THE SPIRIT OF CHICAGO 5 | FAMILY TIES | DEC 14-20
THE SPIRIT OF CHICAGO 5 | FAMILY TIES | DEC 14-20
We couldn’t think of a better topic than family for this year’s final edition of The Spirit of Chicago. In this poignant collection of films, relationships are challenged and dynamics are changed when these families reunite in times of celebration or commemoration.
PROGRAM
Streaming Monday, December 14 to Sunday, December 20. Filmmaker Q&A will take place on Saturday, December 19 at 8:00PM. Suggested donation; portion of proceeds to benefit filmmakers included in the program.
SWEET CHILD | Directed by Zachery Green | 7 mins
Jake makes an unexpected visit to see his son on his birthday. Violating his parole, he kidnaps his son and crosses state lines to show him the time of his life.
REAR VIEW | Directed by Stephen Kniss | 17 mins
To process the death of his wife, a grieving husband embarks on a road trip with his daughter to the place where it all began, the place where he and his wife fell in love.
DUBIOUS RUFFIANS | Directed by Kevin Pickman | 16 mins
Two siblings bring their dying mother to the beloved home that they grew up in, holding the current family living there hostage.
THICKER THAN BLOOD | Directed by Anthony Williams | 75 mins
The youngest of two sons returns to his family home for the first time in three years to celebrate his older brother’s promotion. During what’s supposed to be a joyous afternoon of family, friends, and food, secrets are revealed, masks are uncovered, and some things are said that can’t be taken back.
