The Chicago South Side Film Festival

The Chicago South Side Film Festival The South Side Film Festival celebrates the South Side of Chicago on film! October 6th - 8th, 2017.

Our annual festival brings together film-goers and film-makers at venues on Chicago's South Side to view a diverse variety of films. The South Side Film Festival celebrates the South Side of Chicago as a center for filmmakers to showcase different perspectives and independent thought through their work.

Actor, writer, producer Roberto Jay on what XL Lab has done for his phenomenal film , and what the ecosystem means to h...
09/26/2026

Actor, writer, producer Roberto Jay on what XL Lab has done for his phenomenal film , and what the ecosystem means to him. We have 3 days left to make a difference for filmmakers like Roberto, and continue pushing the needle forward in the world of storytelling. to support today via Kickstarter! ✨

No contribution is too small or too large, and pledges of $50 or more receive an award.

Creating access and visibility for underrepresented filmmakers is what we’ve ALWAYS been about! Our lab and our festival...
09/14/2026

Creating access and visibility for underrepresented filmmakers is what we’ve ALWAYS been about! Our lab and our festival foster unique content, valuable relationships, and timeless art. We launched our Kickstarter campaign at the historic Obama Presidential Center a few weeks ago, and now it’s crunch time with 7 days left to meet our goal. 🙏🏾

Be apart of history, and back us today. No contribution is too big or too small and EVERY contribution is tax-deductible. Each pledge $50 and above comes with a reward too. 👀 to support, learn more, and share with a friend today!

09/12/2026

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😎 💡 AMC Theatres
09/10/2026

😎 💡 AMC Theatres

09/08/2026

Watch the official recap for XL 26 here.

Thanks to all those that made this possible!

08/28/2026

Saving O’Block brought an important conversation to the screen at XL Fest 2026.

Following the screening and panel, Rylee McClain spoke with Pastor & Community Leader Corey Brooks, Filmmaker & Director Will Gates, and Grammy Award-Winning Poet J. Ivy about the film, its message, and the real stories behind the community it highlights.

More than a screening, a conversation about Chicago, community, and the stories that deserve to be told. 🎬

08/23/2026

Day 2 wasn’t just about the films, Harper Court was alive! 🎶✨

From local vendors and live music to rug making, fresh cuts, kids getting creative and more, XL Fest brought the fun outside and made space for the whole community to enjoy.

This is XL Fest beyond the screen. 🎬

08/23/2026

Day 2 of XL Fest 🎬

From the big screen at Harper Theater to conversations and connections throughout the day, Day 2 brought filmmakers and film lovers together to celebrate the stories shaping what’s next.

Another day of film, culture and community at

08/23/2026

XL CHAT with Jordan Sweet and Rylee McClain

Hit that follow button for more XL CHAT and see more at xlfest.org

08/22/2026

How long is TOO long to wait on your barber or hairstylist? 👀💈

Day 1 of XL Fest at the Chicago Cultural Center! 🎬

This year’s theme is inspired by the iconic Barbershop movie: celebrating the conversations, culture and community that happen in the chair and beyond.

So now we’re asking you: how long are YOU willing to wait? ⏳

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