Milwaukee Film

Theater Community Celebrates Life of John Kishline

Longtime actor and playwright lauded with praise, tears and laughter at Next Act Theatre.

Film Wisconsin Office Awarded $1 Million in Tax Credits to 6 Productions

'UECK, a documentary about Bob Uecker, among those funded by new state office.

Wisconsin Movie Theaters Hail ‘Rebound Year’ of Box Office Hits

Hollywood blockbusters driving audiences to Marcus Theaters, Milwaukee Film, other venues.

Milwaukee Film Festival Grows, But Still Far From Pre-COVID Peak

2026 attendance climbs to 36,922 as the nonprofit rebuilds after cuts and leadership change.

Cinco de Mayo Collides With Fastest Two Minutes in Sports

Plus: A Gaming Hoopla for good?

Don’t Miss These Milwaukee-Made Films at the 2026 Film Festival

From Pat McCurdy to youth shorts, here are all the Milwaukee-made films and when to see them.

Summer Fun Returns to Deer District With Music, Movies and Community Events, Presented by Deer District BID 53

“Beacons of Brew City” Documentary Debuts June 16 in Milwaukee

Pride Month project honor the lifetime contributions of eight local LGBTQ elders

Riverwest Radio Community Partners with Milwaukee Film for STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE!, New Documentary on Independent Journalist Amy Goodman

Amy Goodman and filmmakers Carl Deal & Tia Lessin to appear in person for May 10 screening and Q&A at the Oriental Theatre, moderated by Xav Leplae of Riverwest Radio

“My Brother’s Killer” Criminologist Revisits Kenosha Cold Case

Investigator seeks answers to 1983 murder of Eric Hansen

2026 Milwaukee Film Festival to Open with World Premiere of Bob Uecker Documentary; Festival Centerpiece and Closing Film Announced

2026 Milwaukee Film Festival to Open with World Premiere of Bob Uecker Documentary; Festival Centerpiece and Closing Film Announced

Milwaukee Film Announces Cream City Cinema Program Lineup at 2026 Milwaukee Film Festival

The 18th annual Milwaukee Film Festival (MFF26) will run April 16-30, 2026