Attendance

Milwaukee Film Festival Wraps Up with Record Attendance and Inspiring Jury Awards

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Milwaukee, Wis. – The 2025 Milwaukee Film Festival concluded last Thursday, May 8, celebrating a vibrant showcase of cinema and honoring the creators behind the films. The festival, sponsored by Associated Bank, attracted a remarkable turnout, with 32,004 attendees enjoying a diverse range of screenings over a span of 15 days. This year’s festival highlighted a centralized East Side location, making it more accessible for audiences. The community response was enthusiastic, with attendance per screening increasing by 47% compared to last year. Susan Kerns, the Executive Director of Milwaukee Film, described the event as “two … Read more

Milwaukee Film Festival 2025 Wraps Up with Record Attendance and Celebrated Award Winners, Sets Stage for 2026!

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin — The 2025 Milwaukee Film Festival, held over two vibrant weeks, wrapped up last Thursday, leaving a significant impact on the local arts community. The festival, sponsored by Associated Bank, showcased an impressive array of films, engaging audiences and celebrating cinematic creativity. Attendance numbers released by Milwaukee Film indicate that the festival attracted 32,004 viewers across 265 public screenings. This year’s lineup featured a total of 209 films, including 97 feature films, of which 49 were documentaries and 48 were works of fiction. Additionally, 112 short films were screened. The festival provided a … Read more

Georgia Judge Holds Courtroom Hearings to Address Low Jury Duty Attendance, Urges Civic Responsibility

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Macon, Georgia – Recent data have revealed a concerning trend among Middle Georgia residents summoned for jury duty. More than half of those called fail to appear, prompting officials to question the civic responsibility of potential jurors. Judge Connie L. Williford of the Peach County Superior Court took it upon herself to address the issue, summoning those who did not show up to explain themselves. Williford, frustrated yet composed, sat down with each no-show to understand their reasons. The dialogue uncovered a range of excuses — from simple oversight to more complex issues like undelivered … Read more

Chennai International Film Festival Wraps with Record Attendance and Celebrated Wins for ‘Amaran’

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Chennai, India — The Chennai International Film Festival wrapped up its 22nd edition on December 19, heralding a week of cinematic celebration that attracted a record number of over 6,000 delegates. The event spotlighted an array of 123 films from 50 different countries, melding local talent with global perspectives. Throughout the festival, attendees were treated to more than just film screenings. An assortment of Master Classes and talks provided platforms for budding filmmakers to learn directly from industry veterans. These sessions offered insights into various aspects of filmmaking, from direction to production design. Festival director … Read more