From Minnesota’s Northwoods comes a searing portrayal of a female soldier who, after returning from Afghanistan, struggles to deal with the crippling effects of PTSD. “It’s a story ripe to be told,” says Remy Auberjonois, an actor best known for roles in Mad Men and Weeds. He’s making his directorial debut with Blood Stripe. “There… Continue reading Blood Stripe’ tells the powerful story of one woman’s struggle with post-war PTSD
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[Star Tribune] At 7 years young, Twin Cities Film Fest is a must-see
How does a scrappy little film festival become a regional tradition in less than a decade? The seven-year-old Twin Cities Film Fest (TCFF), an annual October gala in St. Louis Park’s Showplace Icon multiplex, expects about 15,000 attendees over the next 11 days. Executive Director Jatin Setia credits the success to innovative programming, a solid… Continue reading [Star Tribune] At 7 years young, Twin Cities Film Fest is a must-see
The Oscar Goes To..
And The Oscar Goes To … Mike Augustyniak and Natalie Nyhus chat with Twin Cities Film Fest’s Executive Director Jatin Setia (4:15). WCCO Saturday Morning – February 27, 2016
“Room,” “Brooklyn” and “Too Late” Win Top Awards at 2015 Twin Cities Film Fest
“Room,” “Brooklyn” and “Too Late” Win Top Awards at 2015 Twin Cities Film Fest ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA — Concluding a star-studded showcase that featured more than 100 films over 11 nights, the largest-ever Twin Cities Film Fest unveiled its 2015 award winners Saturday night at a ceremony held in downtown St. Louis Park. Top… Continue reading “Room,” “Brooklyn” and “Too Late” Win Top Awards at 2015 Twin Cities Film Fest
Minnesota native and Oscar nominee John Hawkes returns for Twin Cities Film Fest
MPR News – Saturday, October 24th Minnesota native and Oscar nominee John Hawkes is set to appear at the Twin Cities Film Fest. Hawkes, who was born in Alexandria, will appear Monday night at a screening of his new movie, “Too Late.” Hawkes plays a troubled private investigator hired to find a missing woman from… Continue reading Minnesota native and Oscar nominee John Hawkes returns for Twin Cities Film Fest
The Washington Times – Oscar Nominee John Hawkes Appears at Twin Cities Film Fest
ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn. (AP) – Alexandria native and Oscar nominee John Hawkes is set to appear at the Twin Cities Film Fest. Hawkes will appear Monday night at a screening of his new movie, “Too Late.” Hawkes plays a troubled private investigator hired to find a missing woman from his own past. Hawkes was… Continue reading The Washington Times – Oscar Nominee John Hawkes Appears at Twin Cities Film Fest
Twin Cities Film Fest Day 1 – Quality Trumps Quantity
By Jared Huizenga – Contributing Writer – SunSailer McCullough took on the role of senior patrol leader last year and said he also works with adult leaders to help plan the troop’s monthly meetings and campouts. Aside from the leadership experience he’s gained, McCullough said he’s also felt fortunate to meet people who work in… Continue reading Twin Cities Film Fest Day 1 – Quality Trumps Quantity
Twin Cities Film Fest – City Pages
By Andrew Ellis This week the Twin Cities Film Fest returns for another 10-day gathering, further cementing its status as one of the best up-and-coming film festivals in the nation. In 2015, it will be continuing its mission to not only celebrate film both independent and mainstream, but also spotlight Minnesota talent. One of those… Continue reading Twin Cities Film Fest – City Pages
Top Films to See at the Twin Cities Film Fest – Star Tribune
OCTOBER 18, 2015 — 2:00PM A24 FILMSBrie Larson and Jacob Tremblay in “Room.” The sixth edition of the glitzy, studio-centered festival will run Oct. 21-31 at the ShowPlace Icon Theatre in St. Louis Park. It includes national and international screenings, live musical performances, red carpet galas, cocktail mixers, panel discussions and special events. The full… Continue reading Top Films to See at the Twin Cities Film Fest – Star Tribune
Minnesota Native John Hawkes to Receive Award At Twin Cities Film Fest
FOE KILLER FILMSJohn Hawkes (shown with Dichen Lachman) plays an L.A. private eye haunted by his past in “Too Late,” which brings him to the Twin Cities Film Fest next Monday. Despite accolades for his film work, Minnesota native John Hawkes keeps a low profile. Before a rare local appearance, he talked about dark roles… Continue reading Minnesota Native John Hawkes to Receive Award At Twin Cities Film Fest
