Movies
Take One
Mark and Milwaukee Film intern Jessica Farrell offer their picks for Take One and discuss how every detail counts when creating a successful film festival.
Sep 16th, 2010 by Mark MetcalfBruce Connor at INOVA
The current exhibition at Inova/Kenilworth isn’t so much a retrospective as it is an illustrative cross-section of themes and interests of Conner's career.
Sep 13th, 2010 by Kat MurrellSubtle film rewards attention
The shrines of Lourdes supposedly have the power to heal the sick. But the film ultimately is about how people react to the fortune, and misfortune, of others.
Sep 11th, 2010 by Brian WhitneyThe backbone of the festival
The staff at Milwaukee Film put a lot of hard work into the film festival, but it simply wouldn't run without the aid of dedicated volunteers.
Sep 9th, 2010 by Mark MetcalfMilwaukee Film spreads its love all over
As the Milwaukee Film Festival 2010 lineup is unveiled, expect to laugh, cry, cringe - and travel a little.
Sep 4th, 2010 by Jon Anne WillowRevving up for the Milwaukee Film Festival
The second annual Milwaukee Film Festival is just around the corner. In the weeks leading up to the Fest, Mark talks with the people who make it happen.
Sep 2nd, 2010 by Mark Metcalfanother season of visionary film
With compelling and diverse programming, its awkward location makes the Union Theatre Milwaukee's hidden cinematic treasure.
Aug 30th, 2010 by Danielle Romo“Snatch” turns 10
Slick camera work, a driving soundtrack and a tough-as-nails cast: Guy Ritchie's film was the re-birth of cool for Generation X.
Aug 29th, 2010 by Joshua CharlesArt on Film
Renown for experimental film, UWM hosts innovative student work at the inaugural Film Graduate Student's Exhibition, closing tonight.
Aug 27th, 2010 by Blaine SchultzScott Pilgrim vs. the World vs. the media landscape
The film adaptation of Bryan Lee O'Malley's cult comic is funny, visual and crowd-pleasing. Somehow, it is also less than stellar at the box office.
Aug 27th, 2010 by Brian JacobsonMilwaukee Children’s Film Festival
Milwaukee Film blends awesome kid’s films with important lessons in media literacy for the whole family.
Aug 18th, 2010 by Jon Anne WillowGorge, Covet, Spend
One privileged, affluent white woman's search for everything.
Aug 13th, 2010 by Erin Petersen