In addition to the main Festival program, there are special film sections that add interest and diversity to the overall Festival and help attendees navigate the offerings. These special categories include:
Ready for your mind to be blown? Prowl the Festival and feast on these dark, mysterious, thrilling, and bizarre films. {view films}
These films elevate stories, topics, and themes that are embedded in both Asian communities and the Asian diaspora. {view films}
These films elevate stories, topics, and themes that are embedded in both Black communities and the African diaspora. {view films}
Let's be honest, we could all use a good laugh these days. You asked and we answered with our first ever sidebar just for films that will make you smile ;) {view films}
You can take a family trip around the world without leaving your home! These family-friendly films are great for kids and young adults.
* Films that are more appropriate for older kids are maerked as so on the film pages. However, CIFF films are not rated by the MPAA, so we advise viewer discretion for all films.{view films}
These films elevate stories, topics, and themes that are embedded in Indigenous communities around the world. {view films}
These films are centered around Jewish history, culture, and stories. {view films}
These films elevate stories, topics, and themes that are embedded in both Latinx and Hispanic communities, including films from Spain and North, Central, and Latin America. {view films}
Jam out and find your groove with these music movies! {view films}
This listing of films are those that are not part of CIFF46 Streams and will only have in-person screenings at Playhouse Square. {view films}
This enlightening collection of films features stories about people with a wide range of abilities and their lived experiences. {view films}
Films focusing on issues, topics, and stories from LGBTQIA+ communities. {view films}
These films are friendly for our teen audience, but appeal to adults too!
* CIFF films are not rated by the MPAA, so we advise viewer discretion for all films.
{view films}This collection of films celebrates empowered women* of all kinds.
*cis, trans, and non-binary inclusive{view films}
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