Ana the Cleaner to Screen Again in Chicago
The Chicago International Film Festival will host a third screening of the comedic thriller on October 24, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Comedy
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Following a sold-out premiere, the Chicago International Film Festival is adding a third screening of the comedic thriller "Ana the Cleaner" at AMC Newcity on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The film is currently nominated for the festival's Chicago Award.
Why it matters
Director Guy Bauer independently financed the project to explore creative storytelling outside the confines of his 16-year career in commercial advertising. The added screening reflects strong audience interest in the local production.
Principal photography for the film lasted 16 days across Chicago, Oak Park, and Barrington. The production is now nominated for the festival's Chicago Award.
The players
Guy Bauer
He is a director and agency owner who has spent 16 years working in the commercial advertising industry.
Chicago International Film Festival
This is an annual cinematic event that showcases domestic and international films in the Chicago area.
AMC Newcity
This is a movie theater located in Chicago that serves as a venue for the film festival.
The details
Guy Bauer directed and independently financed this comedic thriller through his agency to pursue a narrative project. The production team completed filming in just over two weeks across several regional locations.
Timeline
Principal photography occurred from late February to early March 2026.
The Chicago International Film Festival screenings take place in October 2026.
Tickets for the Saturday screening go on sale at 9 a.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
A screening is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
The third screening takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at AMC Newcity.
Industry Dynamics
The screening follows the festival's long-standing tradition of highlighting local projects through the Chicago Award. This nomination positions the film within the established competitive framework of the regional festival circuit.
Fans can purchase tickets for the newly added screening starting at 9 a.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The film will also be showcased at upcoming festival events in St. Louis and Utah.
The takeaway
Independent filmmakers often leverage niche festival circuits to build momentum before securing wider distribution deals. Audiences interested in local cinema should monitor festival portals closely following a sold-out premiere.
What happens next
Tickets for the added screening on October 24, 2026, go on sale to the public at 9 a.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Further reading
Find more local production updates in the Chicago Comedy section.
More information
To purchase seats for the upcoming screening, visit the Chicago International Film Festival ticket portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
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