March 28th - 30th, 2025 at FACETS (1517 W. Fullerton) in Beautiful Lincoln Park Chicago
TIME BLOCK A
SAT 3/29 10:30AM-NOON
SMILE FOR THE DEAD
DIR. Hamilton Young Ward
True crime meets the paranormal as "Smile for the Dead" uncovers the eerie mystery of William H. Mumler's spirit photography and his ghostly portraits that baffled the 1800s. This documentary investigates Mumler's techniques and why society so needed him in the post Civil War era. (54:03)
FUCK YOU, CUPID
DIR. Felipe Marinheiro
When a heartbroken woman seeks the mystical help of a dubious psychic to reclaim her lost love, her wish is granted. However, her rekindled romance is haunted by a new question: is his love real, or just a spellbound mistake? (10:24)
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DIR. BILLY SURGES
A group of friends stumble into a small town investigation to uncover a mystery involving experiments, supernatural abilities, and a government plan. *please note this film is not eligible for any Film Frenzy awards (44:01)