It's a tradition for me to catch a Danish film at MSPIFF. Back in 2021, I checked out the dark comedy Riders of Justice, which is both written and directed by Anders Thomas Jensen, featuring Mads Mikkelsen in the lead role. The concept of The Last Viking sets the stage for some hilarious moments, while …
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FlixChatter’s APRIL 2026 Viewing Recap, Quick Thoughts on DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN S2 + SUGAR S2, and Movie(s) of the Month
Happy Spring, everyone!! 🌼💐🌸🌷˚˖𓍢ִִ໋🌿˚.🌞🐝 My backyard looks so green, and the grass is growing so fast that we may have to mow our lawn this weekend! I'm not crazy about how many weeds are popping up already, but hey, that comes with the warmer weather. I'm still recovering from my cold I got while covering …
MSPIFF45 Announced 2026 Award Winners + FlixChatter’s Top 5 Favorites
The 45th Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival has officially wrapped up. Perhaps the string of nice weather, with no snow in sight, attracted record-breaking crowds that shattered their previous daily attendance record—twice! I only managed to catch 11 films (two of them online), which is four fewer than I had hoped for. The reason? …
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MSPIFF 2026 Documentary Reviews: ‘The Chaplain & The Doctor’ and ‘The Cycle of Love’
Welcome to another double review edition. This time, I'm showcasing a pair of uplifting documentaries I saw at MSPIFF that exemplify the power of compassion, empathy, and love. I enjoy tales of unexpected friendships that develop in surprising places. Betty Clark, an 80-year-old African American chaplain, and Dr. Jessica Zitter, a white Jewish doctor, work …
MSPIFF 2026 Review: Don’t Call Me Mama (2026)—A tense, atmospheric Norwegian forbidden romance that’ll leave you shaken
One of the main reasons I enjoy film festivals is that they frequently expose me to fresh talent in cinema. Last Thursday, I got to know Norwegian writer/director Nina Knag, whose gripping, atmospheric, and subversive debut drama will both excite and frustrate you in the best way. The phrase 'Don't Call Me Mama' is never …
MSPIFF45 is back April 8-19! FlixChatter picks 25 international & Minnesota-connected films to watch this year.
One of the things I love most about spring in Minnesota isn't only the warmer weather but also the kickoff of the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival! MSPIFF is back this Wednesday, celebrating its 45th anniversary! From April 8-19, over 200 films will be screened at this year's festival, making it the biggest celebration …
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