The Chicago Short Comedy Video and Film Festival

Friday, July 24
Chicago Cultural Center Theater
78 E. Washington Street

The festival that showcases comedy shorts made by Chicago filmmakers, now in its 12th year, and featuring a great line-up of hilarious films!

This is the festival that focuses on the outstanding talents of Chicago’s comedy and filmmaking community. Thirty-nine short comedy films will be screened during the two shows of the event; the shows are at 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Among the many accomplished actors and improvisors featured in the films are: Megan Grano, Hans Holsen, Brad Morris, Emily Wilson, and members of the troupes Schadenfreude and Stir Friday Night.

A jury of Chicagoans prominent in the comedy and filmmaking communities and the media will rate the films, and their top choice will receive the Best of the Festival Award and a prize of $2,500 in editing software from sponsor Avid Technology, Inc.

Shows on July 24 at 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. – Admission price is $10 per show (See bottom of page for details)

7:00 P.M. SHOW

Surprise, Dick and Hyman Productions, 1 min.
Well, not really.

Facebook Bullies, Direct Sunlight Productions, 6 min.
With friends like these…

Getting Dirty, Brandon Davis, 2 min.
Informal dining.

Botnik!, Calabash Animation, 10 min.
When you need help to be hip.

Ask Me Again, Megan Grano, 2 min.
Or alternatively, S.T.F.U.

McGinty & McGinty, Jason Nebergall, 2-1/2 min.
Double trouble.

Triscuits, Steve Delahoyde and Wakiza Gamez, 1 min.
Not Grammy nominated.

The Realtor, Bill Baykan, 2-1/2 min.
He needs a new pitch.

Yogi Yoseph, Joseph Martinez, Tim Musho, and James Gustin, 2 min.
A pilates pilot (without a license).

Buying Time, Keith Waller and Kara Norton, 1-1/2 min.
A timely conversation piece.

Get In Get Out, Elliot Dickerhoof, 8-1/2 min.
L’amour fou.

Wiener Wars, Peter Casey, 1 min.
A seagull/sausage saga.

Robot Roommate, Funtime Comedy, 4-1/2 min.
Even androids have their faults.

Bail Out, Monique Madrid and Corey Rittmaster, 2-1/2 min.
A new form of Dutch treat.

Burritos, Steve Delahoyde and Wakiza Gamez, 2-1/2 min.
A Hollywood dream.

Paint Crew, Dave Belden, 4 min.
Slobs have more fun.

Action City Bathroom, Joe Avella and Matt Kelley, 5 min.
It’s where it’s happening, man!

Dog Talk, Daniel Kibblesmith, 2 min.
Where’d you put my bone?

Classical Crazies, Monsters from the id productions, 4 min.
Why did Franz Liszt cross the road?

9:00 P.M. SHOW

How to Survive the New Depression, Tip #43, Steve Delahoyde, 1 min.
When you’re down and out…

Appliance Night Out, Peter Casey, 3 min.
The ultimate spin cycle.

Hammers, Steve Delahoyde and Wakiza Gamez , 30 sec.
HANDYMAN vs. handyman.

The Big Take Out, One Two Three, 5-1/2 min.
A brutal tale.

I Am a Fine Porn Star, Dale Chapman, 2-1/2 min.
Such a wholesome bunch.

Jim With a J, Brian Billow, 5 min.
Excitement beyond belief!

Jones’ Big Ass Truck Rental and Storage, Big Dog Eat Child, 1-1/2 min.
Our company’s motto: “Yeah, whatever.”

What Happens on Clark Street, Lakewood Manor Players, 3-1/2 min.
It’s not real ‘til it shows up on Facebook!

T-Shirt Hurt, Stir Friday Night and Dale Chapman, 4-1/2 min.
Watch what you wear around him.

The Best Screenplay in the World, Joseph Martinez, Tim Musho, and James Gustin, 3 min.
Citizen Kane pales by comparison.

How to Get Rid of a Stalker, John Cuneo and Derek Devine, 7-1/2 min.
Without really trying.

The Illusioness, WC Productions, 1-1/2 min.
David Copperfield she’s not.

Alone Again, Justin Allen, 3-1/2 min.
A suburban sob story.

Special Needs, Scott Smith, 5 min.
Whatever turns you on.

How to Survive the New Depression, Tip #28, Steve Delahoyde, 1 min.
Dare to be daring!

Civil War Soda, Mike Betette, Phillip Mottaz, and George Eckart, 3 min.
Changing the course of history.

Dante, Lou Ann Franicich, 2-1/2 min.
The sacrifices made for art!

Skymall Christmas, Daniel Kibblesmith, 2 min.
Santa’s wish list.

Voicemail, Funtime Comedy, 3-1/2 min.
Of beeps and creeps.

Wheelchair Werewolf, Joe Avella, 2-1/2 min.
What has two wheels and fangs?

Festival Coordinators:
M.T. Cozzola and James Gustin

Produced by Marion Sours, Wits' End Productions, (312) 642-2156

Partnering Sponsor:

Tickets available for both shows at The Chicago Cultural Center Theater, 78 E. Washington, on the day of the festival only (box office opens at 3 p.m. on that day). The box office is located at the door of the Theater on the second floor of the Center. Cash sales only. Phone reservations accepted at: (312) 458-9643. Parking: Grant Park North Garage (enter from Michigan Ave. between Washington and Madison) or Millennium Park Garage (enter from Columbus Drive).

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