Movies
A project to challenge filmmakers
The 48 Hour Film Project, a grueling test for local filmmakers, screens its contest entries tonight at the Oriental Theater.
Jun 20th, 2013 by Howard Leu
Romantic, dramatic people with time on their hands
After another nine years, filmmaker Richard Linklater drops in again on a beautiful couple as they work out their romantic drama -- this time in sun-swept, romantic Greece.
Jun 14th, 2013 by Mark Metcalf
Something to Celebrate
Polish Fest opens, John C. Reilly goes underground, the Fine Arts Quartet plays on, "Wicked" returns, MAM's "30 Americans," and UWM dances in sunshine and under the stars.
Jun 11th, 2013 by Hannah McCarthy
Filmmaker Ryan Sarnowski
Mark talks to the doc|UWM co-director about the film program, his history with documentaries and his latest project: a doc following the last acolyte of a religion/social movement called Lawsonomy.
Jun 3rd, 2013 by Mark Metcalf
“Now You See Me” short on movie magic
While the cast of actors is astounding, director Louis Leterrier isn't on the same level, dragging down the film with dull special effects.
Jun 2nd, 2013 by Mark Metcalf
Simple premise, unpredictable execution
Pierce Brosnan does remarkably well alongside Trine Dyrholm, in this tale of unexpected love that doesn't hesitate to get honest.
May 30th, 2013 by Mark Metcalf
“At Any Price” takes director from urban immigrants to Midwestern farmers
Bahrani's brilliant successes with little-known casts don't translate to a bigger film with Hollywood veterans.
May 24th, 2013 by Mark Metcalf
“Star Trek Into Darkness” a satisfying action-adventure
While Mark's never been a Trekkie, this installment of the rebooted franchise leaves him looking forward to more.
May 17th, 2013 by Mark Metcalf
The Luhrmann Razzle-Dazzle
Baz Luhrmann's "Gatsby" delivers big stars and cinematic flash, but misses F. Scott Fitzgerald's elegance and depth of feeling.
May 14th, 2013 by Mark Metcalf
“Iron Man 3” — Marvel-ous!
"Iron Man 3" brims with 3D action and dazzling effects even as it gets beneath the skin of the man inside the armor.
May 6th, 2013 by Michael Cotey
Award-winners and stars abound
The Rep hosts a tribute to Janis Joplin, Windfall performs a Sondheim classic, the MSO features a visiting violinist, and two Skylight favorites host a cabaret-esque show.
Apr 30th, 2013 by Hannah McCarthy
Carlo Besasie
The Milwaukee director talks with Mark about his career thus far and the changing landscape of modern filmmaking.
Apr 29th, 2013 by Mark Metcalf
