“Season’s Screenings” Film Series at the Oriental Theatre Showcases a Variety of Holiday Classics
Milwaukee Film’s winter programming features dozens of favorite holiday movies
Nov 13th, 2024Milwaukee Film November Programming Features Keanuthon, Powell & Pressburger Retrospective, and Live Mariachi Performance
Milwaukee Film partners with the Milwaukee Art Museum to bring director Robert Longo, and Latino Arts to bring a live mariachi performance to the Oriental Theatre
Oct 29th, 2024Milwaukee Film Announces Full List of Post-Film Panels and Q&As at 2024 Dialogues Documentary Festival
The inaugural Dialogues Documentary Festival begins this Thursday, September 26th and runs through Sunday, September 29th
Sep 25th, 2024Milwaukee Film October Programming Features Vampires, Election-Prep, Musical Experiences, and More
October at the Oriental Theatre brings Bite Club, Democracy Docs, and Rocktober film series, as well as meaningful partnerships with Sojourner Family Peace Center and the Zilber Family Foundation
Sep 23rd, 2024Milwaukee Film Announces Lineup of Films in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month 2024
Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 films to play at the Oriental Theatre this October
Aug 26th, 2024Celebrate Pride and Prep for Paris Olympics with Milwaukee Film Programming this Summer!
Milwaukee Film invites audiences to celebrate LGBTQIA+ stories for a packed weekend of Pride programming, and to prep for the 2024 Summer Olympics with a week of classic sports films
Jun 6th, 2024The 2024 Milwaukee Film Festival Wraps Up with Exciting News and Numbers: Unveiling Festival Award Winners and a Significant Leadership Update
Anne Reed to become full-time CEO of Milwaukee Film; $35,000 in awards to be delivered to filmmakers near and far
May 2nd, 2024Milwaukee Film Brings Unique Series to the Historic Oriental Theatre This Spring
The Alfred Hitchcock Retrospective returns to the Oriental Theatre, accompanied by “Cool Moms” in May and “Hot Dads” in June
Apr 29th, 2024Milwaukee Film to Take Over Operations of Historic Downer Theatre this Spring
Mar 5th, 2024
Milwaukee Film To Screen Wildcat at the Oriental Theatre this May with Writer/Director Ethan Hawke in Attendance
Four-time Academy Award® nominee Ethan Hawke will attend two screenings of his 2023 feature Wildcat for post-film Q&A on 5/18 and 5/19
Mar 1st, 2024Milwaukee Film Announces Leap Day Flash Sale for Discounted MFF24 Ticket Packages and Passes, Also Offers Sneak Peek at Festival Programming
MFF returns this spring, April 11-25th, 2024 for “Sweet Sixteen” edition
Feb 29th, 2024Jonathan Jackson Leaves Milwaukee Film After 16 Years
Anne Reed selected to serve as Interim CEO
Jan 9th, 2024Milwaukee Film Announces Programming for Black History Month 2024
Milwaukee Film’s annual Black History Month program presents films which focus on Black voices and experiences
Jan 5th, 2024Milwaukee Film Announces Jury-Selected Recipients of 2023 Forward Fund Awards
Milwaukee Film’s 2023 Forward Fund awards pool of over $100,000 in cash and film production resources to 11 total projects headed by local filmmakers
Dec 12th, 2023Milwaukee Film Celebrates Increase of In-Person Attendance by 58% at The 2023 Milwaukee Film Festival and Honors its 2023 Audience Award-Winning Films
Milwaukee Film is also pleased to announce the dates for the 16th annual Milwaukee Film Festival, which is set to occur April 11-25, 2024.
