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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 142

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: Making Friends during The Phoenician Scheme

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 summer movie season has officially kicked off and The MN Movie Man has several new and upcoming reviews for you this week.  Out now are Fear Street: Prom Queen and Restless, while May 30 will see the release of the queasy new horror film Bring Her Back.

At Loud and Clear Reviews, Joe’s reviews of the live-action remake of Lilo & Stich was published as well as Wes Anderson’s new comedy, The Phoenician Scheme.

A reminder that The MN Movie Man will be hosting Secret Movie Night at Emagine Willow Creek on Wednesday, June 11 at 7pm.  Don’t delay!  Get those tickets today.  One theater is nearly full, and the “Movie Only” theater (for overflow) is starting to sell.  Hope to see you there!

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!

Matt Clark – Kino Ventura

Matt joined Harry and Cody on the Trylove Podcast to discuss The Friends of Eddie Coyle, which played as part of the Trylon’s “Cantankerous Peter Boyle” series.

Brian Eggert – Deep Focus Review

On Deep Focus Review, Brian covered:

He also returned to KARE 11 to share his movie recommendations for Memorial Day weekend. And in case you missed it, check out the first episode of The CineFiles, a new movie-themed show on KARE 11+ starring Brian alongside anchor Chris Hrapsky and film journalist Jamie Rogers.

Hunter Friesen – The Cinema Dispatch

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Fountain of Youth.

Zach Hammill – Movie Friend

Film Reviews:

C.B. Jacobson – Picturegoer

In this week’s issue of the “Picturegoer” newsletter, thoughts on “A Minecraft Movie”; changing American sexual mores in “Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice”; Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell in “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”; Dustin Hoffman and Laurence Olivier in “Marathon Man”; Rudolph Valentino as “The Sheik”; and the third volume of Moore and O’Neill’s “League of Extraordinary Gentlemen”.  Follow the link: https://picturegoer.substack.com/p/picturegoer-vol-3-issue-16-a-minecraft-468

Catherine Krummey – Veg Out Recipes

Catherine has two new reviews on The Feed: “Jane Austen Wrecked My Life” and “Lilo & Stitch.” She also published a new list on Letterboxd: Jane Austen Joints, which ranks the movie adaptations she’s seen of the beloved author’s work.

Ruth Maramis – FlixChatter

Paul McGuire Grimes – Paul’s Trip to the Movies

Paul has some new reviews and interviews to share!

Find Paul on social media @PAULSMOVIETRIP and on Letterboxd

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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The Alliance Lately: Issue No. 113

The Alliance Lately: A Memoir of a Snail by Anora and Emilia Pérez

Welcome to The Alliance Lately, the official newsletter from the Minnesota Film Critics Alliance (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 Alliance Lately 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 Alliance Lately.

Joe Botten (The MN Movie Man)

With the book of Halloween 2024 closed, The MN Movie Man‘s 31 Days to Scare is also complete.  Check out all of the fright-delights here!

On the new release front, two films Joe first saw at the Toronto Film Festival arrived in theaters, and both will factor into the end-of-year awards talk! Get ready to meet two fascinating women: Emilia Pérez and Anora. The other new release for the week is a YA horror for Netflix, Time Cut.

Reviews of Bob Trevino Likes It, winner of the MNFCA Prize at the Twin Cities Film Fest, and more are also on The MN Movie Man’s Instagram and Facebook for weekly hot takes and other updates between newsletters!

Eli Brau

Eli has a few new pieces this week over on Cinephile Corner. In their movie reviews section, they have reviews for a few new releases, including Anora, The Substance, Blink Twice, Memoir of a Snail, MadS, Between the Temple, and Woman of the Hour. They also have classic reviews for Onibaba (1965), Ring (1998), and Pulse (2001).

And then in their rankings section, they have lists for the best horror movies of all time, the best horror movies of the 2020s so far, and the best Stephen King movie adaptations.

Hunter Friesen (The Cinema Dispatch)

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Blitz and Here.

Barrett Goetz

Catherine Krummey

Catherine paired the hit TV show “Wednesday” with fudge on Veg Out. Plus, she has three new reviews on The Feed: “Shrinking” (Season Two), “Before” (Season One) and “Emilia Perez.” She also asked a question in the “My Old Ass” virtual press conference, published an appreciation post for the 1983 vampire film “The Hunger” and started her FYC Friday series with microreviews of “Ghostlight,” “Late Night with the Devil” and more. Additionally, the “Demons & Monsters & Creatures, OH MY!” series she co-hosted wrapped up with more scary season films and shows, on top of being featured in other Halloween-themed community posts on Instagram.

