Charles Coleman’s Top 10 Films of 2023
FACETS’ Film Program Director, Charles Coleman, provides us a list of his favorite films from 2023. The list, which is not in order of importance, features Aki Kaurismaki’s Fallen Leaves, Justine Triet’s Anatomy of a Fall, and Todd Haynes' May
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
Staff Picks #3: Sweet Home Chicago
This July, FACETS is as active as ever as we head on the road towards the 39th annual Chicago International Children’s Film Festival, running November 4-20, 2022 and continue screening the best new independent and international films in our cinema.
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.
How individuals change history: The Color of Pomegranates U.S. Premiere
The below story was originally published as part of FACETS Founder, Milos Stehlik’s From the Videotheque newsletter on April 3, 2017. Text has been lightly edited for clarity.I am writing this only because I received a "friend" request on LinkedIn
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