May 10th, 2023Milwaukee Film and PBS Wisconsin to Host Premiere of LGBTQ+ History Documentary Wisconsin Pride
Gala event to include the film's cast and crew, as well as gay rights leaders from across the state
May 9th, 2023Milwaukee Film to Host Tribute Dinner to Chicago’s Revolutionary Chef Charlie Trotter on Monday, May 1, Featuring Two-time James Beard Winner Chef Paul Bartolotta at Bacchus – A Bartolotta Restaurant
Featuring a five-course meal with five pairings inspired by the film “Love, Charlie: The Rise and Fall of Chef Charlie Trotter,” showing at The 2023 Milwaukee Film Festival
Apr 26th, 2023Milwaukee Film Festival Returns to In-Person Screenings at Local Venues
Five cinema screens and one virtual screen to feature 200+ films in a new hybrid format
Mar 8th, 2022Milwaukee Film’s Oriental Theatre to Reopen Friday, Aug. 20
Non-profit cultural institution thrilled to welcome moviegoers back to their beloved movie palace.
Jul 19th, 2021Milwaukee Film Hires Alida Harper Trocke to New Culture & Talent Director Role
Local nonprofit film organization brings new HR director on board as culture leader.
Jun 24th, 2021Milwaukee Film Announces Dates for 2022 Festival
The 2022 Milwaukee Film Festival to be held April 21 through May 5
Jun 8th, 2021Milwaukee Film Dedicates February to Black History Month
All virtual films and events opening for Milwaukee Film during February will focus on Black voices and experiences for its Black History Month programming, presented by Molson Coors
Jan 12th, 2021More than $650K Awarded to Date: Milwaukee Film Opens Applications for Brico Forward Fund
Annual granting program supports Milwaukee filmmakers by providing funds and resources to projects
Aug 4th, 2020Film Fans Turn Out in Record Numbers for 2019 Milwaukee Film Festival
Audience award winners include documentaries on Toni Morrison, Molly Ivins
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Oct 29th, 2019Milwaukee Film Doubles Cash Support for Brico Forward Fund Winners
Global filmmakers and local champions recognized at annual Filmmaker Awards Brunch
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Sep 17th, 2019Milwaukee Film Expands Festival Footprint
Cedarburg and the Third Ward Neighborhoods Added. Rivoli Theatre and Broadway Theatre Center Join as New Film Venues
Jul 25th, 20192019 Milwaukee Film Festival Ticket Packages and Passes on Sale This Week
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May 28th, 2019Historic Pipe Organ at Milwaukee Film’s Oriental Theatre to Bring Back Some Movie Magic
Milwaukee Film has secured a 1925 Wurlitzer, which is currently being prepared for future installation
May 9th, 2019Milwaukee Film Launches Next Phase of Restoration at Historic Oriental Theatre
All phase-two projects are scheduled to be complete before the 2019 Milwaukee Film Festival.
Apr 23rd, 2019Pioneers: First Women Filmmakers Celebrates Silent Era Trailblazers
Local musicians to perform contemporary, newly composed scores at two-day event
Mar 7th, 2019Remembering Bill Haberman
Our hearts are with Bill's wife Carmen,their family, and the innumerable Milwaukeeans that Bill impacted throughout his life.
Mar 5th, 2019Milwaukee Film Achieves $10 Million Fundraising Goal
While the campaign enjoyed support from over 900 contributors, several highly committed philanthropists supported the campaign through generous lead donations.
Feb 26th, 20192019 Milwaukee Film Festival Dates Announced
Film submissions for the annual event are now being accepted
Jan 15th, 2019Milwaukee Film Announces Take A Seat Campaign
Allan H. (Bud) and Suzanne L. Selig launch a $1.5 million challenge match
Oct 19th, 2018Netflix Star DeWanda Wise, Journalist Touré, and New York Times Editor Aisha Harris Headline Black Lens Events
The 2018 Milwaukee Film Festival will take place from October 18 - November 1.
Oct 15th, 2018Milwaukee Film Announce Guests at 10th Annual Festival
Oscar winner John Ridley and Emmy winning actress Felicity Huffman to appear on panel in partnership with Nō Studios; Netflix star DeWanda Wise, rapper Speech, and 100+ guests attending the festival
Oct 11th, 2018Milwaukee Film Makes Tremendous Strides In Gender Representation at Film Festival
47.05% of feature films at the festival are directed by women; a 19% increase in a single year. A total of 142 films at this year’s festival are directed by women
Sep 28th, 2018Over $800,000 in New and Increased Sponsorship Raised for 10th Annual Milwaukee Film Festival
The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation and The Yabuki Family Foundation join 31 new sponsors. This is the largest increase in cash and in-kind support in the organization’s history.