Tim Lammers

Over at Forbes, Tim published the following pieces:

Matthew Liedke

At his site, Liedke reviewed Conclave and Saturday Night. He also published his annual Adventures in B-Movie Horror article.

Ruth Maramis

TCFF Highlights + My interview with Daisy Ridley & Tom Bateman about their thriller MAGPIE

TCFF Review: Unstoppable

October Monthly Watching Recap + Mini Reviews of Arab Blues + All We Carry documentary

Ruth finally saw The Wizard of Oz at Halloween for the first time and here are her quick thoughts on the beloved classic.

Paul McGuire Grimes (Paul’s Trip to the Movies)

Paul has some new reviews and interviews to share this week! Follow him on social media @PAULSMOVIETRIP to share your new hot takes

Paul interviews Rosie Perez and Jacobi Jupe for the new AppleTV+ series “Before”

Paul sits down with the cast of “A Real Pain” with Jesse Eisenberg, Jennifer Grey, and Will Sharpe

Plus reviews of:

“A Real Pain”

“Addams Family Values” on 4K

And check out my recent segment on “Twin Cities Live” with reviews and interviews for “Disclaimer” and “Before”

Mark McPherson (Movies With Mark)

Brian Orndorf (Blu-Ray.Com)

Movies

Blu-ray/UHD

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

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The Alliance Lately: Issue No. 111

The Alliance Lately: Smile 2 the Woman of the Hour on your way to the Conclave

Welcome to The Alliance Lately, the official newsletter from the Minnesota Film Critics Alliance (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 Alliance Lately 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 Alliance Lately.

Joe Botten (The MN Movie Man)

Joe has been keeping his 31 Days to Scare going and has something for all walks of horror fans.  Check it out and bookmark it as we get closer to Halloween.

On The MN Movie Man, Joe has reviews of new releases Smile 2, Woman of the Hour, and MadS.  He’s also playing catch-up on titles that have been dropping over the last few weeks: Seeking Mavis Beacon, Will & Harper, Things Will Be Different, The Radleys, The Outrun, It’s What’s Inside, Blink, and Hoard.

Brian Eggert (Deep Focus Review)

Brian covered the new releases Smile 2 and MadS. He also previewed the Twin Cities Film Fest and, from the festival, wrote about On Becoming a Guinea Fowl.

For his Patreon subscribers, Brian continued his month of exclusive horror reviews with his takes on Terrifier 3 and Netflix’s Fear Street Part One: 1994 (2021).

Brian also appeared on KARE 11 on Saturday, October 19, to share some fall movie recommendations and talk about his favorite horror movie.

Hunter Friesen (The Cinema Dispatch)

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter posted a review for Smile 2.

Kyle Goethe

Over at the GOAT Film Reviews website, Kyle has a review for the new release Green Night.

In addition, Kyle is continuing his yearly 31 Days of Horror event:

Kyle Goethe & Nicholas Palodichuk

Zach Hammill

This week, Zach gets caught up with The Substance, and reviews the new film We Live in Time.

Jason Hemming

This week Jason reviewed Smile 2.

Eric Houston

Movie Man Eric released a podcast this week reviewing The Wasp, Inside Out 2, Challengers, and a handful of Universal Monsters movies!

Catherine Krummey

Last week’s Veg Out pairing was 2011’s “Thor” and smørrebrød. Plus, she has two new reviews on The Feed: “Smile 2” and “Magpie.” She also published a preview of the Twin Cities Film Fest. Additionally, she participated in a “Food & Drink Files: Netflix Edition” collab, got 10/10 on an Instagram movie trivia show and the “Demons & Monsters & Creatures, OH MY!” series she is co-hosting continued with more scary season films and shows.

Ruth Maramis

Ruth reviewed Saturday Night and Conclave. She also previewed 10 must-see documentaries as part of her Twin Cities Film Fest countdown.

Paul McGuire Grimes (Paul’s Trip to the Movies)

Paul has a variety of new updates this week:

New Reviews of:

Woman of the Hour

The Apprentice

Heartstopper Season 3

Twin Cities Film Fest 2024 Celebrates its 15th Anniversary

A Nightmare On Elm Street celebrates 40th Anniversary with new 4K and Paul interviews Robert Englund and Heather Langenkamp

Twin Cities Live 10/11/24 – Interviews with Ariana DeBose for House of Spoils and Christophe Reeve’s family for Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story

Mark McPherson (Movies With Mark)

Brian Orndorf (Blu-Ray.Com)

Movies

Blu-ray/UHD

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The Alliance Lately: Issue No. 94

Minnesota Film Critics Alliance Newsletter

The Alliance Lately: Presumed Tuesday

Welcome to The Alliance Lately, the official newsletter from the Minnesota Film Critics Alliance (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 Alliance Lately 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 Alliance Lately.

