The Chicago Women Film Fest is an essential event and competition that honors the diversity and creativity of women's voices in the film industry. This festival serves as a vital platform for emerging and established female filmmakers, showcasing their unique perspectives and artistic expressions. By featuring a wide array of films—from narrative features and documentaries to short films and experimental works—the festival not only entertains but also educates audiences about

Belgian-born Varda is often regarded as the mother of the French New Wave. Her debut feature, LA POINTE COURTE (1956) – which she wrote and directed without any formal training – is seen as the film that sparked the movement. Throughout her career spanning over 60 years, Varda has explored various forms of filmmaking, including shorts, documentaries, and narrative feature films. Her notable works include the New Wave classic CLEO FROM 5 TO 7, LE BONHEUR, VAGABOND, her autobio

In a bustling diner, FBI Special Agent Reggie Keller faces a deranged man named Damon, who is holding a bomb that will detonate if released. Reggie has only a few minutes to prevent disaster before her son, Kooper, arrives to join her for lunch. Ashley Zahorian, a producer and director with numerous awards, is dedicated to crafting media that delves into the breadth of human experience and dignity. She is an Assistant Professor at Regent University's School of Communication &

After the drama director of Park River High School passes away, six former theater students reunite in their hometown for the funeral. Setting aside the demands of marriage, children, and careers for the weekend, the once close-knit group slips back into familiar routines. Tori, who tends toward self-destruction, seeks solace with her old love, the dependable Nathan. Former best friends, the perfectionist Kate and the overwhelmed mom Sienna, attempt to mend their friendship,

This lesser-known chapter of literary history recounts the last weeks of Sylvia Plath's life and her friendship with her downstairs neighbor, Trevor Thomas. It features Alistair Petrie from Sex Education and Amber Anderson from Peaky Blinders. Rosie Day is a director, screenwriter, author, and playwright. Her first play, Instructions For A Teenage Armageddon, premiered in London's West End to numerous 5-star reviews in Spring 2024. Her debut book of the same title was publish

Does everyone possess the courage to escape the confines we create for ourselves? Two decades have elapsed since South Korea implemented its Anti-Prostitution Law, yet visible red-light districts persist nationwide, revealing a complex social issue that continues to challenge the fabric of society. Despite the legal framework aimed at eradicating such practices, the existence of these districts indicates a deep-rooted problem that cannot be solved solely through legislation.