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.

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

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.

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.

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

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 is back with some new reviews!

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Film Reviews:

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Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

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


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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.

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 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 takes a stab at Statham’s latest

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed:

Brian returned to KQRS recently to talk about a few new releases (Coyote vs. AcmeThe End of Oak StreetTeenage 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.

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.

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

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

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.

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!

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

Be sure to follow him on TwitterBluSky, and Letterboxd!

Be sure to follow Best Animated Podcast on TwitterBlusky, and Instagram

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.

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

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Check out the latest from Paul McGuire Grimes!

Follow me across social media @paulsmovietrip, PatreonLetterboxd, and YouTube

Film Reviews:

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Reviews for Insidious: Out of the Further and Hot Spot

Interview with film producer Emily Erhart


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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 189

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.

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.

Since the last update, The MN Movie Man has logged a lot of miles and even more movies — including a stretch out in Los Angeles that turned into a full-on repertory pilgrimage. Rather than chase the newest releases, he spent the trip hopping between the city’s legendary big-screen institutions: Terminator 2: Judgment Day and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes at the Academy Museum’s David Geffen Theater, a back-to-back of Romy & Michele’s High School Reunion and The Wedding Singer at the Aero, the gloriously over-the-top Cutthroat Island at the Vista, Cinderella at Tarantino’s New Beverly, The Rocketeer‘s 35th Anniversary screening at the El Capitan, and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone reimagined in immersive dome form at COSM. He also squeezed in new releases, Backrooms, and Masters of the Universe while in town. Keep an eye on Instagram for the full trip diary and which screenings were worth the airfare.

Back home, the review pile has grown considerably. New write-ups are up for Carolina CarolineHungryChumPitfallOffice RomanceAffectionI Love BoostersRemarkably Bright Creatures, the Cape Fear remake, and the documentary The Thing Expanded — plus earlier additions like MichaelHokum, and a fresh look at the 1985 ensemble classic Clue.

On the physical media side, there’s a healthy stack of 4K reviews, including catalog favorites Robin Hood: Prince of ThievesRed SonjaSoldierInnerspaceBlue Thunder, and John Carpenter’s Vampires, plus a horror double feature of The Eye and The Birthday.

Over at Loud and Clear Reviews, recent contributions include Mother MaryPower BalladObsession, the Polish drama Erupcja starring Charli XCX, and Stolen Kingdom — plus, for anyone still recovering from The Devil Wears Prada 2, a fun rundown of Miranda Priestly’s favorite movies.

As always, be sure to follow The MN Movie Man on InstagramLetterboxdTikTok, and Facebook for weekly early looks at upcoming films, physical media updates, and other news between newsletters.

On Deep Focus Review, Brian recently reviewed:

Brian appeared on KARE 11 Saturday to talk about I Love Boosters and Power Ballad.

He also published a collection of his reviews on the website about Classical Hollywood Cinema.

For his Patreon subscribers, Brian posted a new entry to The Definitives: The Philadelphia Story (1940). Get more of Brian’s work by joining his Patreon community.

Dallas has a few recent reviews up on his website. If you don’t feel like searching or guessing, you can click below to read specific reviews:

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Masters of the Universe. That review can also be read at the Eden Prairie Local News and the Woodbury News Net.

This week, I’ve got three new release reviews for a big blockbuster and a few smaller festival hits!

For Pride Month, Chaz Kangas speaks with director Jake West on the new Severin restored edition of his late 90s vampire classic ‘Razor Blade Smile’ and how it reflects the late 90s vampire sceneers

  • Review: Forastera (2025) – A beguiling, haunting tale of familial loss set in Mallorca
  • Review: RENOIR (2025) – 1980s Tokyo seen through the eyes of a precocious, imaginative young girl
  • MAY 2026 Viewing Recap + Mini Review of Spider-Noir TV Series – one of Nic Cage’s best performances
  • Review: TUNER (2026) – Leo Woodall hits all the right notes in this music-themed heist thriller
  • Review: Masters of the Universe (2026) – This toy-based fantasy movie embraces its silly nature and delivers a goofy good time

Paul is back with some FUN interviews and reviews.

Don’t forget to follow Paul on social media @PAULSMOVIETRIP, on Letterboxd,  Patreon, and YouTube

Film Reviews:

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Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:


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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 179

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.

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.

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed the following titles:

For his Patreon community, he posted an exclusive review of The Bride!.

For the Duluth News Tribune, Jay rounded up this year’s Best Picture Oscar nominees. For The Tangential, he reviewed Sirāt.