Twin Cities-based Filmmaker Loved Shooting Jug Band Movie in Bemidji
SUBMITTED PHOTO Anne Baggenstoss, of Blackduck, on her daily pilgrimage to the famous “Cherry and Spoon” sculpture near Loring Park in Minneapolis. Anne is a self-proclaimed “Spoon Wizard” and co-founder of the Yoga Jug Benders. ‘We kept finding ourselves in Bemidji’: Twin Cities-based filmmaker loved shooting jug band movie in First City on the Mississippi… Continue reading Twin Cities-based Filmmaker Loved Shooting Jug Band Movie in Bemidji
Documentaries, short films featured at TCFF in St. Louis Park
Published October 15, 2015 at 1:56 pm Fans of real-life drama and short films will have no shortage of options at this year’s Twin Cities Film Fest, set Oct. 21-31 at the ShowPlace ICON Theatre in St. Louis Park. This is the first time in the festival’s six years that the event will open and… Continue reading Documentaries, short films featured at TCFF in St. Louis Park
Ready for the Big Screen – Rosemount Town Pages
Ben Zschunke takes a moment to pose with members of his cast and crew during the shooting of his first feature film, “The Polar Bear Club.” Zschunke is standing fourth from the left. By Jennifer Steichen on October 15, 2015 R 6:00am What started as the image of a person’s foot in the snow is… Continue reading Ready for the Big Screen – Rosemount Town Pages
In Upcoming Film Fest, 40+ Movies Have Minnesota Connections
MNPOST By Pamela Espeland | 10/13/15 Alcon Entertainment “The 33,” starring Antonio Banderas and Juliette Binoche, is featured in the Twin Cities Film Fest. Truly, we live in a land of 10,000 film festivals. Although the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF) won’t come back around until April 2016 (for you calendar markers, that’s… Continue reading In Upcoming Film Fest, 40+ Movies Have Minnesota Connections
Litchfield Native’s Film Premieres at Twin Cities Film Fest
October 8, 2015 Crowrivermedia.com Litchfield native Justin Mickelson produced the film project “The Dust Storm,” which will premiere at the Twin Cities Film Festival at 9:15 p.m. Oct. 24. “Dust Storm” is a film broken musician, Brennan, who becomes reunited with “the Girl” who broke his heart. Now, for one weekend in the city’s music scene,… Continue reading Litchfield Native’s Film Premieres at Twin Cities Film Fest
Film by Crown College Professor to Premiere at Twin Cities Film Fest
Nickolaus Swedlund, Assistant Professor of Communications at Crown College, will have his first full-length feature film screened at the 2015 Twin Cities Film Fest (TCFF) later this month. Considered one of the most prominent film festivals in the Midwest, TCFF highlights independent films that have achieved exceptional visual storytelling. The festival will be held October… Continue reading Film by Crown College Professor to Premiere at Twin Cities Film Fest
CBS Minnesota – TCFF Boasts More MN-Connections, Broader Line-Up
Jonathon Sharp Jonathon Sharp is a web producer and blogger at WCCO.com. MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – The sixth annual Twin Cities Film Fest is boasting a broader line-up this year, featuring more movies with Minnesota connections, more documentaries and more features from filmmakers around the world. The festival runs from Oct. 21 to Oct. 31 at… Continue reading CBS Minnesota – TCFF Boasts More MN-Connections, Broader Line-Up
Podcast – Joan of Art – Jug Band Hokum
For episode 11 Joan interviews Jack Norton and Brooklynd Turner, director and star of the new feature length documentary “Jug Band Hokum” which premieres at the Twin Cities Film Fest on October 23! https://www.spreaker.com/user/sbarnard4/joan-of-art-ep11-jug-band-hokum
Twin Cities Film Fest Announces It’s 2015 Lineup
Sun Sailor Published September 29, 2015 at 4:19 pm By Jason Jenkins The Twin Cities Film Fest has announced its lineup for 2015 festival, which will be held Oct. 21-31 at the Kerasotes ShowPlace IOCN at The Shops at West End in St. Louis Park. The 11-day festival features top films from celebrated national and… Continue reading Twin Cities Film Fest Announces It’s 2015 Lineup
Twin Cities Film Fest & Studio 120 Partnership – September 28th, 2015
This year The ADS Group and Studio 120 became a sponsor for the TCFF (Twin Cities Film Fest), Insiders Series. The Insider Series is an event held at the University Club in St. Paul once a month. The event enables film talent found in Minnesota to showcase their work in front of a live audience.… Continue reading Twin Cities Film Fest & Studio 120 Partnership – September 28th, 2015