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Chiaroscuro International Film Series

Connecting world cultures, promoting greater understanding of diverse peoples, and celebrating the universal human spirit through exceptional international cinema.

Everyone is welcome for Sunday afternoons of film, food, and cultural exchange. The series offers an engaging way to experience the world without leaving town.

Season 2020

Programs begin at 2:00PM - Free and Open to the Public

In partnership with the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts (UICA) in their state of the art theatre in downtown Grand Rapids, 2 West Fulton.

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2020 Theme: Together

This season, Chiaroscuro proudly partners with

Grand Rapids Sister Cities International

Together = Juntos (in Spanish); Razem (in Polish); 一緒に (in Japanese); Insieme (in Italian); Ekomefeemo (in Ga)

Presenting a selection of award-winning films from

Mexico, Poland, Japan, Italy, and Ghana.

Sister cities: Zapopan, Mexico; Bielsko-Biala, Poland; Omihachiman, Japan; Perugia, Italy;

and Ga District, Ghana.

www.grsistercities.org

WHAT WE DO

The Chiaroscuro International Film Series is a non-profit cultural and educational organization that fosters a deeper understanding of world cultures through the medium of film. Chiaroscuro enriches the West Michigan cultural landscape by presenting films in a setting that encourages discussion and enjoyment through a shared social experience.

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