On-campus screenings, festivals and exhibitions offer students the opportunity to see and experience both contemporary and historical works by American independent filmmakers and international artists. We also showcase work from our own artistic community, including students, faculty and alumni.
Immerse yourself in the magic of contemporary film art as you explore our venues, each designed to deliver an exceptional cinematic experience. From thought-provoking experimental film to captivating documentaries, our lineup is intentionally diverse. Join us to uncover new perspectives, discover your next favorite filmmaker and engage with our thriving film community.
Upcoming Events
- Apr25April 25, 2024 - April 27, 2024
- Apr30April 30, 2024, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
- May3May 3, 2024, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
UWM Union Cinema
Location: UWM Student Union, Second Floor | 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd.
Hours: Visit the Union Cinema for hours and events
The UWM Union Cinema is a Milwaukee art house cinema showing international, domestic, documentary and experimental films during the academic year. This 350-seat venue boasts DCP, 16mm (Eastman model 25) and 35mm projection and is one of the first 23 theaters recognized nationally as a Sundance Institute Art House Project theater. The Department of Film, Video, Animation & New Genres hosts its film series, Experimental Tuesdays, Senior Project thesis screenings and special events in the Union Cinema.
Kenilworth Screening Room
Location: Kenilworth Square East | 2155 N. Prospect Ave.
Hours: During screenings or by appointment
The Kenilworth Screening Room is a flexible space used by the Department of Film, Video, Animation, & New Genres. Student filmmakers have exclusive access to the screening room, allowing them to analyze, critique and showcase their work in a comfortable environment. When used for courses, the screening room is an incubator for collaboration, fostering an environment where artistic visions come to life. Special events, including private screenings and guest lectures, are occasionally held in the screening room.
Fine Arts Cinema
Location: Mitchell Hall, Room B91 | 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd.
Hours: During screenings or by appointment
The Fine Arts Cinema is an 85-seat cinema with HD video and professional 16mm film projection equipment. The Eastman 25, 16mm xenon-arc projector is a perfect match for the projection of new and archival film. Digital video and film are projected from a booth and through Luxar anti-reflective glass onto a Stewart Studiotek 100 screen. The cinema is used as an instructional space for courses and hosts special screenings from the Cinema Archive, in addition to supporting department programs, workshops and works by visiting artists.
Festivals & Screenings
May 16–18, 2024
Go Behind the Scenes with Us
As an arts school, we take campus tours one step further by offering on-the-go information sessions designed for creative minds. Go behind the scenes with one of our arts ambassadors and learn about our programs along the way.