The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 206

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 Social Animals

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.

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 films:

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

Brian also returned to KARE 11 to discuss Digger and The History of Concrete.

For his Patreon subscribers, Brian started a month-long series on folk horror, beginning with an entry in his essay series, The Definitives, about The Wicker Man (1973). He also reviewed the 2006 remake.

Check out more of Brian’s work on his Patreon.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed The Social Reckoning and Animals. The former can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and Woodbury News Net.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, you can find a review for The Social Reckoning, the newest Aaron Sorkin film: [Early Review] The Social Reckoning (2026)

31 Days of Horror XIII continues with a new horror piece every day!

Zach Hammill – Movie Friend

Here are my mini-reviews for Aaron Sorkin’s THE SOCIAL RECKONING and Chris Rock’s MISTY GREEN.

Jason Hemming – Cinema Recall

C.B. Jacobson – Picturegoer

TWO new issues of the “Picturegoer” newsletter this week!  Issue #30 covers “Social Reckoning”, “Clockers”, “Dr. Jack”, “He’s Your Dog, Charlie Brown”, “Starman” and “Star Trek”; issue #31 covers “Wild Horse Nine”, “Bull Durham”, “Eleven P.M.”, “Mean Girls”, “Repulsion” and “Taxi”.  Follow the links!

Chaz Kangas – Bring Me the News

Dolph Lundgren on ‘Dolph Unbreakable’ – Chaz Kangas interviews Dolph Lundgren on his new documentary, how now being a director affects his relationship with directors, and processing the response to being so vulnerable on camera.

Paul McGuire Grimes – Paul’s Trip to the Movies

Paul is back with some new reviews!

Follow Paul on social media @PAULSMOVIETRIP, Letterboxd, Patreon, and YouTube

Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews: 

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 205

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: Digging for Verity

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.

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 films:

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Digger and Verity. The former review can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and the Woodbury News Net.

He also updated his Oscar predictions after seeing many of the contenders at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, find reviews for two new releases, a new episode of Ted Lasso, and a return to the season of horror!

31 Days of Horror XIII is here!

[31 Days of Horror XIII] Day 2 – Milk & Serial (2024)

C.B. Jacobson – Picturegoer

This week in the “Picturegoer” newsletter, thoughts on “Verity”, “Fight or Flight”, “Hooper”, “Q”, “You’re in Love, Charlie Brown” and “Alfred Hitchcock Presents”.  Follow the link!

Chaz Kangas – Bring Me the News

An interview with Minnesota’s own Mike P. Nelson, director of the new cool giant snake movie Beware Boiuna

Jakob Kolness – JakobTalksFilm

Over on JakobTalksFilm, Jakob does another overdue REVIEW CATCHUP, focused on this year’s blockbusters: Backrooms, The End of Oak Street, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Masters of the Universe, Obsession, The Odyssey, Scary Movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and Supergirl.

And on Best Animated Podcast, Jakob brings back returning guests Jessi Armstrong and Karisa Rodriguez for TWO episodes on DreamWorks Animation Oscar nominees Shark Tale and Shrek 2! 

Be sure to follow him on Twitter, BluSky, and Letterboxd!

Be sure to follow Best Animated Podcast on Twitter, Blusky, and Instagram

Erik Larson – Hamline Oracle

Erik published two articles this week:

Ruth Maramis – FlixChatter

Ruth just shared her September recap and an update on her 2026 #52FilmsByWomen Challenge (hint: she’s only got 4 more films to go to complete the goal!)


She continues to be busy writing reviews of indie features and big-budget movies:

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Paul McGuire Grimes – Paul’s Trip to the Movies

Paul is back with some new reviews and interviews!

UNABOMBER Review

Follow Paul on social media @PAULSMOVIETRIP , Letterboxd, Patreon, and YouTube

Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

New Horror Movies to Watch for October 2026

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

I Hate Myself and Want to Die

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Black Cab

Nicholas Palodichuk – St. Paul Filmcast

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 204

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: Template

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.

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

Check out more of Brian’s work on his Patreon.

Dallas Fisher – Dallas Goes To The Movies

Three movies that are worth varying levels of your time are in theaters right now, and I have reviews for them!

