CICFF39 New Dimensions Films to Watch Before November 20th
We may in the final stretch of CICFF39, but the magic isn’t finished yet! There’s still time to have new experiences in both fictional and documentary realities, whether you want to get lost in a brilliantly-written screenplay or learn about
In Remembrance of Jean-Luc Godard
On Tuesday, September 13th, the passing of cinematic icon Jean-Luc Godard was announced. Michael Phillips has a full appreciation published at the Chicago Tribune which includes excerpted words from Charles Coleman, our Film Program Director here at FACETS, among others.
CICFF Classics: A Watchlist Retrospective
Since its founding in 1975–whether it be through educational film camps for children or through weekly screenings of classics, indie gems, and more–FACETS aims to help the surrounding community experience cinema as not just entertainment but as a source of
Reflections on Film: A Watchlist of Films and Video Essays
Today, video essays mark one of the most abundant and accessible mediums of film analysis. Look up your favorite movie title on Youtube, and you’re bound to find at least one or two videos delving deep into the development, history,
47 Years of Thoughtful Cinema: A FACETS Anniversary Watchlist
Founded in 1975 by Milos Stehlik, FACETS is a Chicago institution, a destination for film enthusiasts everywhere to celebrate the art form with events, screenings, discussions, and even education. This year marks our 47th anniversary doing exciting non-profit work in
Lying in the Gutters: A Double Feature of Finding Someone to Put Up With You
FACETS is screening Joachim Trier's Oscar nominated comedy-drama, The Worst Person in the World (2021), April 16-17, 2022. We've paired this refreshingly nuanced character portrait with a film exploring similar themes, American Splendor (2003), available for FACETS Members to rent from our expansive rentals collection.
Plains of Being: An Art House Environmentalism Watchlist
This April, come to FACETS and celebrate Earth Month with our Art House Environmentalism Screening Series running from April 1st-15th. Programmed by our Customer Service Rep Perry Ruhland, each selection contemplates humanity’s modern disconnection from the natural world.To accompany Perry’s
Cut Gems: Oscars Snubs and Shutouts
Oscar season has arrived in earnest and while the Academy is in the news for shortening the ceremony, FACETS has the cure for the frustrations of the grand ceremony we both love and hate. The Oscars can’t reward everything in
Breaking Cycles: Recovering Family in the Face of Addiction
All is Forgiven is now showing at FACETS with showtimes on February 18th-20th and the 25th-27th. Fresh off the acclaimed Bergman Island, Mia Hansen-Løve’s 2007 directorial debut is now playing in the US for the first time. To celebrate our
Watchlist: Galentine’s Movie Marathon
The first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the phrase "February film series" might be focused on romantic relationships, however this year at FACETS we decided to do things a bit differently. In honor of the unofficial