Moving Past the “Good Old Days”: A Documentary Double Feature
Some Kind of Heaven is currently available to watch at FACETS Virtual Cinema until February 4. For an interesting double feature, we suggest Jasper Mall, the new documentary about a slowly dying mall in the small town of Jasper, Alabama. Some Kind of HeavenDirected by
The Long Journey Home: A Modern Western Double Feature
Savage State is currently available to watch at FACETS Virtual Cinema until January 21. For a captivating double feature, we suggest Meek’s Cutoff, Kelly Reichardt’s 2010 Western with a star studded cast who give career defining performances.Savage StateDirected by David PerraultFrench director
The Best Films of 2020: FACETS Virtual Cinema Stand Outs
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
Spotlight: “Manual Cinema’s Christmas Carol”
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
Create Compelling Characters at FACETS Winter Break Virtual Film Camp
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
2020 Annual Appeal
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
FACETS Winter Watchlist: The Role of Seasons
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
Travel the World Without Leaving Your Home with CICFF37
CICFF37 will be presented virtually November 13-22, 2020. To browse the Virtual Festival Catalog and purchase tickets and passes click here. Film provides a window into a parallel world where viewers can live vicariously through characters. Sometimes these stories are joyous or
Coming Together Through Film at FACETS 37th Annual Chicago International Children’s Film Festival
CICFF37 will be presented virtually November 13-22, 2020. To save 10% on your festival tickets and passes, pre-order them within our Early Bird discount window, ending October 30. Do your earliest memories include watching classic children’s films with your parents and
The Hole Captures the Quiet Chaos of Quarantine
Taiwanese auteur Tsai Ming-liang’s 1998 film, The Hole, is an eerie analog to the 2020 COVID-19 lockdowns. It is available to watch until October 1 at the FACETS Virtual Cinema. As we predicted not too long ago, the COVID-19 crisis is