Movies

American Movie (1999)

When all is said and done, this is just another movie about one man's quest for the American Dream—but it's contemporary, clever, and roll-in-the-aisle funny. This independent film records the trials of shaggy-haired Milwaukeean Mark Borchardt as he faces the financial, family, and spiritual crises of making an independent film. Get an up-close view of the gray skies, rusty cars, and hearty characters of northwest Milwaukee in this 1999 Sundance Film Festival award-winner.

The Godfather of Green Bay (2005)

Two struggling stand-up comics from L.A. head to Green Bay when they hear a talent scout's in town for Tonight Show bookings. The real comedy starts when the L.A. comics encounter Green Bay natives in their beer-guzzling, mullet-wearing, Packers-rooting glory. Midwestern self-deprecation at its best.

Milwaukee, Minnesota (2003)

Albert's got an overprotective mother, a knack for ice fishing, and a brain that works slower than most. When his mother dies, this small-town Wisconsin kid's on his own against two con artists out for his ice fishing prize money. Midwestern wit and heart conquer their wily schemes—and perhaps viewers' stereotypes—in this light drama set in Brewtown's frigid suburbs (not Minnesota).