandatory workshops will be scheduled on weekends and weeknights. Participants must provide their own transportation to and from Chicago Filmmakers at 1326 W. Hollywood Ave., Chicago 60660. Applicants must be age 18 or older, be a high school graduate or have a GED, and must be a current resident of Illinois. We require students to commit to all training dates if selected to participate in the program.

 
 

Visit www.chicagofilmmakers.org/workforce-development-program for updates and feel free to email lsherbini@chicagofilmmakers.org for any inquiries.

 
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DEADLINE: Submit your work to the upcoming OPEN SCREENING
Feb
28
12:01 AM00:01

DEADLINE: Submit your work to the upcoming OPEN SCREENING

Reserve your ticket and/or submit your work for free by clicking below. Deadline to submit your work is 2/28/24.

EVENT DETAILS:

Chicago Filmmakers (map) | Saturday, March 9 at 7PM CST

Be seen. Screen your work in our Chicago Filmmakers Firehouse Cinema to the Chicago Filmmakers community. Works in progress welcome!

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ART OUT OF TIME | IN-PERSON (2/16) | CF 50
Feb
16
7:00 PM19:00

ART OUT OF TIME | IN-PERSON (2/16) | CF 50

ART OUT OF TIME | IN-PERSON (2/16) | 50 YEARS OF CHICAGO FILMMAKERS

Chicago Filmmakers (map) | Friday, February 16 at 7PM CST

Chicago Filmmakers’ PerforMedia programming originated in the 1980’s as the “Time Arts” series. Time Arts broke new ground in the Chicago arts community, and diversified the audiences for Chicago Filmmakers by bringing together artists across an eclectic spectrum of genres and disciplines, including film, video, music, performance art/theater, poetry— converged or in tandem.

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VASTLAB presents VLX5 | IN-PERSON (2/9)
Feb
9
6:30 PM18:30

VASTLAB presents VLX5 | IN-PERSON (2/9)

VASTLAB presents VLX5 | IN-PERSON (2/9)

Chicago Filmmakers (map) | Friday, February 9 at 6:30PM CST

VLX5 is the fifth season of VASTLAB's annual showcase of Experimental short Film including an action packed program with local Chicago Artist Amanda Van Valkenburg in person for Q&A as well as local Chicago Musicians & Sound Artists LIVEscoring VLX5 short films.

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NEW CLASS BEGINS: Developing the Documentary | VIRTUAL (2/1 - 3/7)
Feb
1
6:30 PM18:30

NEW CLASS BEGINS: Developing the Documentary | VIRTUAL (2/1 - 3/7)

A common misnomer about documentary filmmaking is that it is made without the same preparation as narrative film. In this class, learn everything you need to be thinking, how to prepare, and how to think like a documentarian; before your crew hits the field, develop your idea at Chicago Filmmakers.

Course Length: 6 weeks

Times: Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30 PM CST

Location: Online; Zoom

Instructor: Julie Englander

Become a Chicago Filmmakers Member and receive $15 off all classes as well as other benefits!

Review our Registration & Refund Policies before purchasing.

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NEW CLASS BEGINS: Budgeting & Scheduling for Indie Film | IN-PERSON (2/1 - 3/21)
Feb
1
6:30 PM18:30

NEW CLASS BEGINS: Budgeting & Scheduling for Indie Film | IN-PERSON (2/1 - 3/21)

The goal of this course is to provide filmmakers with foundational knowledge in line producing, allowing them to successfully plan independent productions as well as articulate these plans to potential collaborators or employers. In addition to structural discussions on executing an independent production, this course will introduce students to programs and online resources that assist in budgeting and scheduling. Various guest filmmakers will be brought to class to discuss unique challenges and solutions for producing independently, specifically when it comes to budgeting and scheduling.

Course Length: 8 weeks

Times: Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30 PM CST

Location: In-Person

Instructor: Grace Hahn

Become a Chicago Filmmakers Member and receive $15 off all classes as well as other benefits!

Review our Registration & Refund Policies before purchasing.

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