CHICAGOLAND SHORTS VOL. 7

Chicagoland Shorts Vol. 7 is pleased to present six films that investigate the lives of female characters through themes of identity, memory, intergenerational trauma, social justice, fear, and love. Featured filmmakers take control of their own narratives and showcase the resilience of women in our contemporary world through their works.

Curated by:
Raul Benitez (Lead Programmer)
Lonnie Edwards
Hiromi Ueyoshi

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Eseoghene Obrimah & Maggie Zhu

A Black trans woman finds herself on a harrowing journey to her 36th birthday.

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An Alternative Method
Hannah Schierbeek

After a ballerina teacher is followed on her way home from work, her fears start manifesting in dreams and reality.

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Valeria
Tasnim Hindeyeh

A deep exploration of a complicated mother-daughter relationship in a patriarchal setting.

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Whole
E. Hendo, Ryonn Gloster & Evelio Zavala

A young woman faces a terrifying reality when she is sent to Completion Camp.

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In Loving Memories
Briana Clearly

Dedicated to the people I've made beautiful memories with.

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tres cuartos y un techo
Isabella Ostos Campo

An examination of three generations of women as they recount their memories of trauma and its manifestations over time.

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Captioned program available upon request.