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Primetime and Unabomber. He also recapped his time at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival. That article can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and the Woodbury News Net.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, you can find several reviews of new releases and another Ted Lasso review!

Next week begins the 31 Days of Horror, our 13th year!

Barrett Goetz – The Screen Mash

Film Reviews:

Zach Hammill – Movie Friend

Here are your Movie Friend’s mini-reviews for PRIMETIME and HA-CHAN, SHAKE YOUR BOOTY!, as well as finally catching up with COYOTE VS. ACME.

C.B. Jacobson – Picturegoer

This week in the “Picturegoer” newsletter, thoughts on Brad Pitt in “Heart of the Beast”; the Stephen King adaptation “The Monkey”; Jerry Lewis in “The Patsy”; Jackie Chan and Michelle Yeoh in “Supercop”; Disney’s adaptation of “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea”; and John Le Carré’s “The Pigeon Tunnel”.  Follow the link!

Erik Larson – Hamline Oracle

Erik has two new film reviews for this week:

Ruth Maramis – FlixChatter

Ruth has been steadily busy writing reviews of indie features and Hollywood movies both streaming and theatrical releases:


QUEEN(S) – A poignant journey of an undocumented East Asian immigrant seen through an empathetic lens
A24’s PRIMETIME (2026)—Pattinson’s unsettling performance gets under your skin in this horror-infused, biting media satire

The Love Hypothesis (2026)—Reinhart and Bateman’s electric chemistry lights up this swoony STEM rom-com

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Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 203

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 Weight of Resident Evil

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.

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

Brian also returned to KQRS’s “Gorman in the Morning” show to discuss several new releases. Listen to the full segment here.

Check out more of Brian’s work by joining his Patreon community.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

While he was attending the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, Hunter reviewed a few titles: Elsinore, Bunker, Look Back, La Gradiva, We Are All Strangers. His review for Elsinore can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and the Woodbury News Net.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, you can find another Ted Lasso review as well as a review of Resident Evil!

Zach Hammill – Movie Friend

Here are your Movie Friend’s glowing reviews for RESIDENT EVIL and THE WEIGHT!

Jakob Kolness – JakobTalksFilm

Over on JakobTalksFilm, Jakob has a 2-in-1 Review for “The Weight” starring Ethan Hawke and the upcoming “The Only Living Pickpocket in New York” starring John Turturro.  

And on Best Animated Podcast, Jakob is joined by returning guest Colton Armstrong for a SUPER-sized episode to discuss Disney/Pixar’s 2004 family action epic The Incredibles!

Be sure to follow him on Twitter, BluSky, and Letterboxd! @jakobkolness.

Be sure to follow Best Animated Podcast on Twitter, Blusky, and Instagram@bestanimatedpod! 

Ruth Maramis – FlixChatter

Over at FlixChatter, Ruth shared her review of Hulu’s FURIOUS series and the new period thriller THE WEIGHT starring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe.

She also posted about Twin Cities Film Fest’s announcement of its 2026 Lineup.

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Paul McGuire Grimes – Paul’s Trip to the Movies

Paul is back with some new reviews!

Follow Paul across social media @PAULSMOVIETRIP , Letterboxd, and Patreon

Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Nicholas Palodichuk – St. Paul Filmcast

Review for Resident Evil and Queen(s). Interview with Comic Book artist/writer storyboard artist Dave Wheeler.

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 202

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: Practically Hoping for an Uprising

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.

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 films:

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

Brian also returned to KARE 11 Saturday to share his takes on Practical Magic 2 and The Uprising.

Check out more of Brian’s work by joining his Patreon community.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Hope, Practical Magic 2, and The Uprising. He also previewed everything he’ll be seeing at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, which can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and the Woodbury News Net.

Jay Gabler – Duluth News Tribune

For Film Comment, Jay reviewed Matthew I. Thompson’s book On Life Support: Eco-Dystopian Cinema in the Long 1970s.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, we have reviews for two new releases and another Ted Lasso episode!

