THE SPIRIT OF CHICAGO 10 | MAY 10 - 16
THE SPIRIT OF CHICAGO 10 | MAY 10 - 16
Chicago Filmmakers presents the tenth edition of “The Spirit of Chicago”, a virtual screening series featuring work by local filmmakers. This smorgasbord of narrative shorts features a mix of lighthearted and touching stories of friendship, dating, and identity.
PROGRAM
Chicago Filmmakers presents the tenth edition of “The Spirit of Chicago”, a virtual screening series featuring work by local filmmakers. This smorgasbord of narrative shorts features a mix of lighthearted and touching stories of friendship, dating, and identity.
Streaming Monday, May 10 to Sunday, May 16. Suggested donation; a portion of the proceeds will benefit filmmakers included in the program.
STUBS | Directed by Brandon Jones | 4 mins
Two cinephiles reconnect and reminisce during the COVID-19 pandemic through friendship and a passion for filmmaking.
TOTAL CATCH | Directed by Sarah Clark | 2 mins
Dating is hard... Zoom dating is harder. Starring Brittany Devon.
WITHOUT YOU | Directed by Shelby Gamble | 19 mins
Alek finds himself torn between love and fear when a stranger at the bar complicates things...
THE AUDITION | Directed by Eric Liberacki | 18 mins
Tony Mendes is a Latino actor who doesn't fit the Hollywood stereotype. He has to go to great lengths to get casting directors to look beyond the surface to notice his talent. Written by and starring Isaias Pérez.
BIRD FEEDER | Directed by Jack Fay | 19 mins
As retiree Bernard Weldon’s eyesight deteriorates, he struggles to find meaning and retain his passions in an increasingly small world.
