Breck Film Fest + Eclipse Movie Theater Blog
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From film screenings under the stars to cozy winter evenings at the local cinema, we highlight the best of Breck’s vibrant cultural scene. Stay tuned for reviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and insider tips to make the most of your time in this picturesque mountain town. Explore, discover, and immerse yourself in the magic of Breckenridge through the lens of our blog.

Blog Posts

Summer Blockbusters: Movies Coming Out in 2025
All movies are great, but we have to admit that there’s something magical about summer movies. They’re just bigger and bolder, and 2025 is shaping up to be incredible for blockbuster movie lovers. While you’re making your summer plans, make sure to sneak in one (or all ) of the upcoming summer movie showings at

2025 Top Summer & Fall Events in Breckenridge
Whether you’re visiting Breckenridge or are lucky enough to call the area home, there’s PLENTY to see and do. The hard part is figuring out how to fit it all into your calendar! The summer and fall turn Breckenridge into a mountain paradise that offers tons of festivals, outdoor experiences, and the usual flair –

The Difference Between A Boutique Movie Theater and Your Boring Big Brand One
When was the last time you went to see a movie? Think back to that experience for a moment. Did you default to the multiplex with twenty screens just because it was the first option that popped into your head? Or perhaps because it was the easiest to find online? It’s totally understandable! We’re all

Our Favorite Festivals in Breckenridge, CO
Few places in the country can offer the sheer number of festivals and gatherings as Breck – and as your local Breck Film family, we’re all about supporting our region’s best events. 2025 is already a fourth of the way in, and there’s tons to see and do in town! To help you plan out

The Oscars: Predictions and Movies We Love
As the 97th Academy Awards approach, our team at Breck Film is dusting off our Oscar bingo cards and breaking out our best outfits for what’s sure to be another year of celebrating the best in film. We believe that cinema has the power to entertain, educate, and inspire – and that’s true whether you’re

Valentine’s Day in Breckenridge: What to Do
The paradox of choice – it’s a real thing, especially when planning the perfect Valentine’s Day in Breckenridge. With snowy peaks as your backdrop, world-class dining around every corner, and endless winter activities at your fingertips, the challenge isn’t finding something to do – it’s choosing from the abundance of romantic possibilities our mountain town

Things to Do in Breckenridge on Your Family Holiday Vacation
Welcome to Breckenridge, Colorado – a mountain paradise that offers far more than just world-class skiing. As your local champions of arts and culture in the Rockies, we at Breck Film want to share some of our favorite ways for families to make magical memories during their holiday vacation. Because we know how hard it

Films We Are Looking Out for this Awards Season
For over 44 years, we’ve been dedicated to enriching Summit County through the power of film, transforming our historic theater into a cultural cornerstone where stories come alive against the backdrop of our majestic mountains. Awards Season approaches, and we’re especially excited about this year’s lineup, which features everything from groundbreaking musicals to thought-provoking dramas.

Arts + Culture in Breckenridge, CO 101
Did you know that right at the heart of the Colorado Rockies, Breckenridge is a vibrant cultural hub where creativity thrives just as much as our famous ski resorts? That’s right, Breck isn’t just a snow chaser’s dream – it’s home to some of the best cultural events and experiences you can find in the
Filmmaker of the Month

Filmmaker of the Month – August 2023 – Arcadi Palerm
Arcadi Palerm-Artis was born and raised in Mexico City. He has written and directed three narrative short films, which received awards and recognition in Mexico and internationally. Arcadi’s feature film debut, Oliver and the Pool (Oliverio y la Piscina), played Breck Film Fest 2022.

Filmmaker of the Month – July 2023 – Din Blankenship & Erin Bernhardt
Blankenship & Bernhardt’s film Refuge won Best Human Spirit Award at the 2022 Breck Film Festival. Since then, it has gone on to win several other festival awards and was featured on “USA Today’s List of Movies You’ll Want to Watch in 2023.”

FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH – JUNE 2023 – Holly Morris
Director, writer and producer Holly Morris’s most recent documentary, Exposure (2022), tells the story of “ordinary” women from the Arab World and the West who team up to attempt a harrowing over-ice expedition to the North Pole.

FILMMAKERS OF THE MONTH – MAY 2023 – Marny Eng and E. J. Foerster
Marny Eng and EJ Foerster co-directed Gringa, which had its world premiere at our 2022 Festival and won the Audience Award!

FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH – APRIL 2023 – Joshua Seftel
His film A Stranger at the Gate was screened at Breck Film Fest – ‘22 AND is an Oscar Nominated film.Seftel, who faced anti-Semitism as a child, has been deeply connected and committed to this subject matter.

FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • MARCH 2023 • Stephen Campanelli
Stephen Campanelli, was the first to combine “A” Camera operating and steadicam, and in doing so unlocked an entirely new filmmaking perspective that quickly peaked the interests of some of Hollywood’s top directors, including Stephen’s boyhood idol, Clint Eastwood.

FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • FEBRUARY 2023 • Clarence Fuller
Clarence Fuller is a content director / DP based out of New York City.

FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • JANUARY 2023 • Brent Deal
“If Bruce Brown and Warren Miller had an illegitimate love child, that child would be director Brent Deal.” – random quote on the internet.

FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • NOVEMBER 2022 • Ashton Avila
Learn more about our November Filmmaker of the Month: Ashton Avila here. Avila won awards at our 2021 festival and is one to watch on the film scene.