Movies
‘No Other Land’ Is Powerful Docu-Film
Oscar winner about Israel and Palestine faces censorship, fear of Trump attacks, but showing at the Downer.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Dominique Paul Noth
Dylan Biopic ‘A Compete Unknown’ Is Lovable Mythology
Quite enjoyable, even romantic. Timothée Chalamet's performance could win best actor.
Feb 9th, 2025 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Emilia Perez’ Is a Must See
Operatic, visionary film about drug lord who wants a sex change -- you have to see it to believe it.
Feb 2nd, 2025 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Maria’ Is a Star Vehicle For Angelina Jolie
Movie about opera legend Maria Callas offers one diva playing another.
Dec 29th, 2024 by Dominique Paul Noth
Milwaukee Film Hosting ‘Let’s Dig In’ Series
Docuseries takes on topics like ecosystems, farming, nutrition and sustainability.
Dec 23rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Film Blasted For Funding Changes
Prominent filmmakers cite past support and criticize reduced funding for local artists.
Sep 9th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Film Festival Returns in April
2024 festival will feature 300 films over 15 days, running from April 11 through 25.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Nina Simone’s Summer of Soul
So much great music in this documentary. And then there is Ms. Simone. Wow.
Nov 29th, 2022 by John Sieger
The Surprise Pick for Best Picture
‘Drive My Car’ is an intriguing mystery, both as a film and an Oscar pick.
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘The Lost Daughter’ Is a Slow Burner
Well crafted and thoughtfully naturalistic, but too slow, despite its nominations.
Mar 9th, 2022 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Academy Awards’ Hateful Eight
To trim the show’s length, eight awards won’t be presented in prime time. That’s a mistake.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Tragedy of Macbeth’ Robbed Of Nominations
Should have gotten best picture, best actress nods. And what a performance by Denzel Washington.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Dominique Paul Noth
