March 25, 2026 5:30 pm
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“Films in Competition 2”: 64th Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival

Mar. 24–29. The oldest and one of the most prestigious avant-garde film festivals in North America, showcasing a wide range of new experimental and independent films, highlights both Ukrainian and LGBTQ+ filmmakers this year. Tickets: $15 per screening; $70–$100 for weekend passes; $105$185 for passes for the entire festival, including the opening night party & all film screenings. Online and combo online/in-person passes also available. Discounts for members, seniors, and students. Early bird discounts for tickets purchased by Feb. 28. All screenings at the Michigan Theater unless otherwise noted. All tickets and passes available both at the AAFF desk inside the Michigan Theater and online at aafilmfest.org. 

Mar. 25: 

“Films in Competition 2.” Experimental and documentary shorts. Topics include the invisible fallout of war, the history of Chicago experimental film, a meditation on what would happen if fountains could speak, and more. 5:30 p.m.

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