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Need Cast? If you are holding auditions for an upcoming production, please post them here! You are also more than welcome to ask us for suggestions... e-mail mac@midwestfilm.com anytime! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
499 | 506 | Tue Jan 24, 2012 11:14 pm kevinpickman  |
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Need Crew? Need Locations? Need... Lights, camera, editors! Whatever it is you need for your production, list it here! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
424 | 441 | Tue Jan 24, 2012 11:22 pm kevinpickman |
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Services Offered for Film Production & Post Production What is it that you can offer to an independent film? Whether you're professional actor, sound designer, cinematographer or if you're brand new and are simply looking to volunteer as a PA on set, post it here! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
114 | 124 | Sat Nov 05, 2011 12:34 pm Mike_McNamara |
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Post Your Film, Your Trailer, Your Music Videos Here You asked for it, you got it! A brand new board here on the Midwest Film Forum... Post links to your trailers, your shorts, your music videos here! Feel free to include a few words to introduce your work... |
99 | 127 | Wed Jan 18, 2012 1:06 pm Cortez Mack |
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Upcoming Midwest Film Events Festivals, film screenings, discussion panels, fundraisers, post it here! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
461 | 486 | Tue Jan 24, 2012 6:06 pm ChiFilmmakers |
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Other Midwest Arts Events Music, theatre, photography, acting workshops, anything in the arts other than indie film. Let us help you spread the word! NO TICKETS PLEASE! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
161 | 163 | Fri Jan 06, 2012 7:32 pm aludwig |
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Comments or Suggestions for Our Festival? We are here to support the Midwest filmmaker, celebrate his or her work and strengthen our independent film community. If you have a suggestion for how we can improve the festival, we want to know! Compliments are also always appreciated. Either way, leave it here and it will be heard. Moderator Mike_McNamara |
9 | 18 | Thu Dec 01, 2011 9:50 am Mike_McNamara |
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Comments or Suggestions for Our Forum? Are there other topics you'd like to see up here? Also, IF YOU ARE HAVING ANY TECHNICAL TROUBLE WITH THE FORUM, PLEASE E-MAIL MAC@MIDWESTFILM.COM IMMEDIATELY and we'll take care of it! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
1 | 1 | Wed Jun 22, 2011 5:48 am Lisa Walker England |
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Say Something Nice About Us! Brand New Forum! We are going to be putting together some new promos for The Midwest Indie and we would love to include some quotes from our filmmakers and filmlovers. Please leave us a quotable quote here and be sure to include your full name and title (even if it's "Filmlover"). We really appreciate it! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
2 | 4 | Tue Apr 13, 2010 10:19 am banzai6 |
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NEW! Rant or Rave About Any Film You Like Right Here! Is there a film everybody MUST see? Is there a movie that should be avoided like the plague? Sound off right here! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
675 | 750 | Tue Jan 24, 2012 3:40 pm ÜberCritic |
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November 2011: THE LAST RITES OF JOE MAY THE LAST RITES OF JOE MAY chronicles the last days in the life of Joe May, an aging, short money hustler who always believed that a glorious destiny awaited him around every corner. Now in his sixties, his health failing and resources dwindling, Joe is presented with one last shot at greatness... What did you think of this film? Let it be known here! |
4 | 5 | Mon Dec 05, 2011 11:20 am norabest |
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October 2011: Ad Community Shorts Night First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with the third annual Advertising Community Shorts Night on Tuesday, October 4th at Landmark's Century Centre Cinema. What was your top pick from the film lineup? Did you agree with the jury's top three? Let it be known here! |
6 | 6 | Fri Oct 21, 2011 7:46 am ÜberCritic |
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September 2011: INCREDIBLY SMALL Screening Shot in Minneapolis over the course of fourteen summer days with an independently financed micro budget, Incredibly Small exemplifies the true spirit of independent film. What did you think of Dean Peterson's debut feature? Let it be heard here! |
4 | 7 | Fri Sep 23, 2011 7:03 am Mike_McNamara |
