Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the passing of Byron Pollock, devoted board member, passionate film lover, and dear friend of the Chicago International Film Festival. 

Almost ten years ago, Byron came knocking on the Festival door. Already an ardent Festival fan, Byron expressed his wish to become more involved with the organization. He already loved the Festival, and, like a true evangelist, he wanted to make sure that the rest of Chicago could know and love the Festival in the way that he did.[…]

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Holiday 2019 Promotions

Black Friday 2019

For Black Friday, we’re offering a rare discount on all Festival merchandise in our online store! Starting Friday, November 29, use promo code BF30 to get 30% off all merchandise. The sale continues through Sunday, December 1, so shop all weekend for the film-lover in your life![…]