Crown Point International Film Festival

Crown Point International Film Festival Crown Point International Film Festival (CPIFF) is a monthly and annual competition for filmmakers. https://filmfreeway.com/CrownPointInternationalFilmFestival

05/31/2026

✨Here are the nominees for Best Picture Feature Film, the highest honor awarded for filmmaking at the Crown Point International Film Festival, representing the best among submissions from over 60 countries in 2025:

• Chinese Whispers directed by Deborah Hadfield (United Kingdom)
• Kulyas 2: Zikr-i Ayin directed by Yunus Şevik (Turkey & US)
• Perpetual Love directed by Danny L Lee (US)
• The Caretaker directed by Luke Tedder (United Kingdom)

These films stood out, earning their place among this year’s top nominees.

One week from tonight, the winners will be announced 👑

Before the winners are revealed, audiences can now experience this year’s Best of Fest nominees during our official screenings this week. See the schedule and secure tickets cpiff.com

05/31/2026

✨Here are the nominees for Best Picture Short Film, the highest honor awarded for short-form filmmaking at the Crown Point International Film Festival, representing the best among submissions from over 60 countries in 2025:

• LUCY'S LAST SONG directed by Raul Rosco Guerrero (US)
• Night of Resolutions directed by Dylan Gouze (Canada)
• This Is Book Club directed by Robyn Okrant (US)
• Where The Shadows Wait directed by Riley Robbins (US)

These films stood out, earning their place among this year’s top nominees.

The road to the Crown Awards begins. Today is opening day for our screenings leading into the live Crown Awards ceremony on June 7 in Chicago, where the winners will be revealed.👑

05/30/2026

1 week until the Crown Awards.

We’re almost there. A year of competition leads to one night where the nominees come together and the winners are revealed live.

Who will take home the crowns?

Join us in Chicago and be part of the energy in the room as we celebrate the films, the performances, and the filmmakers behind them.

Virtual screenings begin tomorrow leading into the Crown Awards on June 7 at the Logan Theatre.

Tickets available at cpiff.com.

05/29/2026

Drama at the feature level allows stories to unfold with depth, character development, and emotional weight.

Here are the nominees for Best Drama Feature Film, representing the best among submissions from over 60 countries in 2025:

• Under My Skin directed by Pascal Tessaud (France)
• A Farewell To Youth directed by Adam Jack (Canada)
• Exit Interviews directed by Garrett Abdo (US)
• Chinese Whispers directed by Deborah Hadfield (United Kingdom)

Each of these films presents a compelling narrative, supported by strong performances and thoughtful storytelling.

Join us for our virtual screenings May 31 – June 6 and the Crown Awards on June 7 in Chicago. Tickets available at cpiff.com.

05/28/2026

Drama in short form relies on precision, where every moment carries weight and meaning.

Here are the nominees for Best Drama Short Film, representing the best among submissions from over 60 countries in 2025:

• Night of Resolutions directed by Dylan Gouze (Canada)
• Lucy's Last Song directed by Raul Rosco Guerrero (US)
• Dante's Inferno – The Ascension directed by Sofian Francis (United Kingdom)
• Sugar Dumplin directed by Tristan Barrocks (Canada)

Each of these films delivers strong performances and focused storytelling, creating a meaningful impact within a short runtime.

Join us for our virtual screenings May 31 – June 6 and the Crown Awards on June 7 in Chicago. Tickets available at cpiff.com.

05/27/2026

Horror thrives on atmosphere, tension, and the ability to create a lasting sense of unease.

Here are the nominees for Best Horror Feature Film, representing the best among submissions from over 60 countries in 2025:

• Kulyas 2: Zikr-i Ayin directed by Yunus Şevik (Turkey)
• The Caretaker directed by Luke Tedder (United Kingdom)
• Blooders Chapter 1 directed by Shivam Kohli (India)
• Death Comes Calling directed by Stew Replogle (US)

Each of these films builds a distinct tone and delivers a compelling experience within the horror genre.

Join us for our virtual screenings May 31 – June 6 and the Crown Awards on June 7 in Chicago. Tickets available at cpiff.com.

05/26/2026

Atmosphere and tension are essential in horror, where every moment builds toward impact.

Here are the nominees for Best Horror Short Film, representing the best among submissions from over 60 countries in 2025:

• Quench directed by Ande Case (United Kingdom)
• Come the Nightfall directed by Tom Michaels (US)
• The Lights directed by Barnabus Walsh (United Kingdom)
• Red directed by Borja Ros (Spain)

Each of these films creates a distinct sense of suspense, delivering strong horror elements within a short format.

Join us for our virtual screenings May 31 – June 6 and the Crown Awards on June 7 in Chicago. Tickets available at cpiff.com.

05/25/2026

Comedy at the feature level requires strong pacing, character, and a distinct voice to carry humor throughout.

Here are the nominees for Best Comedy Feature Film, representing the best among submissions from over 60 countries in 2025:

• Rules of Living directed by Greg Dale (Japan)
• J Double O directed by Hubert Boorder (Canada)
• Duck Rabbit directed by Michael Alexander Lee (US)
• Sanguine Teeth on a Driftless Road directed by Austin Galante (US)

Each of these films brings a unique comedic approach, balancing storytelling and humor across a full-length format.

Join us for our virtual screenings May 31 – June 6 and the Crown Awards on June 7 in Chicago. Tickets available at cpiff.com.

05/24/2026

✨We’re getting close. The nominees are set, and the anticipation continues to build as we approach a night dedicated to celebrating outstanding work from around the world.

In just two weeks, the winners will be revealed live and the crowns will be awarded.
Be part of the moment and experience it in the room.

Virtual screenings begin May 31, leading into the Crown Awards on June 7 at the Logan Theatre.

🎟Tickets available at cpiff.com.

05/24/2026

Comedy in short form relies on timing, originality, and the ability to connect quickly with an audience.

Here are the nominees for Best Comedy Short Film, representing the best among submissions from over 60 countries in 2025:

• The Christmas Hitlist directed by Jonathan Andrew Nettleton (US)
• A Strange Trip directed by Mike L. Hall (US)
• Game Night – Uno directed by Daniel Joseph Ford (US)
• Swing to Love directed by Sion Tudor Owen (US)

Each of these films delivers humor and creativity in a compact format, making a strong impression in a short runtime.

Join us for our virtual screenings May 31 – June 6 and the Crown Awards on June 7 in Chicago. Tickets available at cpiff.com.

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