Sandy Film Festival

We’re baaaaackkkk!

Join us for a celebration of art and community at the 2nd annual Sandy Fest at @blancgallerychicago, a warm, intimate setting perfect for film lovers, creatives, and community members.

The evening kicks off at 6 PM with a welcoming reception featuring delicious bites and a special live musical performance—mysterious for now…😈

Experience two international short film screenings presented gallery-style, offering an immersive and contemplative atmosphere.

• Light bites to enjoy throughout the evening
• A surprise musical performance to set the mood
• A relaxing, meaningful night dedicated to celebrating storytelling, culture, and cinema as therapy

Info: Vasomotor Rhinitis, directed by Mikheil Gabaidze Nominated for Best Short category.

Based on Anton Chekov’s “Death of a Civil Servant”, the film's main character sneezes in a concert hall and puts a high-ranking official in an embarrassing situation. Despite apologizing, the main character feels a slavish fear that ultimately proves fatal to the man's life.

Info: Vas Mar, directed by Ni Ma Tabandeh Nominated for Best Short category.

Nowruz (the Iranian New Year) is near. An old man is busy preparing for Spring, but his wife keeps grumbling that she will die soon. A sudden incident forces the old woman to decide whether to continue to live hopelessly or finish the old man's work.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Blanc, 4445 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Chicago, United States

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