Master Class in Directing with Chinonye Chukwu
Join the Chicago International Film Festival’s Chicago Industry Exchange (CIX) program for a special master class in directing with award-winning filmmaker Chinonye Chukwu. Most recently, she directed and co-wrote MGM’s Till (2022), based on the true story of Mamie Till-Mobley and her pursuit of justice for her son, Emmett Louis Till. In 2019, Chukwu’s Clemency, which she wrote and directed, won the Dramatic Grand Jury prize at Sundance and was nominated at the Independent Spirit Awards for Best Feature, Best Screenplay, and Best Female Lead for Alfre Woodard, who was also nominated for a BAFTA and Gotham Award.
Networking mixer immediately following in the venue lobby.
Event Information
Friday, April 4, 2025
6:00pm – 7:00pm
Alliance Française de Chicago
810 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60610
Tickets
Doors open at 5:30pm.
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
