MFF2020 We can't gather in person this year, but we've adapted. Join us Oct. 15-29 for the 12th annual Milwaukee Film Festival, which is all virtual and adapted for your screen. LEARN MORE >> TAKE THE CENSUS NOW Taking the U.S. Census is required by law, and your response helps shape Wisconsin's future. If you haven't already responded, it's not too late! Respond by Sept. 30! RESPOND TODAY Sofa Cinema A virtual cinema showing you the best in new independent cinema releases, all from the comfort of home. Best of all - proceeds from each purchase go toward supporting Milwaukee Film and the Oriental Theatre! BROWSE SOFA CINEMA TITLES NOW >> KEEP MKE FILM GOING To keep us going until we can fill these seats again, we need your help. Please consider supporting Milwaukee Film by donating or becoming a Member. DONATE TODAY >> 2020 MINORITY HEALTH FILM FESTIVAL Thank you for making our second annual Minority Health Film Festival a tremendous success! Want to know what you can do next to help build healthier families, communities, and institutions? TAKE ACTION >> Previous slide Next slide Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3 Slide 4 Slide 5 RBG Own the film that documented the life of an American icon and a warrior in the fight for justice. OWN IT FOR $6.99 VOTE Plan NOW to make sure your voice is heard on Nov. 3. Register to vote today - or check your registration and request an absentee ballot. MAKE YOUR PLAN Education Programs Bring film into the classroom (even if it's virtual) with MKE Film's educational materials, events, and classes. INSPIRE STUDENTS WITH FILM Buy Tickets We're virtual, but our films are as awesome as ever. View ticket options for our two fall festivals and for Sofa Cinema. SEE TICKET OPTIONS >> Become A Member Being a Milwaukee Film Member is an easy, affordable way to support our mission - plus get great Members-only benefits. STARTS AT $75 PER YEAR >> Featured Trailer JAZZ ON A SUMMER'S DAY Filmed at the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival in Rhode Island and directed by world-renowned photographer, Bert Stern, Jazz on a Summer's Day features intimate performances by an all-star line-up of musical legends including Louis Armstrong, Thelonius Monk, Gerry Mulligan, Anita O'Day, Chuck Berry, Dinah Washington, and closes with a beautiful rendition of "The Lord's Prayer" by Mahalia Jackson at midnight to usher in Sunday morning. RENT IT NOW >> Movies & Events Sofa Cinema! John Lewis: Good Trouble Play Trailer Director: Dawn Porter USA | | 1 Hr. 36 Min. View Details Sofa Cinema! Rebuilding Paradise Play Trailer Director: Ron Howard USA | | 1 Hr. 35 Min. View Details Sofa Cinema! Sibyl Play Trailer Director: Justine Triet France | 2020 | 347 Hr. 59 Min. View Details Available to watch now! Filmmaker Spotlight: Adam Zucker, Director of American Muslim | | 1 Hr. 0 Min. View Details Sofa Cinema! RBG Play Trailer Director: Betsy West, Julie Cohen USA | | 1 Hr. 37 Min. View Details Sofa Cinema films All About MKE Film Milwaukee Film is a nonprofit arts organization dedicated to entertaining, educating, and engaging our community through cinematic experiences. We operate the magnificent Oriental Theatre, a historic cinema palace committed to high-quality and accessible film and education programming. Since 2009, the annual Milwaukee Film Festival has brought together film fans and filmmakers to celebrate the power of cinema. Our education programs and cultures and communities platform provide avenues toward making our community a more empathetic and equitable place for everyone to live. Learn More Our Programs Learn More Milwaukee Filmmaker Alliance Learn More Education Programs Learn More Black Lens Learn More Cine Sin Fronteras THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING #MFF2019 Thanks to you, the 11th Milwaukee Film Festival (presented by Associated Bank) was our biggest yet! Look back at all of the amazing screenings, discussions, and parties and take a deep breath - the party continues year-round at the Oriental Theatre! MKE Film News Women in Film: Minority Health Film Festival September 18, 2020 Of the 50 MHFF films this year, 33 are directed or co-directed by women. Read More Statement from Milwaukee Film on Jacob Blake shooting in Kenosha August 25, 2020 Milwaukee Film is horrified and heartbroken over the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha. We know... Read More ‘Radical,’ ‘Hungry,’ ‘Invisible’ and ‘Unbroken’: Powerful Films Depict Minority Health Experience in August 24, 2020 50 films to screen in Milwaukee Film’s virtual Minority Health Film Festival, presented by the... Read More See More News
Women in Film: Minority Health Film Festival September 18, 2020 Of the 50 MHFF films this year, 33 are directed or co-directed by women. Read More
Statement from Milwaukee Film on Jacob Blake shooting in Kenosha August 25, 2020 Milwaukee Film is horrified and heartbroken over the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha. We know... Read More
‘Radical,’ ‘Hungry,’ ‘Invisible’ and ‘Unbroken’: Powerful Films Depict Minority Health Experience in August 24, 2020 50 films to screen in Milwaukee Film’s virtual Minority Health Film Festival, presented by the... Read More