Years in Review

Our Year in Review columns, which look back at images, instances and idiosyncrasies in 12 months of movies.

Sam’s 2017 Year in Review

2017 was filled with cinematic wonders — films that felt like instant classics and reminded us why we go to the movies.… continue

Mitch’s 2017 Year In Review

Current events may have rendered 2017 a waking nightmare, but it was among the strongest cinematic years of my (admittedly short) lifetime.… continue

Midwest Film Journal 2017 Roundtable — Part Two

The team discusses their Best Theatre Experience, Worst Theatre Experience, Favorite Performance, Favorite Soundtrack, Best Netflix Release and Biggest Disappointment of 2017.

Midwest Film Journal 2017 Roundtable — Part One

The team discuss their favorite characters, original concepts and festival films, as well as their least favorite movies of 2017.

Nick’s 2017 Year in Review

Nick Rogers looks back at the films of 2017.

Evan’s 2017 Year in Review

Evan's list of best movies from 2017.