2026 Student Silent Film Festival
Schedule
Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 06:45 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Tivoli Theater | Downers Grove, IL
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oin us Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 6:45 pm and step into a world where local high schools unveil contemporary silent cinematic gems—crafted by their brightest student filmmakers from the following schools:• Hillcrest High School — Witch’s Game
• Homewood-Flossmoor High School — The Silence Between Us
• Huntley High School — A Deal with Fate
• Lake Forest High School — When We Look Up
• Maine East High School — Video Killed the Radio Star
• Maine South High School — Illusion of Control
• Mundelein High School — Vanishing Act
• Neuqua Valley High School — King of Hearts
• Oak Forest High School — Final Deal
• Tinley Park High School — Missing
• Vernon Hills High School — Indeafinitely
• Lyons Township High School — The Master Deck
Experience a captivating celebration of contemporary silent films—stories told without dialogue, powered by visual storytelling, bold editing, and pure creativity. This year’s lineup spans genres from gripping dramas to one standout comedy, all created by Chicago-area high school filmmakers.
Come support these students, vote for your favorites, and celebrate silent cinema reimagined for today. You’ll walk out inspired (and probably a little jealous you didn’t make something this cool in high school).
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Where is it happening?
Tivoli Theater, 5017 Highland Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515-3626, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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