A monthly meetup and online community for filmmakers in Chicago to network and share work.

The Chicago Film Club is a monthly meetup and Google group featuring over 250 members from the local film scene. Its primary goal is to unite filmmakers of diverse backgrounds in a safe, accepting environment that fosters collaboration and produces higher quality work. The organization operates through two main channels: an email list designed to help artists find collaborators or production needs while maintaining community standards against spam, and a monthly in-person or Zoom gathering. During these meetups, members host the session in their homes with snacks and beverages, facilitated by a host and a moderator. The core activity involves the group viewing a work-in-progress together followed by approximately twenty minutes of discussion and questions, with the depth of conversation determined by the creator. The club also maintains a presence on Clubhouse, an invitation-only audio platform, where members network, discuss local businesses, share ideas, and talk about favorite films. To become a member and participate in these events, interested individuals are encouraged to contact the group directly.