2012

CineYouth welcomes director Jonathan Levine, and for the first time, presents international films as Official Selections. Kelsey Grammer is honored at the Spring Television Awards. The 48th Chicago International Film Festival may be the most star-studded yet, with Al Pacino, Christopher Walken, Alan Arkin, Jon Bon Jovi, and director Fisher Stevens greeting fans before the Opening Night screening of Stand Up Guys. Lana Wachowski, Lily Wachowski, and Tom Tykwer visit the Festival for the debut of Cloud Atlas, and Helen Hunt introduces The Sessions. David O. Russell discusses his work on Silver Linings Playbook, and the Festival spotlights films from the Middle East. Leos Carax’s Holy Motors wins Best International Feature, with star Denis Lavant honored for his performance.