Joe Botten (The MN Movie Man)

Joe, aka The MN Movie Man, has been busy watching and reviewing the latest films. Here are some of his recent reviews:

Brian Eggert (Deep Focus Review)

This week, Brian Eggert wrote about a few releases, including A24’s fantastical tearjerker Tuesday, Pixar’s Inside Out 2, and the Malaysian coming-of-age horror movie Tiger Stripes.

Read more of Brian’s work at Deep Focus Review.

Hunter Friesen (The Cinema Dispatch)

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter published full reviews for Cannes titles The Substance, Emilia Perez, and Anora. He also did a roundup of short reviews for several other films he saw within the lineup. And then he reviewed the new release of Tuesday.He also appeared on the Reel Chronicles Podcast to discuss the 40th anniversary of Ghostbusters.

Matt Hambidge

Here’s what Matt Hambridge was watching this week:

Zach Hammill

Here are Zach’s latest submissions:

Catherine Krummey (Veg Out Recipes)

To celebrate Pride, Catherine Krummey paired Cheryl Dunye’s 1996 New Queer Cinema classic The Watermelon Woman with a summer-ready recipe for watermelon sorbet. Read her essay on the film here.

Matthew Liedke (Liedke on Film)

Dive into Matthew’s recent film adventures:

Ruth Maramis (FlixChatter)

Here are the latest flicks Ruth has been talking about!

Paul McGuire Grimes (Paul’s Trip to the Movies)

Here are Paul’s latest submissions:

Mark McPherson (Movies With Mark)

Mark has been writing up reviews for some fascinating films recently:

Brian Orndorf (Blu-Ray.Com)

Brian has been busy reviewing a variety of Blu-rays and UHD releases. Here are some of his latest reviews:

Brian’s Movie Reviews

Brian’s Blu-ray & UHD Reviews Brian also reviewed a variety of Blu-rays and UHD releases. Here are some of his recent reviews:

For more detailed reviews and insights, check out Brian Orndorf’s website at brianorndorf.com.

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

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The Alliance Lately: Issue No. 93

Minnesota Film Critics Alliance Newsletter

The Alliance Lately: Ride or Die

Welcome to The Alliance Lately, the official newsletter from the Minnesota Film Critics Alliance (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 Alliance Lately 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 Alliance Lately.

Joe Botten (The MN Movie Man)

Find out if shark cinema lover Joe thought a new Netflix flick was smooth sailing or chum in the water as well as reviews of two more new releases in theaters.

Eli Brau (Cinephile Corner)

Over on the reviews section of Eli’s site, there are articles for several new releases, including Hit Man, Furiosa, Stopmotion, and Love Lies Bleeding, as well as a throwback review for Nebraska (2013).

Don’t be nervous to explore around this (Cinephile) corner!

Brian Eggert (Deep Focus Review)

On Deep Focus Review, Brian wrote about the new releases Hit Man and The Watchers, along with a short take on this year’s Night Shift. 

Brian also posted a new entry in his essay series, The Definitives, about Steven Soderbergh’s Contagion from 2011. 

Additionally, Brian continued his “Filmmaker in Focus” series about Bertrand Bonello with a review of 2019’s Zombi Child for his Patreon community. He also appeared on The LAMBcast podcast to talk about movies from 1998. 

Matt Hambidge

This week, Matt analyzes a long-awaited sequel that performed impressively at the box office and a thrilling crime comedy that captivated audiences at fall festivals. Check out his in-depth critiques:

For more detailed reviews and insights, dive into Matt’s perspectives on FandomWire and News from the Couch.

Ruth Maramis (FlixChatter)

Looking for some movie recommendations? Check out these reviews on FlixChatter:

And Ruth doesn’t want you to miss this wonderful indie film, perfect for Father’s Day:
Nowhere Special: James Norton is exceptional in this beautifully poignant father-son drama.

Paul McGuire Grimes (Paul’s Trip to the Movies)

Don’t miss out on these movie and TV reviews, and then head over to Paul’s Trip to the Movies to share your thoughts!

Mark McPherson (Movies With Mark)

This week, Mark delves into a beloved animated revival, an action-packed sequel, and a thought-provoking piece on gender identity through the lens of media nostalgia. Check out his latest reviews:

For more detailed reviews and insights, visit Mark McPherson’s website!

Brian Orndorf (Blu-Ray.Com)

Making his Alliance Lately debut, Brian examines a variety of films, from intense thrillers to heartfelt dramas, as well as some intriguing Blu-ray and UHD releases.

Movies

Blu-ray/UHD

For more detailed reviews and insights, check out Brian Orndorf’s website at brianorndorf.com.

