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29th annual Chicago International Children's Film Festival
October 26 - November 4, 2012

For Kids & Parents:

Facets Kids Film Camp 2012 - Now Accepting Applications!

For kids who LOVE movies! Check out our unique summer film camp for kids ages 7-14 where kids learn the basics of film making, film appreciation, film vocabulary & critique. Full and half day sessions available. Click here to learn more and register.

Also, save the date for our next weekend one-day workshop on Staurday, May 5!

Facets Film Ambassadors - Travel Opportunity

Do you love to travel? Do you love film? Young people ages 13-17 interested in representing Facets as part of youth delegations to film festivals in Italy, Korea & Quebec can apply now. Application deadline is May 7 and interviews for delegates will be held May 10.

Weekend Screenings - Hyde Park & Nature Museum

One Sunday per month April-June, Facets Children's Programs screens feature films from past Festivals at Max Palevsky Cinema on the University of Chicago campus.

Plus, one Saturday per month January-August, we present nature-themed movies from around the world at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Lincoln Park.

All films are official selections from the Chicago International Children's Film Festival. Click here for film descriptions and other information.

For Filmmakers:

Chicago International Children's Film Festival
Call for Entries - NOW OPEN!

Enter your film to the 29th annual Chicago International Children's Film Festival. Enter before May 1 & save $20. Final entry deadline: May 31. Adult & Young Filmmaker categories. An Academy-qualifying festival! Click here for more info and entry form.

Entry Deadline: May 31!

The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore Wins Oscar!

Congratulations to The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore, winner of the Chicago International Children's Film Festival's Adult Jury First Prize for Animated Short Film, which was recently awarded the Academy Award for Best Animated Short! Click here to learn more.

For Educators:

Group Film Screenings

Check out our specially themed group film programs for grades Pre-K through High School. Subjects include Anti-Bullying, Holidays, Films Based on Books, Celebrating African American, Asian, and Jewish Heritage, and more! All films are official selections of the Chicago International Children's Film Festival. Click here for program descriptions.

We invite you and your students to see relevant, curriculum supported films in an exciting environment guaranteed to create memories that last a lifetime.

In-School Screenings also Available

Contact: Facets Children's Programs
773-281-9075 ext. 3011
fldtrips@facets.org

Early Festival Group Reservations - Reserve Now and Save!

Get discounted prices ($1 off per ticket) and priority access to the Festival schedule when it is available in September. Offer ends July 1!

Summer Film Institute

July 23-27, 2012 - Earn 30 CPDUs through a one-week crash course in the building blocks of film which will provide you with the knowledge and skills to use movies and other visual media as a more effective teaching tool. Gain a deeper understanding of the techniques and history of film, watch great movies to apply your learning actively, and build a collection of resources and practical strategies to take back to your classroom. Click here for more information.

Get Connected:

Children's Film Fest Facebook Group

Our new CICFF Children’s Facebook Group has just launched, giving children ages 7-16 the opportunity to write reviews, discuss movies, win movie tickets, and collaborate on film-related activities with other kids their age. To learn more, click here.

Digital Citizens for Facets Films

Parents and teachers, we've compiled some information and resources on media literacy to help you guide kids towards becoming empowered digital citizens. Click here to learn more, and Like our Facebook page for parents and teachers to participate in the conversation.

The Impact of Your Support

CLICK HERE to watch Facets' Children's Programs in action! 

The Chicago International Children's Film Festival provides media education programs to students throughout the city and surrounding areas. Thanks to everyone who has donated time and resources to make this programming possible. 

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