Breck Film Fest + Eclipse Movie Theater Blog
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Here, cinephiles and adventurers alike can find a treasure trove of information about upcoming events, breaking news, and curated date night agendas. Whether you’re a local seeking the latest happenings or a visitor in Summit County, CO planning your perfect night out, our blog has got you covered.
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
Independent Film 101: A Beginner’s Guide to the Craft
By the Breck Film Team | August 2026 Key Takeaways When you think about an “independent film”, what comes to mind? A foreign film with subtitles? A slow-moving art film on an obscure topic? Maybe independent filmmaking makes you think “low-budget”. But here’s the thing — none of those really capture independent film. It’s not…
Summer Docs Worth Seeing: Our Picks for Documentary Film Season
There’s nothing quite like a great documentary. In 90 minutes, the right one can completely change how you see the world – and stay with you for weeks. And 2026 has been a pretty extraordinary year for documentary films already. At Breck Film, documentary storytelling isn’t a side interest — it’s been a core strand…
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How $5 Film Night Works (And Why You Should Come Every Month)
Key Takeaways Are you looking for a great addition to your summer? Why not add $5 Film Night at The Eclipse to your schedule? $5 Film Night is Breck Film’s monthly community screening at The Eclipse Theater, held on the third Thursday of every month, with tickets just $5. It’s one of the most affordable…
Remembering Meg Lass: Co-Founder, Community Builder, and the Heart Behind 46 Years of Breck Film
Some stories begin with a grand plan. The Breckenridge Film Festival is not one of them. In the early 1980s, a mayor and a prominent local businessman walked into the Breckenridge Tourism Office with a simple ask: we need more business here in September, can you start a film festival? The two women sitting across…
Spring at the Eclipse: What’s Showing and What to Know
By Breck Film | April 2026 Key Takeaways Spring is here in Breck – and if you’re on the hunt for something fun to do, the Eclipse Theater Breckenridge spring schedule has something for everyone! As Breck Film’s year-round movie theater in downtown Breckenridge, the Eclipse is a short, easy walk from Main Street near…
Why Submit Your Film to a Local Film Festival?
You made the film. You spent months — maybe years — getting the story right. It’s a passion project, and now it’s finally done! But now it’s sitting on a hard drive. Meanwhile, you scroll through film festival submission pages, wondering if submitting your film might be worth the effort. Here’s the thing: it is.…
Answers to All Your Questions: Breck Film + The Eclipse Theater
We get a lot of questions here at Breck Film, so we figured we’d answer some of the top ones! For instance, what should you know about the area as an independent filmmaker? How do you get involved with the Breck Film Festival? What are the best things to see and do in the area…
2026 Colorado Film Festivals 101
Have you noticed Colorado’s film scene buzzing with more energy than usual lately? Many of the established festivals are hitting big milestone anniversaries, and there have been a few major shake-ups. The Centennial State is quickly becoming a must-visit destination for film lovers. And yes, we’re talking about that news – Sundance is coming to…
Your Perfect Winter Movie Night: What’s Playing at The Eclipse This November
Thinking about a winter getaway to Breckenridge? (Who isn’t, right?) Here’s our Breck Film secret: While everyone’s talking about first tracks and powder days, we’ve got some real holiday season fun in store – exceptional cinema at The Eclipse Theater! Sure, you might be coming to town to enjoy the cold outdoors, but why not…
Filmmaker of the Month
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • APRIL 2022 • ADRIAN BUITENHUIS
Find information about filmmaker Adrian Buitenhuis and his film career here.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • MARCH 2022 • ALEXANDER JEFFERY
Learn more about filmmaker Alexander Jeffery and his film career here.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • FEBRUARY 2022 • MELANIA CRISAN
Learn more about Titus & Mirabella creator Melania Crisan here.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • JANUARY 2022 • LUKAS HUFFMAN
Learn more about Night Music creator Lukas Huffman here.
FILMMAKERS OF THE MONTH • DECEMBER 2021 • RAMI KODEIH & NORA MARIANA
Learn more about Rami Kodeih and Nora Mariana here.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • NOVEMBER 2021 • DALE GRIFFITHS STAMOS
Tell us your backstory. How and why did you get into filmmaking?I have spent much of my career as a playwright. I did not ever expect to get into filmmaking. But when two of the directors of my plays asked if I could adapt a few of my short plays into screenplays for them to…
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • OCTOBER 2021 • GEOFFREY ULOTH
Tell us your backstory. How and why did you get into filmmaking?I grew up in a suburb of Montreal, Canada, and when I was younger I wanted to be a marine biologist specializing in sharks. Unfortunately, all the attack stories in my shark books scared me off of that idea. While growing up, my parents…
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • AUGUST 2021 • PAT BATTISTINI
Tell us your backstory. How and why did you get into filmmaking?Believe it or not, I started my professional career as a college football coach. After coaching for five years, I realized I liked my job but didn’t love it. My heart wasn’t into it 100%. Thus, I did some soul searching and headed in…
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • JULY 2021 • VANESSA ROTH
What’s harder? Getting started or being able to keep going? And what drives you to continue making films? Well when you start that feels like the hardest thing because you have no map and you are all full of fear and “what ifs” and at the same time this hubris of inexperience that gives you…
