Film Feature: 5 Ways to Love the 53rd Chicago International Film Festival

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Industry Days
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This recent addition to Festival events has proven to be one of its most popular. Industry Days is a hub for filmmakers and industry professional to connect, share ideas and find inspiration. From October 19th through the 22nd, the “Days” highlight current and future trends in the art/industry of movie making. Panels are open to the general public and to Industry Days badge holders (see information on the website link below). If you’re interested in the business of show business, Industry Days can be a vital participation.

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Time for a Peek, October 12-26
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Do you often find yourself isolated because you want to talk in-depth about a film, and the world around you is not interested? That is impossible at the 53rd Chicago International Film Festival. Everyone is there to participate in discussion and points of view, and catching up with your fellow film travelers is a vital part of loving the Festival. Their catchphrase is your best philosophy, “Because Life is a Movie.”

The Opening Night Film for the 53rd Chicago International Film Festival is “Marshall” on October 12th, 2017, at the AMC River East 21, 322 East Illinois Street, Chicago. The Festival will take place October 12th to October 26th, 2017. Click here for film schedules, information and to purchase tickets.

HollywoodChicago.com senior staff writer Patrick McDonald

By PATRICK McDONALD
Writer, Editorial Coordinator
HollywoodChicago.com
pat@hollywoodchicago.com

© 2017 Patrick McDonald, HollywoodChicago.com

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