Chicago International Film Festival
📍 Chicago, USA · October
About
Longest-running competitive film festival in North America
Prestigious international competition; strong launchpad for both features and Academy-qualifying shorts.
Oscar-qualifying
Yes — Live Action, Animated & Documentary Short. Winning the relevant award here can make a film eligible for Academy Award consideration — confirm the exact category and current rules on the festival's official site.
Heads up: deadlines and entry fees change every cycle. This listing's volatile details are rated high confidence — always confirm on the official site before you submit. Spot something out of date? Suggest an edit.
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