Presented by Independent and North American Camera

Our annual showcase of the best new work from local filmmakers features a yearlong Filmmaker-In-Residence prize awarded to the jury winner. The residency includes a cash award of $2,500, plus production equipment and services valued at more than $20,000.

As Goes Janesville
Tension mounts in Janesville, Wisconsin, when business leaders and laid-off factory workers develop very different—but equally passionate—opinions about the governor.

Bending Towards the Light
A local "Waiting for Superman" that tackles the hurdles facing Milwaukee's education system and the people working hard to persevere.

The Jeffrey Dahmer Files
A startling look at those who came into direct contact with Dahmer, expertly mingling their stories with archival footage.

Little Red
An update to the classic tale as our Red's journey to Cumberland Island is interrupted by a wolf of a man.

The Milwaukee Show
One of the MFF's most popular features, this year's program promises more of the same with work from local veterans and newcomers alike. This year's line-up includes the following films:

• Cat Waco by Brooke Duckart
• The Evilest of Sorcerers by Jon Elliott
• Gears by Steven Miosku
• Reflection (Anarekli) by Giorgi Mrevlishvili
• She Leaves the City by Brian McGuire
• Sing (For Trouble) by Sean Williamson & Erik Ljung
• So I Could Fly Away by Blyth Renate Meier
• Studies In Space by Tate Bunker
• The Vampire Formerly Known as Dracula by Nathaniel Schardin
• Walking Peace by Ericka Frederick

Sleepover
Three sleepovers spanning a decade help chart the emotional journey of four girls as they transition into womanhood.