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August 2011: Chicago Premiere of MEET MONICA VELOUR First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with the Chicago Premiere of the Tribeca selection MEET MONICA VELOUR on Tuesday, August 2nd at Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema. This comedy was fully filmed in Michigan and features an all-star cast, headed by Kim Cattrall and Brian Dennehy. What did you think of the film? Let it be known here!!! |
6 | 7 | Sun Sep 11, 2011 10:35 pm voiceofsilence |
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June 2011: Comedic Shorts Program First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with the festival's annual Comedic Shorts Program on Tuesday, June 7th at Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema. What was your favorite film of the night? Why? Let it be known here! |
3 | 3 | Sat Aug 20, 2011 10:42 am ÜberCritic |
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May 2011: THE DREAM PLAY Chicago Premiere First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with the Chicago Premiere of the award-winning feature THE DREAM PLAY. What did you think of this feature? Let it be known here! |
2 | 3 | Sat May 07, 2011 10:03 pm filmfan |
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April 2011: BALLHAWKS Screening Narrated by Bill Murray, BALLHAWKS is the story of the men who chase baseballs and dreams on the streets outside of Wrigley Field. Post your comments about this documentary right here! |
2 | 3 | Thu May 05, 2011 4:47 pm J Re |
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March 2011: KILL THE IRISHMAN First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with an exclusive advance screening of the Michigan-made crime thriller Kill the Irishman, starring Christopher Walken, Vincent D’Onofrio, Ray Stevenson and an all-star ensemble cast. What did you think of the film? Let it be known here! |
4 | 5 | Sat Mar 19, 2011 9:29 am Mike_McNamara |
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February 2011: CHERRY Premiere The 2011 season of First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival launches with the much-anticipated Chicago Premiere of the SXSW selection Cherry, starring Kyle Gallner, Laura Allen, Esai Morales and Chicago actor Kirk Anderson. What did you think of CHERRY? Post your comments here! |
2 | 4 | Tue Feb 08, 2011 5:13 pm ÜberCritic |
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November 2010: FEED THE FISH Premiere First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with the much-anticipated Chicago Premiere of the comedy Feed the Fish, starring Golden Globe winner Tony Shalhoub, on Tuesday, November 2nd at Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema. What did you think of FEED THE FISH? Post your comments here!!! |
2 | 2 | Sun Jan 02, 2011 2:15 pm ÜberCritic |
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October 2010 Advertising Community Shorts Program What was your favorite film from this annual showcase for the advertising and commercial production community? Why was it your favorite? Let it be known here! |
3 | 4 | Sun Jan 02, 2011 8:17 pm ÜberCritic |
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September 2010: SOMETHING BETTER SOMEWHERE ELSE Festival Premiere This engaging tale of yearning and restlessness from 59 Films and writer-director Ron Lazzeretti features an all-star Chicago cast, including Jenifer Tyler, Christian Stolte and David Pasquesi. What did you think of this film? Which of the four "parts" was your favorite? Your least favorite? Let it be heard here! |
4 | 5 | Sun Jan 02, 2011 2:14 pm ÜberCritic |
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August 2010: CAUGHT IN THE CROSSFIRE Premiere Two detectives (“CSI: Miami” star Adam Rodriguez and Chris Klein) investigating a gang-related crime find themselves targeted by both gang members and crooked cops. Co-starring and executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, written and directed by Michigan native Brian Miller. What did you think of the film? Rant or rave here! |
3 | 4 | Tue Sep 07, 2010 11:37 am ÜberCritic |
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June 2010: Comedic Shorts Program First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with the festival's annual Comedic Shorts Program on Tuesday, June 1st at Landmark’s Century Centre Cinema. What was your favorite film of the night? Why? Let it be known here! |
3 | 6 | Sun Jan 02, 2011 2:12 pm ÜberCritic |
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May 2010: ANNABELLE & BEAR Premiere Annabelle & Bear. A junkie. A rebel. An innocent little girl. Not all families come in a perfect package. What did you think of this Michigan-made feature? Rant or rave right here - no comment too long or too short! |
2 | 2 | Sun Jan 02, 2011 2:10 pm ÜberCritic |
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April 2010: NO CROSSOVER: THE TRIAL OF ALLEN IVERSON Fresh from its world premiere at the 2010 South by Southwest Film Festival and heading into its television premiere as part of the ESPN Films acclaimed “30 for 30” series comes the latest documentary from Hoop Dreams director and Academy Award Nominee Steve James of Chicago's Kartemquin Films. What did you think of this film? Let your voice be heard here! |
