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Chicago, United States · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
Texture is a small Chicago film screening event centered on boundary-pushing works shown as 16mm film prints, rather than digitally projected films. It is notable for its film-on-film presentation and its focus on experimental and documentary shorts, giving it a niche place in Chicago’s underground and experimental film scene.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
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