Movie Lovers: A Wild Year in Screen Romance
For decades, love stories were a premier genre of popular moviemaking. As superhero epics and action spectaculars consume more of the market, studios bet less often on romance, or outsource it to TV studios and streaming originals. But love is out there if you know where to look, and over the last year, some adventurous artists found new ways to infuse classic archetypes (outlaw lovers, youthful infatuation, steamy triangles) with contemporary resonance and flavorful style. Join us to savor some of this year’s most popular, surprising, and creatively accomplished big-screen romances. Bring a date!
Recommended viewing: Anora, Challengers, or Love Lies Bleeding, all available on major streaming services
Please note: The discussion does not include screenings of films.
Sponsor(s)
The “Digging Deeper into Movies with Nick Davis” series is made possible with the support of the Robert and Penelope Steiner Family Foundation.
Event Information
Saturday, February 8, 2025
11:00am – 12:00pm
Alliance Française de Chicago
810 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60610
Tickets
Doors open at 10:30am. Please use the Dearborn St entrance for admission.
Accessibility
Cinema/Chicago is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment at all our programs and events. All event venues are fully wheelchair accessible, with no-step entrances or ramp access and elevators. All venues offer wheelchair-designated spaces, companion seating, easy-access theater seating, and accessible restrooms. For accommodation requests, please email us at access@chicagofilmfestival.com, call us at 312-683-0121, x108, or complete our Accommodation Request Form.
212 W Van Buren St., Suite 400