4 | 4 | Sun Jan 02, 2011 2:09 pm ÜberCritic |
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March 2010: Female Filmmakers Night What was your favorite film from this inaugural showcase for Midwest female filmmakers? Why was it your favorite? Let it be known here! |
6 | 6 | Tue Jun 14, 2011 6:55 pm summerbrands |
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February 2010: CHICAGO OVERCOAT The fates of an aging hitman (Frank Vincent, The Sopranos, Casino) and a washed up detective (Chicago theatre veteran Danny Goldring) become entwined when one last job leads to one last chance to settle an old score. What did you think of this film? Post your opinion here! |
1 | 2 | Tue Feb 09, 2010 5:00 pm ActressGal |
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November 2009 Screening: THE POOL A boy working in a hotel becomes obsessed with a swimming pool in the opulent hills of Panjim, Goa in India. His life gets turned upside down when he attempts to meet the mysterious family that arrives at the house. Written and directed by Chris Smith (American Movie, The Yes Men). VOICE YOUR OPINION OF THE FILM RIGHT HERE! |
3 | 6 | Sat Nov 28, 2009 8:08 pm Michael P. Noens |
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October 2009: Advertising Community Shorts Night! What was your favorite film from this inaugural showcase for the advertising and commercial production community? Why was it your favorite? Let it be known here! |
5 | 6 | Thu Oct 15, 2009 9:12 am ÜberCritic |
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September 2009: BEING BUCKY Chicago Premiere First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with the Chicago Premiere of the award-winning documentary Being Bucky, directed by Scott Smith. Post your comments here! |
2 | 2 | Thu Sep 17, 2009 6:10 am ÜberCritic |
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August 2009: HANNAH FREE First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with a special sneak preview of the highly anticipated dramatic feature Hannah Free, starring Sharon Gless (Cagney and Lacey, Burn Notice). Please post your comments on the film right here! |
4 | 5 | Mon Aug 17, 2009 3:43 pm Sharptongued |
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June 2009: Comedic Shorts Program Which comedic short was your favorite of the bunch? Please let everyone know right here - please include your pick and why you loved it so much! If you need a refresher on the lineup, you can head here: http://www.midwestfilm.com/pages/june_2_2009___final/355.php |
1 | 1 | Sun Jun 07, 2009 5:54 pm dankuhlman |
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May 2009: BABY ON BOARD Chicago Premiere The story of Angela -an ambitious, image-conscious businesswoman working for over-demanding boss Mary. When Angela becomes unexpectedly pregnant at the peak of her career, her life with her divorce attorney husband, Curtis, is turned upside-down. Post your comments here! |
7 | 12 | Tue Jun 02, 2009 3:17 pm sidewinder3000 |
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April 2009: THE MERRY GENTLEMAN Midwest Premiere The film begins with a woman who leaves an abusive relationship to begin a new life in a new city, where she forms an unlikely and ironic relationship with a suicidal hit man (unbeknownst to her). Enter a worn, alcoholic detective to form the third party in a very unusual triangle, and this story begins to unfold. Post your comments about this film here! |
1 | 4 | Sat May 02, 2009 5:00 pm ÜberCritic |
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March 2009: SONG SUNG BLUE SONG SUNG BLUE is the alternately inspiring and tragic love story of Lightning & Thunder, a homegrown Milwaukee husband & wife singing duo who pay tribute to the music of Neil Diamond. For Mike and Claire Sardina, aka Lightning & Thunder, dreams are the fuel and music the engine of life. SONG SUNG BLUE goes behind the curtain with this brave couple, from their humble beginnings over 20 years ago to the threshold of fame, from disaster to rebirth through to the final chapters in the lives of these authentic American dreamers. |
2 | 3 | Wed May 06, 2009 10:44 am Mike_McNamara |
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February 2009: THE POKER HOUSE Midwest Premiere An ordinary day in young Agnes' life is anything but. With a strung-out mother, a pimp father figure, and a home overrun by gamblers, thieves, and johns, Agnes is simply trying to survive. What did you think of THE POKER HOUSE? Post your comments here! |
2 | 2 | Fri Feb 06, 2009 4:25 pm ÜberCritic |
