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Welcome to Minnesota Women in Film and Television. We invite you to take a look around the site to become acquainted with us.
The Minnesota chapter of WIFT was formally established in 2005. It joins 40 other Women in Film chapters with 10,000 global members. Locally, we are a growing, all-volunteer organization, made up of women who work in film, television and new media in Minnesota. We exist to educate and support women in these industries. In the process, we share ideas, connect with each other, and create momentum that benefits careers. We also have fun.
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Minnesota Women in Film & Television
In partnership with
WIFTI and Walker Art Center’s
Women with Vision Film Festival
Celebrated
 MN WIFT partnered with the Walker Arts Center and WIFTI (Women in Film and Television International), to present the 2nd annual WIFTI Short Film Showcase. Out of a dozen entries, MN WIFT selected the top three winning films:
Grappling Girls by Lisa Blackstone
Pumpkin by Sarah Jean Kruchowski
Operated by Invisible Hands by Nicole Brending
MN WIFT awarded Grand Prize winner, Lisa Blackstone's film, "Grappling Girls" $250 in cash, along with other valuable prizes. Photo: Lisa Blackstone with her DP. 
Following the showcase, MNWIFT hosted a reception to meet the local film makers, nosh and a try-your-luck raffle. All raffle proceeds benefited the MN WIFT Grant Fund, established to be awarded to another local filmmaker this year. Specific details of the competition to be announced, so stay tuned!
MN WIFT would like to thank the Walker Arts Center, Sheryl Mousley, Jennifer Jones, and Joe for their invitation to participate in such an esteemed event and for all of their help! Photos taken by Maxine Davis.
A special thank you to the raffle donors:
Chambers Hotel, Guthrie Theater, Star Tribune columnist, Colin Covert, MN Film & TV Board, AICP, IFP, Crash and Sue's, Cinequipt, Haskell's, MN Film Arts, and last but not least, the Screenwriters Workshop.
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: The Chambers Hotel
 The Chambers Hotel is like taking a bite of the Big Apple right here in our own Minne-Apple. With its sophisticated collection of modern art and clean-lined design, the hotel has contemporary appeal. It’s no wonder it’s been the inspired location for a number of still shoots.
As a supporter of MN WIFT, the Chambers has generously helped out with accommodations and gift premiums. Our thanks to the Chambers for their on-going support!
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MN WIFT Mission
› Empower women of all ages to reach their highest potential
in the film, television and media industry
› Provide international access to a broad network
of resources, education and support
› Promote events that showcase work; engaging audiences
in open-forum discussion
› Inspire the public and marketplace with diverse voices
If you're not already a member, we hope you'll consider becoming one because we're stronger with your input. If you are a member, we'd like to see you apply your talent to exciting work on committees. This organization thrives on the ideas and input from people involved in the industry. Together, we're strength, a voice, a force.
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