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Milwaukee Film Fest: ‘The Dells’ Is A Canny, Very Wisconsin Docu-Film
Milwaukee Film Fest

‘The Dells’ Is A Canny, Very Wisconsin Docu-Film

And 'Cycle' is a hard look at 2019 police killing of Black youth in Racine.

Film Festival Tickets On Sale April 13

Film Festival Tickets On Sale April 13

Festival's program packed with films and ticket deals. Many movies connect to current events.

Movies: ‘No Other Land’ Is Powerful Docu-Film
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.

Oscar Films: Dylan Biopic ‘A Compete Unknown’ Is Lovable Mythology
Oscar Films

Dylan Biopic ‘A Compete Unknown’ Is Lovable Mythology

Quite enjoyable, even romantic. Timothée Chalamet's performance could win best actor.

Oscar Films: ‘Emilia Perez’ Is a Must See
Oscar Films

‘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.

Movies: ‘Maria’ Is a Star Vehicle For Angelina Jolie
Movies

‘Maria’ Is a Star Vehicle For Angelina Jolie

Movie about opera legend Maria Callas offers one diva playing another.

Milwaukee Film Hosting ‘Let’s Dig In’ Series

Milwaukee Film Hosting ‘Let’s Dig In’ Series

Docuseries takes on topics like ecosystems, farming, nutrition and sustainability.

Murphy’s Law: Milwaukee Film Blasted For Funding Changes
Murphy’s Law

Milwaukee Film Blasted For Funding Changes

Prominent filmmakers cite past support and criticize reduced funding for local artists.

Milwaukee Film Festival Returns in April

Milwaukee Film Festival Returns in April

2024 festival will feature 300 films over 15 days, running from April 11 through 25.

Sieger on Songs: Nina Simone’s Summer of Soul
Sieger on Songs

Nina Simone’s Summer of Soul

So much great music in this documentary. And then there is Ms. Simone. Wow.

Oscar Films: The Surprise Pick for Best Picture
Oscar Films

The Surprise Pick for Best Picture

‘Drive My Car’ is an intriguing mystery, both as a film and an Oscar pick.

Oscar Films: ‘The Lost Daughter’ Is a Slow Burner
Oscar Films

‘The Lost Daughter’ Is a Slow Burner

Well crafted and thoughtfully naturalistic, but too slow, despite its nominations.