Hello again, short film lovers! Is it Spring or what?
We kick off our fourth season with stories of love and survival, spring into summer.
A little shadowdancin’ and some quickly shifting teenage feelins. Human connection thru radio and nature in alternate realities. A tender watersystem, a Peruvian stay-cation, a whiff of beach weather, and so much more - including two short films by legendary animator AL JARNOW. (Chicago Reader) (New City)
SEASON PREMIERE ~ ONE SHOW, TWO CHANCES Advance tickets recommended
Chicago Magazine Pick of the Week!
Thursday, March 25 at 8:30 PM TICKETS HERE
Sunday, March 28 at 6:00 PM TICKETS HERE
International short films of all flavors and sizes, mini-pies from SugarKist, hot popcorn and cash bar at the HIDEOUT 1354 W. Wabansia St. (off Elston) Chicago * 21 and Over, tickets $8/door
The Chicago Short Film Brigade proudly presents these films and more:
THE EMPRESS by Lyle Pisio Canada (Animation)
Loneliness and desire, love and hesitation. Fear and loss with a bit of alcoholism. Trevor and Martha fall in love in a dingy bar. VIEW TRAILER
THE HIDDEN LIFE OF THE BURROWING OWL by Mike Roush Los Angeles (Animation)
Meet the Burrowing Owl. He’s recently lost his mate to a large predator who is hunting in his neck of the woods. How will he survive in the dangerous wilderness alone? VIEW TRAILER
IN SCALE by Marina Moshkova Russian Federation (Animation)
A little bird is building a nest and collecting food for its newborn chick. This leads to unexpected consequences on a large scale.
EL TURISTA by Lori Chodos Peru (Live-Action Comedy)
Jorge just missed his flight. He’s taking his dream vacation anyway.
ON TIME OFF by Bill Porter United Kingdom (Animation)
Fire, ice cream, and micro-dramas between strangers on a sweltering beach. Drawn from memories of working in an ice cream cafe.
LIVING ORGANICS by Kiera Faber Minnesota (Animation)
In this new world, things are not always as they appear. The natural order of beings is disrupted and altered. What is good and pure? VIEW TRAILER
TUNE IN by Esther Johnson London (Documentary/Experimental)
Delve into the politics of space and social communication, with a portrait of “the space-age hobby where the world is your friend”, the world of amateur radio operators, also known as HAMS. DIY radio equipment in the ever-changing modern world.
ON OFF by Jan Fuchs & Timo Katz Germany
Six unmanned cameras record six other unmanned cameras. All are recording. The light is directing. The directors wait outside.
WATERWAY by Britta Johnson Seattle (Animation)
Follow large drops of water as they travel through rocks, ferns, plant roots, microbes, and other creatures who naturally filter and clean water.
I LOVE (ST.) LOUIS by Joe Lachajczyk Iowa City (Animation)
Two bratty kids make a scene in the kitchen, prompting their overworked mother to fling them into the backyard. They duel each other, each aided by a special weapon. Meanwhile, mom watches her favorite TV show.
MAN by Myna Joseph New York (Live-Action Drama)
Maggie and Allison are teenage sisters who form a striking bond during an encounter with a young man. Passive love, the threats of technology, sexuality, and masculinity compromise their quiet codependency. All in an afternoon.
