The 44th Chicago International Film Festival gets under way Thursday, and it has all kinds of treats in store for movie lovers during its run, through Oct. 29. Actress Rachel Weisz and director Rian Johnson will be in town for the screening of their new film, "The Brothers Bloom," which will kick off the festival at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Harris Theater, 205 E. Randolph. Tickets to opening night are $30-$40. Tickets for screenings are $7-$12. Festival passes also are available. Call (312) 332-3456 or visit www.chicagofilmfestival.com for complete schedule and prices. Academy Award winner Sidney Poitier will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Black Perspectives Tribute on Oct. 18 at Chase Auditorium, 10 S. Dearborn. Tickets for the event, which include the post-tribute reception at Chase Auditorium, are $150 each.
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