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

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The Alliance Lately: Issue No. 92

Minnesota Film Critics Alliance Newsletter

The Alliance Lately Awakens

Welcome back to The Alliance Lately, the official newsletter from the Minnesota Film Critics Alliance (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 Alliance Lately 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.

Thanks for hopping aboard our movie magic carpet ride. Stay tuned for more reel love in The Alliance Lately.

Joe Botten (The MN Movie Man)

  • The Mattachine Family: Review available here.
  • Summer Camp: Read the review here.
  • Young Woman and the Sea: Review available here.
  • In a Violent Nature: Check out the review here.
  • The Beach Boys: Read the review here.
  • Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga: Review available here.
  • Babes: Check out the review here.

Exciting news: Joe has overhauled his archive of 2400+ reviews for easier navigation. Explore it here.

Additionally, Joe wrapped up his coverage of the Chicago Critics Film Festival, which he attended in early May. Read all about it here.

Brian Eggert (Deep Focus Review)

Over at Deep Focus Review, Brian covered several new releases, including Young Woman and the Sea, The Dead Don’t Hurt, In a Violent Nature, Handling the Undead, and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.

Brian also appeared on KARE 11 on May 25 to discuss Furiosa and some upcoming summer releases. And for his Patreon subscribers, he wrote a Reader’s Choice review about Christopher Nolan’s The Prestige from 2006.

Read more of Brian’s latest at Deep Focus Review.

Zach Hammill (Movie Friend)

Zach has posted new reviews on his blog! Check out his thoughts on Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga here, I Saw the TV Glow here, and Civil War here.

Catherine Krummey (Veg Out Recipes)

Cat’s Pairing of the Week:
Fallen Angels + Hong Kong Noodles https://vegoutrecipes.com/fallen-angel-hair/

Ruth Maramis (FlixChatter)

Ruth has been active with new reviews and articles! Discover her review of the documentary The Last Daughter here, her Memorial Day special on The Blue Angels here, and her thoughts on Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga here. Additionally, check out her review of The Dead Don’t Hurt here and her Cannes film festival preview here.

Paul McGuire Grimes (Paul’s Trip to the Movies)

Paul has been churning out new reviews and interviews! Check out his latest content:

  • Ezra: Review available here and interviews with Tony Goldwyn, Rose Byrne, and Bobby Cannavale here.
  • Young Woman and the Sea: Read the review here.
  • Hit Man: Review available here.
  • Atlas: Check out the review here.
  • Babes: Read the review here.

Additionally, you can catch his reviews of Furiosa, Challengers, and The Fall Guy on Twin Cities Live here.

Mark McPherson (Movies With Mark)

Mark has been busy with new reviews! Check out his take on Young Woman and the Sea here, his candid thoughts on Jerry Seinfeld’s Unfrosted here and here, and his review of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga here. Plus, read his article on Furiosa at Twin Cities Geek here.

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

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‘Oppenheimer’ wins seven MNFCA awards, including Best Picture

“Oppenheimer” was the big winner of this year’s Minnesota Film Critics Alliance Awards, earning seven victories in total, including Best Picture.

The historical film by director Christopher Nolan had been nominated in 13 categories, the most by any film in MNFCA history. Also with a strong showing with this year’s awards was “Barbie,” which earned three wins, including Best Ensemble.

Find the full list of winners below.

Continue reading “‘Oppenheimer’ wins seven MNFCA awards, including Best Picture”

The Alliance Lately: Issue No. 91

The Academy Award nominations are out and the Minnesota Film Critics Alliance had some thoughts.

In addition to members continuing to publish reviews about nominated films, there were also several pieces dedicated to the biggest winners in the announcement and what pictures were snubbed. The coverage wasn’t limited to just Oscar flicks, though, with several other films reviewed.

Here’s what the alliance has been up to lately.

Continue reading “The Alliance Lately: Issue No. 91”

MNFCA Looks Back At 2023

We may be nearly a month into 2024, but as many know, January is often a month where movies from the previous year are still coming out.

With the month of January nearly over and many more films from 2023 now watched, several members of the MNFCA published lists, videos and podcasts sharing their thoughts on films from last year. From top 10 lists to honorable mentions, get a full look at what Minnesota Critics thought about film in 2023.

Continue reading “MNFCA Looks Back At 2023”

‘Oppenheimer’ earns 13 MNFCA Award nominations

Christopher Nolan’s biopic “Oppenheimer” earned nominations in 13 of the 16 categories for the 2024 MNFCA Awards.

The 2023 historical film received nominations for Best Picture and Best Director, as well as several technical and acting categories. The 13 nominations is the most for any film in the history of the MNFCA.

Continue reading “‘Oppenheimer’ earns 13 MNFCA Award nominations”