Chicago International Film Festival
Wed, Oct 15 – Sun, Oct 26, 2025
322 E. Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60611
Welcome to North America’s longest-running competitive film festival. With more than 120 feature films and 70 shorts films from around the world, this year’s festival is filled with movies that will move you!
Experience the best in global filmmaking, with premieres, screenings, special guests, red carpets, Q&A’s with filmmakers in attendance and more! Don’t miss this milestone edition featuring buzzworthy films, rising stars, and powerful stories from around the world.
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Hotel Blake
Chicago
Situated in downtown Chicago’s urban Printer's Row district, Hotel Blake offers a relaxing retreat and easy access to everything the city has to offer.
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