Sep 25th, 2018Cream City Cinema Showcases Region’s Diverse Filmmaking Talent
HBO presents new Cream City Cinema Emerging Voices Award to accelerate a local filmmaker’s career
Sep 20th, 2018Big Stars, Oscar Winners, and Locals Enter the Spotlight at 10th Annual Milwaukee Film Festival
Sundance & SXSW Festival Favorite, directed by Milwaukee native, selected for Opening Night. Filmmakers are scheduled to attend Opening Night, Centerpiece, and Closing Night films
Sep 13th, 2018Cine Sin Fronteras Line-Up Marked by Themes of History and Celebration
Birds of Passage, Colombia’s Foreign Language Oscar selection, to be featured
Sep 11th, 2018Milwaukee Filmmaker Alliance and Northwestern Mutual Partner to Spotlight Growing Industries
Northwestern Mutual will be investing in the local area filmmaking economy by tapping members of the MFA to develop videos that highlight the Milwaukee area’s growing and vibrant tech industry.
Sep 10th, 201810th Annual Milwaukee Film Festival Boasts Three New Program Categories
Six films are slated to make their world premieres at the festival this fall
Aug 23rd, 2018Milwaukee Motorcycle Film Festival Welcomes Harley-Davidson Motor Co™
Milwaukee Film celebrates the Harley-Davidson 115th Anniversary through film
Aug 9th, 2018Oriental Theatre to Host World Premiere of Definitive Betty White Documentary
Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner, The Miseducation of Cameron Post, coming soon
Aug 8th, 20182018 Brico Forward Fund Application Now Open
The deadline to apply is 11:59pm on Sunday, September 9, 2018 and winners will be announced during the 2018 Milwaukee Film Festival.
Jul 23rd, 2018RZA: Live From the 36th Chamber
Milwaukee Film members can purchase tickets for $36 beginning Wednesday, July 18 at 9AM
Jul 17th, 2018Milwaukee Film Hires Sara Meaney to New Chief Marketing Officer Role
Organization appoints four new board members, including chancellor of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Mark Mone, and president of Marquette University, Michael Lovell
Feb 28th, 20182018 Milwaukee Film Festival Opens Call For Entries
Free Entry for All Films; Festival Offers To Pay for Work That Is Screened
Jan 11th, 2018Milwaukee Film Celebrates 10th Anniversary; Announces 2018 Festival Dates
Festival organizers hope the later dates will expand programming opportunities.
Dec 7th, 2017Milwaukee’s Film Industry is Bigger Than Beer
Film industry grew by 10% (2010-2015); double the rate of local economy
Nov 10th, 2017Record-breaking Milwaukee Film Festival Attendance; 9% Increase to 84,702
The Blood is at the Doorstep wins Allan H. (Bud) and Suzanne L. Selig Audience Award
Oct 18th, 2017Over $140,000 in Cash and Production Services Awarded at Milwaukee Film Festival
$87,000 in cash and over $60,000 in production services awarded
Oct 9th, 2017Milwaukee Film Supports Hurricane Relief Efforts in Puerto Rico and Mexico
Proceeds will be divided between the Hurricane Maria Community Recovery Fund and Diego Luna's and Gabriel García Bernal’s Mexico relief effort in conjunction with Ambulante and Omaze.
Oct 1st, 2017Love Jones Actor Larenz Tate To Appear At Milwaukee Film Festival
For one-night only screening of classic film.
