12 September
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EMAGINE PRESENTS SECRET CINEMA The fine folks at Emagine Theaters Willow Creek invited me to host Secret Cinema this month. Come out out this Thursday, September 14 7:00 for a special surprise screening. Here’s what I can tease…It falls within their “New Hollywood” Edition category. Also, I’ve never seen this movie on the big screen before. It’s worth noting you will receive a FREE small popcorn with the purchase of any concession item. For more information on Secret Cinema and to learn more about Emagine Entertainment, click HERE  Read More →

31 August
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THE STANLEY KUBRICK EXPERIENCE Stanley Kubrick is undeniably one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. His movies are not fluffy pieces of entertainment. His eye behind the camera leaves you with imagery that creates an unforgettable cinematic experience. They may be odd, puzzling, and unclear at times but with every movie you are left with pictures ingrained in your head. I will never forget seeing movies like A Clockwork Orange, The Shining, or even Eyes Wide Shut for the first time. Kubrick never takes the easy way out for his audience. The Heights Theater is presenting five of his best works throughout September andRead More →

25 August
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THE SCIENCE BEHIND PIXAR TIME IS RUNNING OUT!! AHHH!! Okay, I’ll calm down, but seriously. Back on June 22, my husband and I went to The Science Behind Pixar exhibit at the Science Museum of Minnesota as we both adore Pixar movies. They’ve taken their magic on the road with this new exhibit that lets moviegoers of all ages get a glimpse into the science, math, and hard work that goes into making any one of their classic movies. The exhibit is beyond immersive and creative with a variety of activities to give kids and adults a hands on approach to every aspect of makingRead More →

15 August
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ALL THINGS STREAMING I have two more episodes of my podcast “All Things Streaming” up on the PodcastOne Network. I have your marching orders to prep for the Emmy Awards and hopefully provide some more answer on Twin Peaks. Episode 10: The Emmy Nominations The nominations for the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards were just announced, and host Paul McGuire Grimes is here with all the buzz. Paul gives his initial thoughts on how streaming services played out compared to broadcast networks. Plus, he gives his first predictions of who will away the big winner in all of major categories. Who will win “Feud: Bette andRead More →

09 August
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MARLON BRANDO: METHOD MAN There’s no denying the legacy and talent that Marlon Brando brought to the stage and screen. He’s often thought of as the epitome of method acting. The Heights Theater will be showcasing four of his finest performances in their upcoming series “Marlon Brando: Method Man” He won two Oscars in his career for On the Waterfront and The Godfather. Check out the whole lineup below. Thursday, August 10: A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE (1951) 35mm presentation courtesy of Warner Bros. $10, 7:30pm Thursday, August 17: ON THE WATERFRONT (1954) 35mm presentation courtesy of Sony. $10, 7:30pm Thursday, August 24: APOCALYPSE NOW (1979)Read More →

08 August
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ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE CINEMA IS COMING TO MINNESOTA – YOU BETCHA! If you heard a loud thunderous applause earlier today then you heard the sound of Minnesota cinephiles cheering at the news that we will be getting an Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Buzz has been spreading for years now to get the Texas-based company to open a Minnesota location. The time has arrived as Woodbury will be home to the nine screen theater opening Summer 2018 on a 330,000 square foot lot in the Woodbury Lakes area of the city. Hordes of moviegoers will no doubt flock to it for its unique business model. They pride themselvesRead More →

11 July
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TRYLON PRESENTS: HOLLYWOOD’S NORTH STAR: MINNESOTANS IN THE MOVIES I’ve praised the Trylon many times before with a variety of their series like Joan vs. Bette and their annual Hitchcock Festival. If you’re from Minnesota, you know how much pride we have in our state and any local connection we can make to the movie industry. Every Thursday in July, Trylon is hitting the road and showcasing Minnesota talent at the Heights Theater in Columbia Heights, MN. It’s one of my favorite little arthouses in town. Here’s the line-up: July 6: KISS ME, DEADLY (1955) Starring: Ralph Meeker, Albert Dekker, Paul Stewart MN Connection: RalphRead More →

10 July
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ALL THINGS STREAMING I have two more episodes of my podcast “All Things Streaming” up on the PodcastOne Network. Are you a David Lynch fanatic? Do you like political dramas that mirror reality? If you’ve been watching Twin Peaks or House of Cards, take a listen as we dive into both! Episode 9: Netflix’s “House of Cards” Season 5 Host Paul McGuire Grimes is joined once again by his husband, Ryan McGuire Grimes, to dissect the latest season of “House of Cards” which is now streaming through Netflix. Is this the best season so far? Is the current climate in Washington hurting or helping politicalRead More →

15 June
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ALL THINGS STREAMING New episodes are here!!! Here’s what you can expect Episode 7: Streaming True Crime with HBO’s “Mommy Dead and Dearest” and Netflix’s “The Keepers” The latest episode of “All Things Streaming” is a look into two fascinating true crime stories with HBO’s “Mommy Dead and Dearest” and Netflix’s “The Keepers” Host Paul McGuire Grimes is joined by My Talk 107.1 producer Dawn McClain and actor/director Ryan McGuire Grimes as they look for answers on two haunting cases that will no doubt shake you to your core. Episode 6: Grey Gardens on Film Struck Host Paul McGuire Grimes is joined by his husband,Read More →

30 April
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“THE GODFATHER” REUNION AT TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL Director Taylor Hackford moderated the reunion of all reunions as the cast of The Godfather came together at the Tribeca Film Festival to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the film’s release. The Festival showed back to back screenings of the 1972 classic and the 1974 sequel, The Godfather Part II, which many argue is better than its predecessor Led by the maestro himself, Francis Ford Coppola, the panel consisted of Al Pacino (Michael), James Caan (Sonny), Talia Shire (Connie), Robert De Niro (Young Vito), Diane Keaton (Kay), and Robert Duvall (Tom) as they reminisced about making two ofRead More →