The Vern writes a review of a fun little noir thriller about a late-night security guard who suspects something foul of one of its tenants in Shift.

The Vern gets called by his real name and discusses the Oscars on the DDI Films Podcast. And later on, The Rotten Truth, The Vern and Donnie discuss the lowest-rated movie in Rotten Tomatoes’ history: Stephen King’s Graveyard Shift, which got a 0% on Rotten Tomatoes.

On Press Play, Eric Houston talks murder babies and Michael Moriarty with his review of Larry Cohen’s It’s Alive Trilogy.

Over at JakobTalksFilm, Jakob reviews the new Disney/PIXAR film Hoppers and gives his Final Winner Predictions for the 98th Academy Awards!

Be sure to follow him on TwitterBluSky, and Letterboxd!

Erik published 5 reviews this week, finishing his series ranking the 10 Best Picture nominees for the 98th Oscars. They include “Sentimental Value,” “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners,” “Hamnet,” and “Marty Supreme.”

At his site, Liedke reviewed recent releases “Psycho Killer,” “How to Make a Killing,” “Crime 101,” “Hoppers” and “Protector.” He also wrote about the films nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Oscars, and penned a column about the closing of his hometown theater in International Falls, Minn.

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Film Reviews:

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD:

Film reviews for The Dreadful and The Bride.

Interview with film reviewer Jared Huizenga.


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The Minnesota Movie Digest: Issue No. 175

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.

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

He is also reviewing a different Hong Kong action movie every Sunday for the first half of 2026. This week, he wrote about John Woo’s 1986 film A Better Tomorrow.

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed the following titles:

For his community on Patreon, Brian posted an exclusive review of The Strangers: Chapter 3.

Dallas has two new reviews over at his website that are actually for movies released last weekend, but they’re still playing in theaters:

You can also see some video reviews for a few newer releases on his Instagram:

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Josephine out of the Sundance Film Festival. He also has an early review for Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die.

He also made a list of predictions of who will be the jury president of this year’s Cannes Film Festival.

Over at JakobTalksFilm, Jakob catches up on Sundance reviews for Chasing Summer, Union County, and the Audience and Dramatic Prize winner Josephine!

Be sure to follow him on TwitterBluSky, and Letterboxd!

Erik published two new film reviews this week:

He has also been invited by Emagine Willow Creek to host the February 11th edition of their Secret Movie Night series. Tickets are still available!

At his site, Liedke reviewed recent releases “Mercy,” “Shelter,” and “Send Help.”

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Paul is back with some new reviews and interviews

You can find Paul on social media @PAULSMOVIETRIP, Letterboxd, YouTube, and Patreon

Film Reviews:

Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

Film Reviews:

Interview with writer/illustrator Dennis Vogen


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The Minnesota Movie Digest: No. 174

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.

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 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 is also reviewing a different Hong Kong action movie every Sunday for the first half of 2026. This week, he wrote about John Woo’s 1979 film Last Hurrah for Chivalry.

On Deep Focus Review, Brian reviewed Send Help and Shelter.

He also posted an expanded version of his essay in The Definitives about Jules Dassin’s Brute Force (1947).

For more of Brian’s exclusive reviews and essays, please consider joining DFR’s community on Patreon.

Brian also appeared opposite Chris Hrapsky on the latest episode of The CineFiles, where they discussed Send HelpThe Rip, and Mercy.

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Shelter and The Wrecking Crew. He also previewed all the films he planned on seeing at the (virtual) Sundance Film Festival.

GOAT Film Reviews has reviews for two new releases this week!

In this week’s “Picturegoer” newsletter, thoughts on “Mercy”, “The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse”, “Evil of Frankenstein”, “Strike”, “There Will Be Blood”, and “Dropsie Avenue”.  Follow the link.

Over at JakobTalksFilm, Jakob reviews Sam Raimi’s return to horror, Send Help, and shares his Personal Awards for the films of 2025!

Be sure to follow him on TwitterBluSky, and Letterboxd!

Erik has one new film review this week, covering “Avatar: Fire and Ash” (2025).

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Film Reviews:

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Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:

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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.

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.

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 InstagramLetterboxdTikTok, and Facebook for his weekly early looks at upcoming films and other updates between newsletters!

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.

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.

At The Cinema Dispatch, Hunter reviewed Fountain of Youth.

Film Reviews:

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

Paul has some new reviews and interviews to share!

Find Paul on social media @PAULSMOVIETRIP and on Letterboxd

Film Reviews:

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Blu-ray/UHD Reviews:


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