Programs & Series

April 13 – 27, 2023

MSP Film Society presents the annual Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF), one of the largest and longest-running international film festivals in the country. More information on MSPIFF42 coming soon! Learn more Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

October 13 – 20, 2022

A showcase of Latin American and Ibero cinema, featuring a rich tapestry of films from across the globe by some of the world’s most acclaimed and emerging Spanish- and Portuguese-language filmmakers. Donate to this Program

July 15-21, 2022

A modern French cinema series curated by MSP Film Society and showcasing francophone narratives and documentaries from around the world, highlighting the ongoing importance of French-language cinema. Learn more Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

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Presented in collaboration with the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Los Angeles, Czech That Film is committed to exhibiting films that expose participants to Czech culture, and present inspired entertainment for all. Learn more Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

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MSP Film Society presents the annual MSP Iranian Film Festival, featuring acclaimed and award-winning new Iranian cinema, and presenting a variety of themes, genres, and perspectives of contemporary Iran. Learn more Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

MSP Film Society presents an ongoing series of films that speak powerfully to systemic inequality, followed by conversations with filmmakers and community leaders discussing ways we can support social justice and anti-racism efforts within our communities. Browse Program Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

Extraordinary foreign films, must-see American indies, and groundbreaking documentaries – MSP Film curates and exhibits the best new films from around the world year-round at the St. Anthony Main Theatre and in our Virtual Cinema. Browse Program Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

A monthly program of film screenings and thought-provoking post-film discussions at, and in collaboration with, the Capri Theater (2027 West Broadway) in North Minneapolis. Browse Program Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

Nextwave is a year-round initiative providing youth with opportunities to showcase their films in the Nextwave MSPIFF Competition, participate on youth selection teams and juries, and learn about and explore the world through cinema. Learn more Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

Stage on Screen features the world’s finest performances from London’s National Theatre and various other acclaimed stages throughout the world, presented on-screen at the St. Anthony Main Theatre. Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

A series of documentaries exclusively for U.S. cinemas, featuring an in-depth look at the most extraordinary and groundbreaking art masters of their time. Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

Mind blowing contemporary and cult classic movies that remind you why sometimes it’s good to be afraid of the dark. Students receive a free one-year MSP Film Society Membership with the first-time purchase of a Dark Out ticket.

Community Screen is an ongoing program of films selected and crowd sourced by YOU, our filmgoing neighbors. MSP Film Society has partnered with companies like Tugg and Gathr Films to present on-demand theatrical experiences.

Dates TBA

An entertaining and informative cinema class held on the 3rd Monday of each month. Featuring a rotating cast of film experts diving deep into a genre, technique, culture or auteur.

Women & Film is dedicated to showcasing work by women filmmakers from around the globe. More information coming soon!

Devised for inclusion and diversity initiatives, this series is a curated program of screenings and facilitated post-screening discussions highlighting a thought-provoking range of cultural perspectives and topics and designed to spark conversation. Sponsor this Program Donate to this Program

The Italian Cultural Center of Minneapolis / St. Paul, in partnership with MSP Film Society, presents the best of Italian cinema to the Twin Cities. Learn more

The Minnesota Cuba Committee, in partnership with MSP Film Society and the Cuban Film Institute (ICAIC), presents the Minnesota Cuban Film Festival. Discussions paired with every screening. Learn more Donate to this Program

MinnAnimate is a homegrown annual miniature Minnesota animation film festival. Learn more

The Great Northern celebrates our cold, creative winters through ten days of diverse programming that invigorate mind and body. Learn more