Fodor's Expert Review Cleveland International Film Festival
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Cleveland's celluloid appeal is apparent in big Hollywood films, such as the 2003 release American Splendor and the 1978 classic Deerhunter, and its film appreciation is equally robust, as 50,000 film-festival attendees prove every year. Tower City Cinemas serves as the festival's headquarters. Feature films, as well as short programs that showcase local and international directors, play throughout the two-week event.