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November 2008: ELECTION DAY Screening! Forget the pie charts, color-coded maps and hyperventilating pundits. What's the street-level experience of voters in today's America? In a triumph of documentary storytelling, Election Day combines eleven stories--all shot simultaneously on November 2, 2004, from dawn until long past midnight-into one. Factory workers, ex-felons, harried moms, Native American activists, and diligent poll watchers, from South Dakota to Florida, take the process of democracy into their own hands. What did you think of ELECTION DAY? Post your comments here! |
1 | 1 | Thu Nov 06, 2008 9:19 am ÜberCritic |
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October 2008 Screening: HOME OF THE GIANTS Home of the Giants is a coming-of-age story told through the eyes of "Gar (Haley Joel Osment)", a high school journalist who covers the basketball team as it heads toward a state championship. Gar's best friend, Matt (Ryan Merriman), is the team's star ; when Matt is asked by a drug dealer and small-time hood to throw the big game, Gar inevitably gets caught in the middle. What did you think of the film? Sound off here! |
1 | 1 | Sat Oct 11, 2008 6:40 am ÜberCritic |
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September 2008: THE PROMOTION! Let your voice be heard here about this dark comedy starring John C. Reilly and Seann William Scott, written and directed by Steve Conrad. If you agree or disagree with what someone has to say about the film, don't be shy! |
4 | 4 | Wed Sep 03, 2008 4:54 pm KillaB |
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August 2008: Surprise Premiere Screening of I.O.U.S.A. Few are aware that America may be on the brink of a financial meltdown. I.O.U.S.A. explores the country's shocking current fiscal condition and ways to avoid a national economic disaster. Let your opinion of this film be heard right here! |
2 | 3 | Sat Aug 23, 2008 11:18 am Mike_McNamara |
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July 2008: Chicago Premiere of DIMINISHED CAPACITY First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continueD with a special Chicago premiere screening of the Steppenwolf Films comedy Diminished Capacity on Tuesday, July 1st at Landmark's Century Centre Cinema, beginning at 6 p.m. the feature stars Matthew Broderick, Virginia Madsen and Alan Alda and premiered earlier this year at the Sundance Film Festival. What did you think of the film? Sound off right here! |
1 | 6 | Sun Jul 06, 2008 6:44 pm ÜberCritic |
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June 2008 Screening: IN THE FAMILY What did you think of IN THE FAMILY? Post your comments here! In the Family, a film by Joanna Rudnick produced by Kartemquin Films, takes an intensely personal look at what follows the results of a predictive genetic test. |
4 | 6 | Sun Jun 08, 2008 11:10 am schmudde |
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May 2008 Comedic Shorts Program First Tuesdays with The Midwest Independent Film Festival continue with the 2008 Comedic Shorts Program, screening on Tuesday, May 6th at Landmark's Century Centre Cinema, beginning at 6 p.m. This laughworthy lineup includes recent South by Southwest selections Train Town and The European Kid. Here's your chance to rant or rave about the evening's films! |
12 | 27 | Sat May 10, 2008 6:46 pm Casie Ernst |
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April 2008 Screening: AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL In a society where "celebutantes" like Paris Hilton dominate newsstands and models who weigh less than 90 pounds die from malnutrition, female body image is one of the more dire problems facing today's society. America the Beautiful illuminates the issue by covering every base. Child models, plastic surgery, celebrity worship, airbrushed advertising, dangerous cosmetics - no rock is left unturned. |
7 | 10 | Sat Jan 10, 2009 12:34 pm Jeana Kalie |
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March 2008 Documentary Shorts Program This impressive lineup featured world premiere screenings and award-winning films covering a diverse range of topics. What did you think of these films? What was your favorite? Least favorite? Post your comments right here! |
7 | 13 | Mon Mar 10, 2008 10:50 pm Dieter Frank |
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February 2008: OSSO BUCCO World Premiere! The Midwest Independent Film Festival launched its 2008 season with the World Premiere of the Chicago-produced comedy Osso Bucco on Tuesday, February 5th. The feature stars Illeana Douglas (Ghost World, ABC’s Ugly Betty), Mike Starr (The Black Dahlia, Goodfellas) and features an exceptional supporting cast of Chicago talent. |
6 | 11 | Sat Jan 10, 2009 4:34 pm Jeana Kalie |
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December 2007 Screening: GRACE IS GONE Grace Is Gone is a film starring John Cusack as a father who does not want to tell his two daughters that their sergeant mother has died in Iraq. Desperate to delay telling the children they embark on a spontaneous road trip. The farther they drive the closer they become yet Stanley knows he must face the inevitable task of changing their lives forever. Post your comments here! |
2 | 8 | Mon Dec 17, 2007 10:10 pm filmfan |
