Czechs in Chicago
What the Czechs have done for Chicago...
and what Chicago’s done for the Czechs
Czechs in Chicago, a feature-length documentary for Chicago PBS Television WTTW11, will chronicle the history of the Czech people in the Windy City. Spanning a century and a half of turbulent times, it will show how the Czechs helped build and shape the city - from their immigrant experience settling the Czech neighborhoods, to founding cultural and business institutions, to contributing political and civic leadership. It will tell the story of how an innovative people made Chicago the heart of Czech America, and how Chicago, in turn, empowered them to help establish and aid their homeland, Czechoslovakia. The film will be a permanent legacy for the people of Chicago and for future generations of Czechs everywhere.
Help us Tell the Story of the Chicago Czechs, past and present, by becoming a sponsor of the film. Czechs in Chicago can only be produced with the support of corporations, foundations, and individuals like you.
Award-winning producers Susan Marcinkus and Laurence Jacobs each have over 20 years of experience in the Hollywood filmmaking community.
Manifest Films has partnered with Chicago Filmmakers, a non-profit 501c3 agency that supports independent film production reflecting community diversity. All donations are tax deductible.
For information about how you can become a sponsor or make a contribution,
contact us at info@manifestfilms.tv or call: 708.660.9320.
