March 28th - 30th, 2025 at FACETS (1517 W. Fullerton) in Beautiful Lincoln Park Chicago
TIME BLOCK C
SAT 3/29 2-4PM
THE CANCER CARD
DIR. Jimmy Rancich
The Cancer Card follows Benny, a young cancer fighter, as he seeks advice on how to manage the disease from a cancer survivor, Tony. Benny is about to walk away from their first meeting due to Tony's flippant attitude towards the disease when Tony gets to show him the one true benefit of cancer: The Cancer Card. (13:36)
BIRDS OF A FEATHER
DIR. Katie Cobos
A talkative parrot attempts to befriend a boy with Tourette's syndrome. (4:44)
STAY
DIR. Dylan Kaufmann
On a special day, a young man reflects on his lonely life with only his pet bird for company, leading to an unexpected revelation about their bond. (4:50)
DOWN SAFE
DIR. Fédor Benton
When 10-year-old Fédor discovers a locked safe buried in his backyard, his world transforms into a thrilling quest to uncover its secrets. (7:54)
IN FORMATION
DIR. Christopher Hoerdemann
Chicago Public Schools JROTC students get exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to the Chicago Air & Water Show! Watch as they meet the iconic U.S. Navy Blue Angels, interact with pilots and crew, and experience firsthand what it takes to put on their legendary aerial demonstration. Don't miss this inspiring chance to experience the thrill of military aviation through their eyes. (7:20)
THE GIRL FROM THE VILLAGE:
A STORY OF HOPE
DIR. BILLY SURGES
Join us on a journey of educational hope for students in poverty-stricken Kenya. Surging Films teams up with The Weiss Scholarship Foundation to bring the stories of various Kenyan scholarship recipients, hopefuls, and alumni to the forefront. In particular, we follow Christine Akoth's journey as she travels from Kenya to America in hopes to fulfill an educational journey at Elmhurst University. *please note this film is not eligible for any Film Frenzy awards (40:00)