TCFF 2017 Day 2 – ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ and silent MN-made b&w film ‘If Memory Serves’

WOW, Day 2 of the 11-day film fest has come and gone! I had to leave a bit early Thursday night for a prior commitment, but I did manage to see two films and also caught up w/ a friend & fellow film blogger Emmylou, who's moved out to L.A. earlier this year. Here's my …

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Highlights from TCFF 2017 Opening Night… BREATHE, THE FLORIDA PROJECT & THE YEAR OF SPECTACULAR MEN

It's that time of the year again folks! Yep, it's the time when I basically made Showplace ICON at the West End as my second home for the next eleven days. And for the eighth year in a row, Twin Cities Film Fest always opens up with a bang! This year we've got such a …

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The 8 Twin Cities Film Fest tickets to get – recommendations from our Artistic Director Steve Snyder

It's now just a week away until Twin Cities Film Fest starts on Wednesday Oct. 18 - Saturday Oct 28. I've mentioned some of the studio/MN feature films as well as documentaries you shouldn't miss. Now, there are some films you're probably already excited about that you've gotten tickets to. But there are those which …

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Spotlight on 10 great documentaries playing at 2017 TCFF!

It's that time of the year again, folks! Less than two weeks until the 11-day film festivities and cinematic marathon begins. Yep, the 8th annual Twin Cities Film Fest begins starts on Wednesday Oct. 18 - Saturday Oct 28. I've mentioned some of the studio and MN feature films screening at TCFF that I'm excited …

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A sneak peek into the 8th annual Twin Cities Film Fest schedule

Can't believe it's just a little over a month away until the fun film festivities begins here in the Twin Cities! If you follow me on Facebook, then you'd already know that this year's film fest is an extra special for yours truly… yep, I'm still in a daze that Hearts Want is actually premiering …

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Guest Coverage & Reviews of Frozen River Film Festival 2017

The Twin Cities might be more well-known for their arts and culture scene than other parts of Minnesota, but there are plenty of small towns that have so much to offer as well-Winona, for example. Okay, I might be a little biased, as it is home to my beloved alma mater (Winona State University), but …

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Indie Film Spotlight: ‘The Babymoon’ + Interview with writer/director Bailey Kobe & lead actress Julie McNiven

The Babymoon was one of the terrific indie films playing at Twin Cities Film Fest last year. I had missed seeing it on the big screen, but the lovely Kate Sloate over at Double Entente Films was kind enough to send me a screener link. Well, the film has just been released on Valentine’s Day, so it's …

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