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Elevated Films Chicago

Independent film screening events +
youth arts nonprofit in Chicago.

Elevated Films Chicago is a not-for-profit corporation whose primary goal is to raise awareness and promote the arts to various Chicago neighborhoods, in a way that is approachable and affordable for everyone. We will be showing independent films in an outdoor venue in various Chicago neighborhoods throughout the summer, promoting Chicago film, neighborhoods, and the arts. The net proceeds from these events will ultimately help support various arts programs and charities throughout Chicago.

01/01/2026

We can’t keep this going without your help. Please donate to support the Become a Filmmaker youth program. These funds directly benefit female-identifying filmmakers from Chicago’s public housing community, providing access, exposure, and experiences that are often out of reach—and truly life-changing.

12/08/2025

Tomorrrow! is turning 30! To celebrate and help them raise funds to keep up their incredible work, we’re co-hosting a one-night-only benefit screening of the film GHOSTLIGHT, featuring a post-show Q&A with the filmmakers and cast.

GHOSTLIGHT stars Rivendell Founders Tara Mallen and Keith Kupferer and has a 99% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes! If you haven’t seen it yet or are excited to see it again, now is your chance to take part in a very special night.

We are such huge fans of this movie, directed by Kelly O’Sullivan and Elevated Films board member Alex Thompson, and filmed in the Chicago area. One of the best things about the Chicago film community is that we are completely spoiled by a wealth of great actors, which wouldn’t be possible without the opportunities they find at theatre ensembles like Rivendell, who constantly bring bold, original, and impactful stories to the stage, with a dedication to women’s stories and also to providing employment for women in the theatre arts.

Help us support Rivendell!
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12/03/2024

Help us elevate independent film together this ! We’ve had so much to be grateful for this year—we hosted films like Omni Loop, with filmmaker Bernardo Britto joining us for a wonderful Q&A, and we expanded to new venues like the amazing . For the first time ever, we hosted a Distribution Roundtable, a candid and open discussion about the state of independent film distribution moderated by , as part of the x Chicago event in June. The youth artists in the Become a Filmmaker program (.depaul.film) exhibited their work at film festivals all over the country, showing at CineYouth ( ), , and Cariño Festival de Cine ()!

Let’s make next year even bigger. Every dollar we raise helps fund hands-on opportunities, industry events like film festivals, mentorships, independent film screening events, and resources for young filmmakers to explore their passions and tell their stories.

Visit elevatedfilmschicago.com/donate to donate today!

11/22/2024

to when we screened THE FLORIDA PROJECT at The Ace Hotel Chicago back in 2017! Directed by Sean Baker and starring Bria Vinaite, Brooklynn Prince, & Willem Dafoe. You can watch the film on Max, and anywhere films can be rented. And be sure to check out Sean Baker’s newest film ANORA, now in theaters!

https://www.anora.film/

09/19/2024

Amazing turnout on Tuesday at for a screening of , with a Q&A from Director and live music from !

09/16/2024

Just announced! Writer/director Bernardo Britto will join us live for a Q&A via zoom! Tomorrow 9/17!

09/12/2024

OMNI LOOP next Tuesday 9/17 at !

RSVP - Free event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/omni-loop-exclusive-advance-screening-free-event-registration-1011495990737?aff=facebook

07/22/2024

Just announced! Director joins us for a live Q&A via zoom immediately following the film! This Thursday, 7/25. Social at 7pm // movie at 8:30pm!

07/17/2024

Next Thursday 7/25 - WHO IS STAN SMITH? at a brand new venue for us, !

06/28/2024

Join us this Sunday 6/30 for an open roundtable discussion about movie distribution! Moderated by Chicago’s own and open to everyone, especially if you have experience distributing a movie in some way. RSVP link in bio. Hosted by as part of x this weekend!

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Chicago, IL
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http://www.elevatedfilmschicago.com/

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