The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 144

The Minnesota Movie Digest, from the Minnesota Film Critics Association, showcases film reviews, essays, and interviews, highlighting latest releases and classic films. Stay updated with film critiques through their social media channels.

The Minnesota Movie Digest: The Life of Ballerina: Killer of Predators

Welcome to The Minnesota Movie Digest, the official newsletter from the Minnesota Film Critics Association (MNFCA)!

The MNFCA is a collective of individuals dedicated to celebrating and critically examining the art of film. In this recurring publication, we’ll share a selection of insightful film reviews, absorbing essays, and interviews with film professionals.

Each issue of The Minnesota Movie Digest features a diverse array of perspectives and content. Our members have shared their most recent work with us, covering the latest releases and revisiting classic films that dissect the craft of filmmaking. Explore the links below and get a front-row seat to critically examine the art of film.

Check out the MNFCA Members page to meet our all-star lineup.

And now… The Minnesota Movie Digest.

Joe Botten – The MN Movie Man

The crazy weather in MN has brought a diverse selection of movies with it, and at The MN Movie Man, there are three new reviews this week: Ballerina, Barron’s Cove, and I Don’t Understand You.

At Loud and Clear Reviews, Joe reviewed the terrific television series Overcompensating and the animated Predator film, Predator: Killer of Killers.

A final reminder that The MN Movie Man is hosting Secret Movie Night at Emagine Willow Creek this Wednesday, June 11, at 7 pm.  Theater 1 has ONE seat left, and Theater 2, the “Movie Only” theater (for overflow), is nearly at capacity!  Come see the movie, the event organizer said they think will “play like gangbusters”.

Be sure to follow The MN Movie Man on Instagram, Letterboxd, TikTok, and Facebook for his weekly early looks at upcoming films and other updates between newsletters! 

Eli Brau – Cinephile Corner

Eli has a few new pieces this week over on Cinephile Corner. In their movie reviews section, he has reviews for the following new releases:

He also reviewed the following Wes Anderson movies in anticipation of The Phoenician Scheme:

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

Exclusively for his Patreon subscribers, Brian reviewed Danny and Michael Philippou’s latest, Bring Her Back.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Ballerina and republished his TIFF24 review of The Life of Chuck in time for its theatrical release.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

Over on the GOAT Film Reviews Website, you can find an early review for the newest film in the John Wick franchise, Ballerina!

For physical media fans, there’s a complete review of Severin’s Blu-Ray for Scala!!!, one of my favorite films from last year!

Over on the GOAT Film Reviews YouTube Channel, there are several new unboxing videos!

Also on the Channel, you can find a Video Review of the recent release, Last Breath, now available to stream on Peacock!

New Episode of Kyle & Nick on Film: Henry V (1989).

Jason Hemming – Cinema Recall

Jason”The Vern ” Hemming writes a review on Kevin Smith’s Dogma being re-released back to theaters for its 25th anniversary.

Ruth Maramis – FlixChatter

Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Keep your eyes peeled for the latest film critiques, reviews, and news from the Minnesota Film Critics Association! 🎬🍿

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