Animals is the story of a young Chicago couple (Prisoners‘ David Dastmalchian, who co-wrote, and Kim Shaw) who exist somewhere between homelessness and the fantasy life they imagine for themselves. Though they masterfully con and steal in an attempt to stay one step ahead of their addiction, they are ultimately forced to face the reality of their situation and decide if true love can prevail in the face of all else.

“By letting the troubles creep in, Schiffli’s accomplished first feature makes [their] conundrum both accessible and intimately unsettling at once.” - Eric Kohn, Indiewire

“The details ring true and the performances are compelling in this indie drama. Dastmalchian and Shaw are thoroughly convincing both as vividly drawn, emotionally complex individuals…” - Joe Leydon, Variety

“Grimy and sad but not sensationalistic, the debut feature is like Drugstore Cowboy drained of its hipness and sex appeal…” - John DeFore, The Hollywood Reporter

Official Selection – SXSW, Chicago Critics Film Festival

Animals
Drama – NR – 90 min – Tickets $9 – Get tickets online
Fri, May 15: 7:00, 9:00 p.m.
Sat, May 16: 7:00, 9:00
Sun, May 17: 5:00, 7:00
Mon, May 18: 7:00, 9:00
Tues, May 19: 7:00, 9:00
Weds, May 20: 7:00, 9:00
Thurs, May 21: 7:00, 9:00