Jason Hemming – Cinema Recall

Late to the party, but here are some recent reviews and episodes by The Vern at Cinema Recall:

Jakob Kolness – JakobTalksFilm

Over on JakobTalksFilm, Jakob posts his Final Emmy Winner Predictions (including a ranked list of all of this year’s nominees) as well as an Indie Film Review Catch-Up on titles such as Buddy, Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, Maddie’s Secret, The Magic Faraway Tree, Our Hero Balthazar, and Rose of Nevada. 

And on Best Animated Podcast, Jakob discusses Disney Pixar’s Finding Nemo (w/ guest Ben Djerf) and Sylvain Chomet’s The Triplets of Belleville (w/ guest and fellow MNFCA member Mark McPherson!)

Be sure to follow him on Twitter, BluSky, and Letterboxd! Be sure to follow Best Animated Podcast on Twitter, Blusky, and Instagram

Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Review:

Nicholas Palodichuk – St. Paul Filmcast

Reviews for The Uprising and Hope. An interview with filmmaker Brit Jorgensen.

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 201

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: Fall 2: Onslaught

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.

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 films:

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed Adam Wingard’s Onslaught.

For his Patreon subscribers, he wrote an exclusive review of Michael Mann’s Manhunter (1986).

Check out more of Brian’s work by joining his Patreon community.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Onslaught and Mayday. The former review can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and the Woodbury News Net.

He also appeared on the Reel Chronicles podcast to discuss the 40th anniversary of The Fly.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, you can find a new review/breakdown of Ted Lasso’s newest episode! [TV Review] Ted Lasso: “Riches of Embarrassment”

Have you seen Coyote vs. ACME yet? Read my review and catch it before it leaves cinemas! [Early Review] Coyote vs. ACME (2026)

Eric Houston – North Metro TV

Eric Houston presses play on Star Trek and looks at the storytelling differences between the Original Series and The Next Generation.

Ruth Maramis – FlixChatter

Over at FlixChatter, Ruth shared her AUGUST recap and a mini review of A24’s Backrooms. She also reviewed Lithuania’s entry for the Oscars, 

How to Divorce During the War (2026) and indie film The Addiction of Hope (2025). 

She’s also posted a tribute to Dolly Parton: Remembering the ‘9 to 5’ Screen Icon and the Biggest Heart in Show Business.

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Paul McGuire Grimes – Paul’s Trip to the Movies

Paul is back with some new reviews!

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Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Nicholas Palodichuk – St. Paul Filmcast

Reviews for The Whisper Man and Onslaught. And an interview with film critic Jordan Limmer.

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

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 200

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: Coyote vs. Buddy

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.

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 films:

Matt Clark – Kino Ventura

Matt combined his love of the E Line with his love of film this past week in Racket.

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

For his Patreon subscribers, he reviewed The Dog Stars and posted an editorial on the state of film criticism today.

Brian also added a new entry to his essay series, The Definitives, about Merchant Ivory’s Howards End (1992), which is now exclusive to his Patreon subscribers.

Check out more of Brian’s work by joining his Patreon community.

Dallas Fisher – Dallas Goes To The Movies

Dallas has one new article up this week for eight total movies in this month’s Cinema Catch-Up Corner.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed the horror films Buddy and Colony. The latter review can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and Woodbury News Net.

He also appeared on the Reel Chronicles Podcast to discuss the 35th anniversary of The Silence of the Lambs.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, you can find reviews for several new and recent releases, including a few of my most anticipated films for the rest of this year!

C.B. Jacobson – Picturegoer

In this week’s “Picturegoer” newsletter, thoughts on “End of Oak Street”; “Destry Rides Again”; “Old School”; “Splendor in the Grass”; “Vengeance Most Fowl”; and “Taxi”.  Follow the link!

Jakob Kolness – JakobTalksFilm

Over on JakobTalksFilm, Jakob posts his August Oscar Predictions as festival season is just around the corner!

And on Best Animated Podcast, Jakob (and guest-host, filmmaker Derek Fletcher) discuss Disney’s Brother Bear!

Be sure to follow him on Twitter, BluSky, and Letterboxd! Be sure to follow Best Animated Podcast on Twitter, Blusky, and Instagram

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews: 

Nicholas Palodichuk – St. Paul Filmcast

Reviews for Buddy and The Dog Stars. And an interview with filmmaker Liam Spillane.

