Special Projects

John Wisneski reflects on a life well lived, including his time in an orphanage, being in World War II and what it’s like to be in assisted living. Interview with filmmaker Sam Wisneski:

In the wake of the “Me Too” and “Time’s Up” movements, four Milwaukee students discuss their experiences as women in film. Interview with filmmakers Jennifer Leu, Kaitlin Mader, and Reilly Peterman:

My Milwaukee is a short documentary about a male from Texas in his mid-20’s living in the city of Milwaukee,Wisconsin. From living the college life to bar hopping, this Texan has embarked on a journey he never anticipated. Interview with filmmaker Roberto Garza:

In a world where digital movie-watching has now become the norm, a chain of old-fashioned video rental stores across the United States has continued to thrive. Our documentary explores one store in Wisconsin and uncovers the secret to their success. Interview with filmmakers Rachel Altman and Sam Caravello:

Three students travel to Chicago to document their experience at what is known to be one of the most haunted hotels in the nation. Interview with filmmakers Cassandra Bretl, Danielle Gazdecki, and Danielle Miller:

Explore life through the eyes of a blind man; everyday experiences are highlighted through a different lens. Interview with filmmaker Phylicia Blake:

Eight 20-somethings take their bands on tour through the states of Illinois and Wisconsin. Interview with filmmaker Mackenzie Sima:

A diverse group of Milwaukee residents reflect on their experiences in Donald Trump’s America. Interview with filmmakers Sabrina Johnkins, Talis Shelbourne, and Tiera Trammell: Script for closed captioning:

It’s the battlefield of a generation. The high school shooting in Parkland, Florida, the nation’s third-deadliest school shooting, ignited a movement that brought hundreds of thousands of people to the streets of Washington, D.C. and to protests throughout the country. The survivors of Sandy Hook Elementary were too young to lead the movement. The teenagers […]

When a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee student accused her supervisor of alleged drunken texting, campus officials disagreed over whether the behavior was sexual harassment, with the Office of Equity & Diversity Services finding a violation of the discriminatory conduct policy and Provost Johannes Britz – who has the final say – ruling otherwise. Read the investigative […]

Why is language and the act of listening so important? How can being politically correct be dangerous?How can listening to others keep you safe? This short documentary addresses these questions and more. Interview with filmmaker Teagen Harr:

Dive in behind the scenes of the Milwaukee Bowling Club where the bond of its members extends beyond the game of bowling. Interview with filmmakers Jenna Daroszewski and Derek Voltz: