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Welcome to the Central Illinois Film Commission.
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The Central Illinois Film Commission

is a membership-supported non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting central Illinois as a historical and film-friendly region, attracting projects to our area, and supporting local projects and talent.

We Serve:

  • Film
  • Television
  • Video
  • Photography
  • Documentary
  • Music Video

We Support:

  • Talent
  • Servces
  • Experiences
Leadership

Leadership

Over 120 Years in the Entertainment Industry

Dean Williams

President, Photographer

Still photographer for more than 165 major motion picture and television productions.

Jim Betts

Set Designer

Former Paramount Studios™ Head of Set Construction and Painting.

Dr. Karl Luthin, DVM

Props, Wrangler

Over 30 years providing horses, wagons, livery, and props to the motion picture industry.

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Work

Work

A few examples of project in which CIFC Members participated either in front of or behind the camera.

Lights in the Rear View Mirror

Lights in the Rear View Mirror

An educational video shown to high school driver education classes in the state of Illinois as mandated by the Illinois General Assembly.

View on Youtube

Roosevelt

A commercial production introducing the Teddy Roosevelt commemorative stamp.

I See Deer

A live-action and partially animated children's music video.
Photos by Ron RT McDonald.

View on Youtube

Congratulations to the 4H Illinois State Fair Video Winners!

 
Isla Calderon
Isla Calderon
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Perry County
Day 1: Animated Video

Emry Chapman
Emry Chapman
 

McClean County
Day 1: Short Story or Narrative

Colin Weber
Colin Weber
 

Hancock County
Day 2: Documentary

Nellie Schout
Nellie Schout
 

Coles County
Day 3: Short Story or Narrative


Special thanks to our Board Member, Diana Dugan for offering the CIFC Membership the opportunity to volunteer as judges for this year's State Fair event.
Stay tuned here and on our facebook page for more community volunteer opportunities.

Membership

Membership

All memberships expire with the calendar year.

Store

Store

New Online Store Coming Soon!

To order merchandise, please call Customer Service at +1 217 529 1555.

Black Polo Shirt

Men's UltraClub Cool & Dry Mesh Polo Shirt (Black or White)

Look and be cool with our stylish polo with the CIFC logo on the front.
S-XL - $20.00
2-3XL - $25.00.

White Tee Shirt

T-Shirt - Gildan DryBlend 50/50 (White or Black)

For a great cooler casual look, try the Gildan® DryBlend™ 50/50 T-Shirt in White or Black with the CIFC logo on back.
All adult sizes - $15.00

Logo Hats

Logo Ball Cap (Black or White)

Proudly wear the Central Illinois Film Commission Logo ball cap wherever you go!
One size fits most - $15.00.

Lincoln's Funeral DVD

Lincoln's Funeral DVD

This video captures the sights, sounds, and experiences of the historic 3-day event which recreated Lincoln's funeral. You can own a copy of the DVD which chronicles this once-in-a-lifetime event.
DVD - $24.95 + S&H

A Beatle in Benton DVD

A Beatle in Benton

A documentary of Beatles' lead guitarist George Harrison's first US visit to Benton, Illinois to visit his sister, Louise Harrison-Caldwell. Contains exclusive interviews.
2-DVD Set - $24.95 + S&H

The Showdown DVD

The Showdown DVD

A US Marshal on a mission to reunite his family finds nothing but trouble after settling in a small Texas town. Shot in Central Illinois with mostly CIFC members.
DVD - $24.95 + S&H

Contact

Contact

We'd love to hear from you!

Meet

The Dublin Pub
 
 

Email

info@centralillinoisfilmcommission.com
 
 

Call

+1 217 725 1187
 
 

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