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FREE 10-Year Anniversary Screening of ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS: THE MOVIE!

 
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS | In-Person (6/30) | 10-Year Anniversary Screening | Presented by Reeling and Searchlight ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS | In-Person (6/30) | 10-Year Anniversary Screening | Presented by Reeling and Searchlight
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS | In-Person (6/30) | 10-Year Anniversary Screening | Presented by Reeling and Searchlight
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Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 - 8:00 PM

Landmark Century Centre Cinema

FREE

Reeling: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival, in partnership with Searchlight Pictures, is excited to present a special 10-year anniversary screening of ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS: THE MOVIE. Celebrate the end of Pride Month in style with London’s most fabulous fugitives!

Please RSVP to be added to the guest list. Seats will be first come, first served and not guaranteed so we recommend that guests arrive 30 mins before showtime.

 
 

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Year-Round Classes in Digital Filmmaking, Cinematography, Documentary, Screenwriting, and more! Taught by professional filmmakers and university professors, our classes help students develop fundamental skills in filmmaking through in-depth discussions, hands-on demonstrations, and creative collaboration.

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REELING FILM FESTIVAL

Save the Date for Reeling: The 44th Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival, September 17-27, 2026.

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER NEEDED

We are seeking a graphic designer to create the overall branding for this year’s Reeling Film Festival. This position requires collaboration with the Reeling leadership team to develop the marketing theme under a tight timeline. The finalized graphic theme will be used for the festival website, program book cover, and other promotional materials. Candidates are required to be familiar with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Stipend available.

To apply, email your cover letter, resume, and portfolio to marketing@chicagofilmmakers.org.

 
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Chicago Filmmakers’ trained and certified Production Assistants are ready to work on your production! For resumes and recommendations, email education@chicagofilmmakers.org

 
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Breaking into the film industry can be challenging and expensive. Through our tuition-free, two-month PA Assistant Training Program, we aim to build a more inclusive film workforce. The program is designed to give trainees the practical skills and connections needed to work on set through classes, exercises, field trips, mentorship, and local networking opportunities.

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ONION CITY FILM FESTIVAL

Thanks for attending Onion City 2026!

 

Credit: Riesling Dong with stills from Outer Space (1999) by Peter Tscherkassky

APRIL 9-12, 2026

Onion City is a four-day festival presented by Chicago Filmmakers that celebrates the best in contemporary experimental film. Onion City opens on Thursday, April 9 and continues through Sunday, April 12, with eight competition screenings and five special event programs.

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FILMMAKING SUMMER CAMPS

Hands-on and collaborative, this all-encompassing camp gives budding filmmakers a crash-course in filmmaking that teaches a wide range of skills including creating shot-lists, scouting locations, setting up camera angles, using green screen, post-production editing, and sound design.

All camp sessions for 2026 are sold out, but you can join the waitlist below.

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[IN]SIGHT MAGAZINE by the Chicago Filmmakers Community

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GUILLOTINE by Sonnie Wooden
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REELING ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Austin Bunn | By Colleen O'Doherty
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TETSUO: THE IRON MAN
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We are a hub for Film Lovers and Filmmakers throughout Chicagoland and the world; connecting the global movie scene at our Edgewater home base. Our doors are open to you; building Chicago’s most inclusive film community, where thousands of artists have launched their careers and found their first great ideas. Come visit our Firehouse Cinema, participate in our screenings, classes, and workshops, get assistance with your important socially-relevant projects, and share your visionary work. Help support our vital mission by sharing, participating, giving, volunteering, and partnering with us as we celebrate 50 years!