Mel Brooks to Get ‘Back in the Saddle’ in Milwaukee
Mel Brooks comes to the Riverside Theater on June 11 for a live conversation and Q&A and a screening of comedy all-timer “Blazing Saddles.”
Eight Films to Watch for in 2016
A look ahead to the must-see films in 2016.
Where to See this Year’s Oscar Films
Before this year’s Academy Awards, here’s where you can catch up on the nominees.
Five Films to See at the UWM Union Cinema
The UWM Union Cinema begins its second semester since it was rebranded later this month. Here are five films to put on your schedule. Plus: a special screening “Labyrinth” at the Avalon, and more of what’s on the marquee around town.
‘The Hateful Eight’ and the 70mm Film Experience
Whether it’s at the Milwaukee Film Festival, the UWM Union Cinema or with the 70mm Roadshow release of ‘The Hateful Eight,’ the use of traditional film is creating new cinematic experiences.
A Banner Year for Local Cinema and the Top Films of 2015
Reflecting on an unprecedented year for local film fans, considering ways to improve, and counting down the top 15 films of 2015. Plus: holiday film screenings, “Hateful Eight” opens, and more
Running Diary: The 19-hour ‘Star Wars’ Marathon at The Majestic
Beginning at 2 a.m., the Marcus Majestic Theatre screened all six “Star Wars” films in succession before the premiere of “The Force Awakens.” Moviegoers writer Tom Fuchs endured the entire marathon.
On the Marquee: Obscure Christmas Classics and ‘Star Wars’
Inspired by the “7 Days of Christmas” screenings at the Times Cinema and Avalon Theater, here are a few more films to add to the annual holiday canon. Plus: “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” hits the big screen.
Local Author Patrick McGilligan’s Indispensible ‘Young Orson’
Milwaukee author Patrick McGilligan makes an appearance at Boswell Books to discuss his formidable new biography, “Young Orson: The Year of Luck and Genius on the Path to Citizen Kane.” Plus: the Downer Theatre celebrates 100 years, and more.
Holiday Gift Guide for Film Lovers
Here’s what to put on your holiday gift shopping list for the film lover in your life. Plus: rounding up what’s on the marquee around Milwaukee this week.