Sep 23rd, 20172017 Milwaukee Film Festival Box Office Opens Today
Opening Night Party to be held at Good City Brewing, featuring headliner Abby Jeanne
Sep 14th, 2017Milwaukee Film Receives Continued and Increased Support From Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor, Associated Bank, expands partnership through Milwaukee Film Checking 30 new sponsors provide increase of $301,000 in cash & in-kind support
Aug 31st, 2017Presenting the Milwaukee Filmmaker Alliance
Former DreamWorks SKG executive hired as director of new organization created to cultivate, connect, and catalyze Milwaukee area film industry
Aug 29th, 2017Laughter, Inspiration, & Cocktails: Milwaukee Film Reveals Spotlight Presentations
Director and subjects set to attend inspiring Opening Night film STUMPED. U.S. Premiere scheduled for documentary celebrating creative cocktails, Schumann’s Bar Talks.
Aug 24th, 2017Milwaukee Film Announces Full Lineup of Cream City Cinema Program
Popular annual program supports local filmmakers with $12,500 in cash prizes to be awarded. WebsterX, The Fatty Acids, and IshDARR music videos to be a part of shorts showcase
Aug 22nd, 2017Milwaukee Film Announces Return of Cine Sin Fronteras Program
Latinx diaspora program expanded after successful inaugural year
Aug 16th, 2017Milwaukee Film Announces Full Black Lens Program Lineup
John Ridley returns with new documentary Let It Fall: Los Angeles 1982-1992. Program expands with total of 8 feature films and 2 shorts programs
Aug 15th, 2017Milwaukee Film Announces Dramatic Expansion, Leases Oriental Theatre for 31 Years
Secures Largest Gift In Its History: $2,000,000 from Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele
Jun 18th, 20172017 Milwaukee Film Festival Call for Entries Now Open
Festival Offers to Pay for All Work Screened; Free Entry for All Films; $34,500 in Cash Prizes Promised
Feb 28th, 2017Announcing 2017 Milwaukee Film Festival Dates: September 28 – October 12
Call for Entries Will Open Later this Month
Feb 1st, 2017Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Expected Festival Guests
Headliners include Academy Award-winner John Ridley, Emmy Award-winner Sam Pollard, The Blind Side actor Quinton Aaron, Silicon Valley actor Martin Starr, and Arrested Development actor Mae Whitman
Sep 15th, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Box Office Opens on Thursday
Today is last day to buy discounted festival passes and ticket 6-Packs. New Age Narcissism headlines Opening Night Party
Sep 6th, 2016Disney’s Queen of Katwe and Academy Award-Winners Highlight Spotlight Presentations
Festival opens with Life, Animated from Academy Award-winner Roger Ross Williams. Milwaukee 53206: A Community Serves Time returns to Milwaukee after sold-out June premiere
Sep 1st, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces John Ridley to Join Board of Directors
Academy Award-winner and Mequon native will be this year’s keynote speaker
Aug 25th, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Cream City Cinema Program Lineup
58 locally-made films to be presented; $12,500 to be awarded in juried prizes
Aug 23rd, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Reveals Cine Sin Fronteras Program Lineup
Showcasing the rich and vibrant Latinx diaspora through cinema
Aug 11th, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Launches Sportsball! and United States of Cinema Programs
Programs include feature-length sports documentaries and American independent fiction films
Aug 9th, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Black Lens Program Lineup
Showcases fiction and documentary films from emerging and established African-American directors
Aug 2nd, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Reveals Second List of Official Selections
Lineup includes Beware the Slenderman and a new sports documentary program
Jul 19th, 2016Milwaukee Film Announces Addition of Mark Sabljak to Festival Staff
Former Milwaukee Business Journal publisher and market president joins team for 2016 film festival
Jul 7th, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Reveals First List of Official Selections
Milwaukee Film announces new Latinx diaspora program and film festival venues
Jun 28th, 2016Milwaukee Film Announces Return of Brico Forward Fund Program
$140,000 will be awarded to projects in development and in production
Jun 21st, 2016Milwaukee Film Announces World Premiere Screening of Milwaukee 53206
Film explores the lives of those affected by mass incarceration in Milwaukee
May 26th, 2016Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2016 Campaign Art & Early Ticket Sales
Up to 40% off Festival Passes and ticket 6-Packs
May 12th, 2016Milwaukee Film Announces Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Grant
Festival Among 16 FilmWatch Grant Recipients; Received $10,000 in Cash for Black Lens Program
Apr 26th, 2016Milwaukee Film Announces Fiscal Sponsorship Program