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

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 199

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: Tony and the Magic Faraway Tree

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.

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 films:

Matt Clark – Kino Ventura

Matt takes a stab at Statham’s latest

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

Brian returned to KQRS recently to talk about a few new releases (Coyote vs. Acme, The End of Oak Street, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, and Tony) with the Gorman in the Morning crew.

Returning to the Cineversary podcast, Brian and host Erik J. Martin chatted about David Lynch’s Blue Velvet (1986) for its 40th Anniversary.

Brian also appeared on two episodes of the Reel Mental podcast with Dr. Marcia Sirota to discuss Disclosure Day and Project Hail Mary.

For his Patreon subscribers, he reviewed Insidious: Out of the Further.

Check out more of Brian’s work by joining his Patreon community.

Dallas Fisher – Dallas Goes To The Movies

Two movies went from limited to wide this weekend, and Dallas has his thoughts on them: Tony and Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Tony. His review can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and Woodbury News Net.

Zach Hammill – Movie Friend

Here’s my glowing review for IT FOLLOWS director David Robert Mitchell’s spectacular summer blockbuster with back-to-school vibes, THE END OF OAK STREET

Jason Hemming – Cinema Recall

Over on Cinema Recall, The Vern explains why The End of Oak Street (2026) is what a Summer Blockbuster Should Be.

On The Rotten Truth podcast, Donnie and The Vern review the first 20 features of the so-called 50 Worst Movies Ever Made for their 2nd Season closing episode.

C.B. Jacobson – Picturegoer

In this week’s “Picturegoer” newsletter, thoughts on David Cronenberg’s “The Shrouds”; a “Maltese Falcon” reunion in “Across the Pacific”; Gary Cooper in “Beau Geste”; Peckinpah’s poisonous “Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid”; part two of Fritz Lang’s “Spiders”; and a low point for “Star Trek”.  Follow the link!

Jakob Kolness – JakobTalksFilm

Over on Best Animated Podcast, Jakob (and guest host Ryan Stacy) discuss Disney’s space epic Treasure Planet!

Be sure to follow him on Twitter, BluSky, and Letterboxd!

Be sure to follow Best Animated Podcast on Twitter, Blusky, and Instagram

Erik Larson – Hamline Oracle

Erik appeared as a guest on the most recent episode of the Best Animated Podcast with fellow MNFCA member Jakob Kolness, covering Hayao Miyazaki’s film “Spirited Away.” You can listen to it on all podcast platforms.

Ruth Maramis – FlixChatter

Over at FlixChatter, Ruth has posted a few new release reviews:

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Paul McGuire Grimes – Paul’s Trip to the Movies

Check out the latest from Paul McGuire Grimes!

Follow me across social media @paulsmovietrip, Patreon, Letterboxd, and YouTube

Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Nicholas Palodichuk – St. Paul Filmcast

Reviews for Insidious: Out of the Further and Hot Spot

Interview with film producer Emily Erhart

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

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 198

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: Teenage Sex and Death at Oak Street

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.

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 films:

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

For his Patreon subscribers, he reviewed The End of Oak Street.

Check out more of Brian’s work by joining his Patreon community.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed The Rivals of Amziah King and Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. The former title was also reviewed at the Eden Prairie Local News.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, you can find another Ted Lasso review as well as Early Reviews for the upcoming Ghost concert film and Jane Schoenbrun’s newest horror intersection!

Zach Hammill – Movie Friend

Here are my glowing reviews for Jane Schoenbrun’s TEENAGE SEX AND DEATH AT CAMP MIASMA, and for Matt Johnson’s TONY (which also includes mini-reviews for NIRVANNA THE BAND THE SHOW THE MOVIE, which Johnson also directed this year, and MILE END KICKS, which Johnson produced)

Jason Hemming – Cinema Recall

New episode of Random Thoughts of a Movie Insomniac where The Vern reviews Spider-Man: Brand New Day, I Want Your Sex & other great indie films.