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November 2007 I WANT SOMEONE TO EAT CHEESE WITH James is a frustrated and underappreciated Chicago actor who lives with his mother and has only really wanted three things in life: someone to love him, a great part, and to lose weight. Unfortunately, he is 0 for 3. Post your comments about this film right here! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
8 | 14 | Wed Dec 05, 2007 3:49 pm cathyerica |
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October 2007 Screening: INDESTRUCTIBLE Midwest Premiere It was truly an honor to present the Midwest Premiere of the award-winning documentary INDESTRUCTIBLE on Tuesday, October 2nd. Named Best Documentary at this year’s Cinequest Film Festival and fresh from the Montreal Film Festival, this autobiographical tour-de-force marks the debut for Chicago filmmaker and ALS patient Ben Byer. Post your thoughts on the film here! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
5 | 7 | Sun Jul 20, 2008 10:40 pm Mike_McNamara |
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September 2007 Screening: CRIME FICTION The Midwest Independent Film Festival (www.MidwestFilm.com) is honored to present the locally produced thriller CRIME FICTION on Tuesday, September 4th. Featuring a cast and crew loaded with Chicago talent, this film received its world premiere at this year’s Slamdance Film Festival. Crime Fiction is the story of murder, betrayal and outrageous artistic fortune. Moderator Mike_McNamara |
4 | 5 | Thu Sep 06, 2007 12:33 am Orpheus |
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August 2007 Screening: STREET THIEF! Our sixth straight standing room only crowd in 2007. What did you think of STREET THIEF? Here is your opportunity to rant or rave to your heart's content. Moderator Mike_McNamara |
3 | 8 | Tue Oct 09, 2007 1:22 am sabline |
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June 2007 Screening: D.O.A.P. Directed by Gabriel Range. Winner of the International Critics' Prize at the Toronto Film Festival, DEATH OF A PRESIDENT is conceived as a fictional TV documentary broadcast in 2008, reflecting on another monstrously despicable and cataclysmic event: the assassination of President George W. Bush on October 19th, 2007. Let us, let your filmmakers and let your fellow filmlovers know what you thought of the film right here! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
2 | 5 | Mon Aug 06, 2007 10:05 am Mike_McNamara |
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May 2007 Screening: Comedic Shorts Program Voice your opinion on one or all of the films in this month's Comedic Shorts Program. If you agree or disagree with what someone else has to say about a particular piece, don't be shy! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
7 | 10 | Sun Jun 10, 2007 5:54 pm lbrbproductions |
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April 2007 Screening: ROCK THE BELLS Directed by Casey Suchan and Denis Henry Hennelly. Personifying the fierce independence and do-it-yourself spirit of the Hip Hop generation, entrepreneur Chang Weisberg puts everything - his reputation, his sanity, his family, his mortgage - on the line for his impossible dream of reuniting genre superstars and notorious no-shows The Wu-Tang Clan. Let us, let your filmmakers and let your fellow filmlovers know what you thought of the film right here! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
1 | 10 | Fri Apr 20, 2007 12:38 am sabline |
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March 2007 Screening: STEEL CITY Written and directed by Brian Jun. Starring 2007 Golden Globe winner America Ferrera, Laurie Metcalf, Independent Spirit Nominee Raymond J. Barry! Voice your opinion here! Let other people know what you think of their critiques! Have fun! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
1 | 2 | Mon Mar 12, 2007 12:51 pm cfolkens |
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February 2007 Midwest Shorts Program Voice your opinion on one or all of the films in this month's Midwest Shorts Program. If you agree or disagree with what someone else has to say about a particular piece, don't be shy! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
7 | 17 | Tue Mar 30, 2010 8:21 am ZachDenzer |
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November 2006 Screening: IOWA! Matt Farnsworth's cautionary tale of love, crime, fantasy, and addiction. Voice your opinion here! Let other people know what you think of their critiques! Have fun! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
6 | 13 | Thu Nov 23, 2006 7:43 am gooseswan |
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October 2006 Midwest Shorts Program Voice your opinion on one or all of the films in this month's Midwest Shorts Program. If you agree or disagree with what someone else has to say about a particular piece, don't be shy! Moderator Mike_McNamara |
11 | 45 | Fri Oct 13, 2006 8:40 am djpico80 |
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