Festival Continues to Offer New Programs for Local Filmmakers
Apr 14th, 20162016 Milwaukee Film Festival Call for Entries Now Open
Festival Offers to Pay for All Work Screened; Free Entry for All Films; $27,000 in Cash Prizes Promised
Feb 23rd, 2016Announcing 2016 Milwaukee Film Festival Dates: September 22 – October 6
Donald and Donna Baumgartner renew support with organization’s largest gift to date
Feb 2nd, 20162015 Milwaukee Film Festival Attracts 70,885 Attendees for a 10% Increase Over 2014
The Allan H. (Bud) and Suzanne L. Selig Audience Award for feature film goes to Romeo is Bleeding
Oct 13th, 2015Puppies & Kittens! Milwaukee Film Festival Unveils 2015 Sponsor Trailer
Sponsor Trailer a collaboration with Wisconsin Humane Society
Sep 25th, 2015Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Over 100 Expected Guests
Headliners include actors Raven-Symoné and John Ashton; documentary subjects April Carrión and Moziah Bridges; award-winning directors Chad Gracia and Stanley Nelson
Sep 17th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Box Office Now Open
Opening Night Party melds film and community with audience, donors and sponsors
Sep 10th, 2015Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2015 Panels
Chicago Tribune film critic, Michael Phillips, to deliver Keynote Address; Panels on Policing and Education highlight the imperative and topical nature of festival documentaries
Sep 8th, 2015Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Full 2015 Lineup
Festival to open with Youth; Oscar winner Paolo Sorrentino’s new film stars Michael Caine & Harvey Keitel. Award-winning films plentiful in Documentary Festival Favorites and Worldviews programs
Sep 3rd, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Spotlight Presentations
Acclaimed Wisconsin-set thriller Uncle John among headliners
Sep 2nd, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Competition Films
Eight Feature Films Competing for $10,000 Cash Prize - South Milwaukee Native Chad Gracia’s The Russian Woodpecker Included
Sep 1st, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Cream City Cinema Lineup
The Milwaukee Music Video Show debuts as new program
Aug 27th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Shorter Is Better Lineup
Presenting nearly 60 of the best festival-circuit short films and the return of the Shorter Is Better juried award
Aug 26th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Passport: Sweden Program
Passport: Sweden proves that cold weather produces cool art
Aug 25th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Cinema Hooligante Films
Highlighted by 35 mm Anniversary Screenings of Jaws & The Shining
Aug 20th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Reveals Return of Art + Artists Program
Featuring U.S. Premiere of a Documentary of a Celebrated Latin American Artist. New This Year is a Showcase Highlighting Award-Winning Media Artist
Aug 19th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Return of Film Feast Program
Film Feast celebrates Milwaukee’s proud food culture with eight food-related films
Aug 18th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Rated K: For Kids
All-ages program features live action, animation and 20th Anniversary of Babe: The Gallant Pig
Aug 13th, 20152015 MFF Reveals Return of African-American-Focused Black Lens Program
Showcasing fiction and documentary films from emerging and established directors in the black community. The Johnson Controls Foundation provides new financial support.
Aug 12th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Sound Vision Program
Music film program returns with scheduled appearance by legendary DJ Marco Collins. Koss joins as new sponsor, presenting the program and donating headphones
Aug 11th, 2015New $126,000 Granting Program for Local Filmmakers Launched
Brico Forward Fund applications open for projects in development and production
Jul 8th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Adds Bay View’s Avalon Theater
6-packs and festival passes now on sale with discounts of up to 40% off festival public pricing
May 14th, 20152015 Milwaukee Film Festival Call For Entries Now Open
$16,000 in Cash Prizes Offered; Free Entry for All Films; Deadline is June 22
Mar 26th, 2015Milwaukee Film Announces 2015 Milwaukee Film Festival Dates: September 24 – October 8
Selig $150,000 Annual Gift Renewed for Three Years; $1,200,000 Given to Date
Jan 21st, 20152014 Milwaukee Film Festival Attracts 64,187 Attendees for 16% Increase Over Last Year
The Allan H. (Bud) and Suzanne L. Selig Audience Award for feature film goes to Alive Inside
Oct 14th, 2014DearMKE to Premiere Four New Films at Milwaukee Film Festival on Thursday, October 9th
DearMKE will premiere four new films in a spotlight presentation on the closing night of the 2014 Milwaukee Film Festival at 5:30 PM on Thursday, Oct. 9 at the Oriental Theatre.
