FACETS’ 38th Annual Chicago International Children’s Film Festival (CICFF38), one of only two Oscar-qualifying children’s film festivals in the world, running November 5-14, 2021.

Each year, the CICFF is proud to present a diverse selection of high-quality films for children, teens, and adults, featuring over 250 films from 40 countries. Since 1984, the CICFF has carefully curated films from around the world that break new ground in their approach to storytelling, offer unique or seldom-heard points of view, and demonstrate artistic and technical mastery.

CICFF38 is offered virtually on Eventive, with limited in-person screenings at FACETS Cinema in Chicago.

Introducing New Dimensions

For almost 40 years, we have cultivated a unique film going experiences for young people ages 2-18. New for 2021, we are excited to announce our New Dimensions film programs for young adults ages 18+.

These programs will contain innovative films that are a little more mature, plus edgy animation and high-quality shorts, documentaries and feature films that resonate with this young, diverse audience.