Staff Reports | Happenings & Events
The Chandler International Film Festival is returning for its ninth annual film festival.
The event is from Jan. 24 through Feb. 2, 2025 at LOOK Dine-in Cinema, 1 W. Chandler Blvd. in Chandler, and will feature over 150 films making their Arizona debut.
“The Chandler International Film Festival is a celebration of creativity, culture and community, bringing together filmmakers and audiences from around the world to experience the power of storytelling, right here in Arizona,” said Mitesh Patel, CIFF president and festival director.
“With an incredible lineup of film screenings, events, and networking opportunities, this festival promises to inspire all who attend.”
This year, CIFF anticipates over 10,000 attendees, from Arizona and across the globe. Previous noteworthy attendees include Rob Schneider, Michelle Rodriguez, Dean Norris, Eric Roberts, Sean Young, and many more industry experts.
The 10-day festival will celebrate various multi-cultural days with different dedicated themes centering Asian, Indian, Pan-African, Latino, and Western cultures. Guests can enjoy a variety of programming throughout the week including nightly after parties in Downtown Chandler, workshops with industry professionals, panel discussions, networking opportunities, celebrity appearances, a Hollywood-style red carpet, and an award ceremony.
This year, Chandler International Film Festival is introducing ‘Sponsor a Screen,’ wherein companies passionate about the growing film industry in Arizona can sponsor a film screening.
