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Watch newly released independent and international films at FACETS Virtual Cinema here. If you’ve ever found yourself scrambling to watch the year’s best films before it’s over and award season sneaks up, you might ask yourself, “how in the world did I miss this many great films?” When every critic releases a Best of the Year list and deems a handful of new films essential, it’s no wonder the recommendations can pile up. Even in 2020, where we spent a majority of the year inside planted in front of a screen, the amount of great films available could tend to feel overwhelming for

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Use code MANUAL5 to redeem $5 off your virtual ticket for “Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol” until December 31. Watch the trailer here. To learn more about the performance and get your ticket, click here. In the unprecedented year that 2020 has been, arts organizations have to prove themselves once again by pushing their innovation forward. FACETS is proud to spotlight the adventurous theater company Manual Cinema and a unique piece they created just for the holidays based on Charles Dickens’ famous novel, “A Christmas Carol”. Manual Cinema combines handmade shadow puppetry, cinematic techniques, and innovative sound and music to create immersive stories

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FACETS Winter Break Virtual Film Camp begins December 28 with a 3-Day crash course in Digital Animation for ages 8-12. To learn more and sign up, click  here.  What makes a character appealing? Why are we drawn to and invested in their stories and concerned about their outcome? These questions don’t have a single answer. In film, there are many reasons certain characters grab our attention. They can be relatable, have a certain charm, or a radiant individuality that inspires us. Sometimes, we even see ourselves in them.   The most obvious factor in making a character compelling is great acting, but that’s

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As a tumultuous 2020 draws to a close, we can look back on all the efforts we’ve all made to pave the way for a better 2021.  It’s been a year of turmoil, fear, and doubt, but also one of re-discovery, reinvention, and hope.  Even as we temporarily closed our Facets building, the staff and board have worked tirelessly to keep our film programming alive throughout the year, including successful presentations of: The 37th annual Chicago International Children’s Film Festival which virtually screened 262 films from 52 countries to more than _______ students, teachers, and parents. The new Facets Virtual Cinematheque where

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This holiday season, stay safe inside without missing out on the best films with FACETS DVD, Blu-Ray and VHS rentals by mail. By becoming a  FACETS Member, you have access to our vast library of films to rent for only $10/month.  As humans, our emotions are intertwined with our surroundings. We make choices about where to live, how to spend our time, and are even subconsciously affected by seasonal settings. It is only natural when the human mind is so connected to our physical environment that seasons would appear in prominent roles in artistic endeavors painting, music, photography and of course… film.   With