Bonus video – Ashley and The Vern non-spoiler review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day (in car after watching)

La La Land celebrated its 10th Anniversary, and Cinema Recall reposted their episode on this musical classic.  Along with a discussion on the movie that helped inspire it, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg.

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C.B. Jacobson – Picturegoer

In this week’s issue of the “Picturegoer” newsletter, thoughts on “Minions & Monsters”, “Bulldog Drummond”, “Hot Rod”, “The Spiders”, “The Train” and “Alfred Hitchcock Presents”.  Follow the link!

Jakob Kolness – JakobTalksFilm

Over at JakobTalksFilm, Jakob reviews Jane Schoenbrun’s new film Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma!

Over on Best Animated Podcast, Jakob (and guest host Erik Larson) discuss Hayao Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning masterpiece Spirited Away!

Be sure to follow him on Twitter, BluSky, and Letterboxd!

Be sure to follow Best Animated Podcast on Twitter, Blusky, and Instagram.

Matthew Liedke – Liedke on Film

At his site, Liedke reviewed the new biopic about Anthony Bourdain, “Tony,” and the dinosaur adventure flick “The End of Oak Street.”

For socials, follow Liedke on Letterboxd, BlueSky, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews: 

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Nicholas Palodichuk – St. Paul Filmcast

Review of “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma”

Review of “The Rivals of Amziah King”

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

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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 197

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 Samurai and the Ice Cream Man

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

It’s been a busy stretch for The MN Movie Man! Plenty of new reviews have landed on the site, starting with One Night Only, Cookie Queens, and the latest web-slinging adventure, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. There’s also Furious, Lockbox, Motor City, The Last Picture Shows, The Python Hunt, Mockbuster, The Bay, Minions & Monsters, and The Invite.

On the physical media side, three classics get a closer look: the 1935 A Midsummer Night’s Dream on Blu-Ray, the newly restored Last Summer (1969), and Anyone But You on 4K UHD.

Over at Loud and Clear Reviews, The MN Movie Man tackled Disney’s live-action Moana and the final ride with jackass: best & last.

As always, be sure to follow The MN Movie Man on Instagram, Letterboxd, TikTok, Bluesky, and Facebook for weekly early looks at upcoming films, physical media updates, and other news 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 films:

Matt Clark – Kino Ventura

Matt takes a look at Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s period mystery, The Samurai and the Prisoner.

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian recently reviewed Ice Cream Man and Late Fame.

For his Patreon subscribers, he reviewed SOULM8TE.

Check out more of Brian’s work by joining his Patreon community.

Dallas Fisher – Dallas Goes To The Movies

Dallas had the privilege of viewing two movies early this week, and here are his reviews for them:

Also, here’s the monthly reminder that he is hosting movie trivia at Emagine Willow Creek on August 19th from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Kyle Goethe – Goat Film Reviews

This week, you can find reviews for several new releases:

Late Fame, which I saw at MSPIFF, is also out this weekend:

On the TV side of things, we also have a review of Ted Lasso’s fourth season premiere:

Tune in for weekly Ted Lasso coverage!

Jakob Kolness – JakobTalksFilm

Over at JakobTalksFilm, Jakob reviews the new season of Ted Lasso!

Over on Best Animated Podcast, Jakob (and guest host Kara Lidberg) hop on the saddle to discuss DreamWorks Animation’s 2002 Oscar nominee Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron! 

Be sure to follow him on Twitter, BluSky, and Letterboxd!

Be sure to follow Best Animated Podcast on Twitter, Blusky, and Instagram.

Erik Larson – Hamline Oracle

Erik published one review this week for ”Spider-Man: Brand New Day” (2026)

Ruth Maramis – FlixChatter

At FlixChatter, Ruth continues to review both TV and films, recent or new releases:

Ruth also paid a brief tribute to the late Glen Hansard 

Mark McPherson – Movies With Mark

Film Reviews:

Brian Orndorf – Blu-Ray.Com

Film Reviews:

One Night Only

Ice Cream Man

Soulm8te

The Weird Kidz

Olmo

Big Baby

Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Nicholas Palodichuk – St. Paul Filmcast

Review of Tony

Review of One Night Only

Interview w/ film critic Erik Larson

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

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