Oct 8th, 2014Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2014 Jury Awards
The Tribe and New Planet take top honors
Oct 6th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Celebrates Successful Opening Weekend
36 Sold-Out Screenings; Johanna Hamilton, Debra Granik, Wesley Morris, and many more guests in attendance
Sep 29th, 2014Milwaukee Film Festival Secures 2014 Oscar-Winner John Ridley
Milwaukee native scheduled to attend Jimi: All Is By My Side; Record advance ticket sales; MFF opens Thursday
Sep 24th, 2014Milwaukee Film Announces 2014 Festival Guests
Record number of guests; Critically-acclaimed directors Debra Granik and Marshall Curry to attend with film subjects; Sean Astin attending Closing Night Film
Sep 18th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Box Office Now Open
Mobile-friendly Film Guide now online; New location for Opening Night Party
Sep 11th, 2014Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2014 Panels
Pulitzer Prize winning film critic, Wesley Morris, to deliver Keynote Address; Oscar-nominated filmmaker, Debra Granik, to lead rare panel on working with actors
Sep 9th, 2014Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Entire 2014 Lineup
Oscar-winning Milwaukee native, John Ridley, to screen his Jimi Hendrix biopic for Centerpiece
Sep 5th, 2014Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2014 Tributes: Marshall Curry; Debra Granik; Wesley Morris; Zucker, Abrahams, and Zucker
Two award-winning directors, a Pulitzer Prize-winning film critic, and Hollywood comedy legends
Sep 3rd, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Shorter Is Better Lineup
Presenting nearly 70 of the best festival-circuit short films and the first annual juried cash award
Sep 2nd, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Cream City Cinema Lineup
Popular showcase featuring local filmmakers expands with a second installment of The Milwaukee Show
Aug 28th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Reveals New African American-Focused Film Program
Black Lens showcases fiction and documentary films from emerging and established directors in the black community
Aug 26th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Cinema Hooligante Films
Late-night film program expands to include more science fiction, fantasy, and comedy
Aug 21st, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Reveals New Art + Artists Program
Eight documentary films explore creativity in the performing and visual arts
Aug 19th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Sound Vision and Soundtrack Lineups
Music Documentary program and live music series at The Hotel Foster continues for third year
Aug 14th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Launches New Food-Related Film Program
Film Feast celebrates Milwaukee’s proud food culture with eight food-related films
Aug 12th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Announces Rated K: For Kids
All-ages program features live action, animation and 50th Anniversary Sing-A-Long Celebration of Mary Poppins
Aug 7th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival to Highlight Mexican Cinema
Passport Program features eight new acclaimed Mexican films and Keynote Speaker
Aug 5th, 2014Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 81 Sponsors for 2014
Major New Support from Associated Bank and Mary and Ted Kellner; Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Continues as Presenting Sponsor for Sixth Year
Jul 29th, 2014Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2014 Venues and Campaign Art
Times Cinema joins the Festival, New Campaign Art from Local Artists, New Website Launch
Jul 22nd, 2014HBO & Milwaukee Film Partner for Wisconsin Premiere of THE NORMAL HEART
Milwaukee one of five cities selected for special premiere before HBO debut
May 7th, 20142014 Milwaukee Film Festival Call For Entries Now Open
Free Entry for All Films; Deadline is June 23
Mar 25th, 2014Milwaukee Film Announces 2014 Festival Dates, New Programming Hire
Sixth Annual Milwaukee Film Festival runs September 25-October 9
Jan 8th, 2014Tosa Student Wins Milwaukee Film Contest
Tosa West Contest winner will have screenplay made into a film!
Jul 21st, 2009