Movies
May 20, 2022
Festival executive director Susan Smoluchowski watches patrons before screening are about to begin at the MSP International Film Festival in Minneapol

MSP Film Society spruces up former St. Anthony Main theaters

The group has a 25-year lease and big plans for the remodeled theater on the Minneapolis riverfront.
Movies
May 19, 2022
Elizabeth McGovern says she has learned to appreciate the outlook of her character, Cora Crawley.

Elizabeth McGovern was 'giddy' to return to 'Downton Abbey'

She's back, playing the lone American in the second movie based on the hit series.
Movies
May 19, 2022
Penelope Wilton as Isobel Merton, left, and Maggie Smith as Violet Grantham in “Downton Abbey: A New Era.”

Review: New era for 'Downton Abbey' has a shaky start, but in the end it feels like home

There's more of the same romance and shenanigans in this second movie spin-off.
TV & Media
May 18, 2022
The titular chipmunks are voiced by Andy Samberg and John Mulaney — or John Mulaney and Andy Samberg? — in “Chip and Dale: Rescue Rangers.”

Cuddly Chip 'n Dale star in an animated movie that's surprisingly sharp

What our critics are watching this week.
St. Paul
May 13, 2022
Tax credits will help remake a historic building into a new filmmakers laboratory.

FilmNorth expanding presence in St. Paul

Laboratory for filmmakers moving to larger facility and increasing capabilities in Creative Enterprise Zone.
Inspired
May 13, 2022
Arielle Grant, founder and CEO of Render Free, a communal wellness organization for women of color, sat for her interview in “Shot of Influence.”

Documentary showcases power of women, including its Minneapolis director

In Gabrieline Reece's documentary, local women share their thoughts on women's influence.
Movies
May 12, 2022
Bellamie Bachleda and Duluth’s Daniel Durant play a couple grieving the death of a child in the short film “Millstone.”

'CODA' star Daniel Durant, from Duluth, follows up with a dark thriller

Director of short film "Millstone" is currently submitting it to festivals.
Movies
May 11, 2022
Actor James Hong, center, poses with Daniel Dae Kim, left, and actress Jamie Lee Curtis as Hong was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Minneapolis native James Hong immortalized on Hollywood Walk of Fame

On the heels of hit "Everything Everywhere at Once," the nonagenarian is hotter than ever.
TV & Media
May 11, 2022
Jean Smart stars in “Hacks” on HBO Max.

'Hacks' and Emmy winner Jean Smart return with a boisterous, bumpy road trip

Our critics' recommendations on what to watch.
TV & Media
May 4, 2022
Anson Mount takes the helm in “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.”

New 'Star Trek' series boldly goes where fans have gone before

Our critics' recommendations on what to watch.
Movies
May 3, 2022
Daring scientists walk on — and in — volcanoes in “Fire of Love” at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival.

Love on a volcano? Endangered jaguars? Taylors Falls? 15 movies to see at MSPIFF

Minneapolis St. Paul Film Society offers fine documentaries and more at remodeled former St. Anthony Main theater.
Movies
April 28, 2022
3733_The Duke_Photo Nick Wall.RAF

Comedy duo of Helen Mirren and Jim Broadbent sparks 'Duke'

Fact-based film is about a 1960s Robin Hood.
TV & Media
April 27, 2022
Andrew Garfield

Hungry for 'True Detective'? Andrew Garfield's new Hulu series is the next best thing

Our critics' recommendations on what to watch.
Movies
April 27, 2022
The Spot Bar in St. Paul, ready for its closeup in the movie production "Downtown Owl." (Photo by Victoria Will)

Oscar nominee Ed Harris and cast finishing up Minnesota-shot movie 'Downtown Owl'

The comedy/drama has been filming all month in St. Paul, Independence and Elko New Market.
Movies
April 21, 2022
4179_D029_00035_RC3

'Northman' sends Alexander Skarsgård on a bold, bloody path of revenge

Historical drama with Nicole Kidman and Anya Taylor-Joy is akin to "Hamlet," but grislier.
TV & Media
April 20, 2022
Kaley Cuoco plays the title role in the dark comedy series, “The Flight Attendant.”

'The Flight Attendant' continues to provide first-class comedy

Our critics' recommendations on what to watch.
Movies
April 14, 2022
Eddie Redmayne conjures up magic in “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.”

There are magic and beasts in 'Secrets of Dumbledore,' but they are not all fantastic

Mads Mikkelsen is magnetic as evil wizard Gellert Grindelwald.
TV & Media
April 13, 2022
Kim Kardashian West

New Hulu series offers surprising reasons to keep up with the Kardashians

Our critics' recommendations on what to watch.
Movies
April 7, 2022
(from left) Will Sharp (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) and Danny Sharp (Jake Gyllenhaal) in Ambulance, directed by Michael Bay.

'Ambulance' speeds out of control but it's fun for a while

Jake Gyllenhaal and Yahya Abdul-Mateen play bank-robbing bros in the comic chase movie.
TV & Media
April 6, 2022
Robin Thede in ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’

HBO's 'Black Lady Sketch Show' will make Jada Pinkett Smith roar with laughter

What our critics are watching this weekend.

Movies

Latest movie reviews and features in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Twin Cities.