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
Breckenridge Film Festival Spotlight: Meet the Filmmakers Behind This Year’s Festival
By the Breck Film Team | September 2026 One of our favorite parts of the Breckenridge Film Festival is when attendees get to meet and chat with the filmmakers whose films they just watched. It takes the experience to an entirely new level – not only do they get to witness the art in person,…
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…
Filmmaker of the Month
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…
FILMMAKERS OF THE MONTH • JUNE 2021 • REVERE LA NOUE & ELISABETH HAVILAND JAMES
Learn more about the creators of “Overland,” the film that won Best Documentary at the 2020 Breck Film Fest.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • MAY 2021 • ROBERT BROGDEN
Meet May Filmmaker of the Month, Robert Brogden. Learn more about what inspires him here.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • APRIL 2021 • MATT BRADY
Matt Brady’s film “Escape from Extinction” premiered in the state of CO at Breck Film’s 2020 festival. Learn more about Brady here.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • MARCH 2021 • JEN MCGOWAN
Jen McGowan’s film “On the Ride” was one of the top three most watched films at our 2020 festival. Learn more about the filmmaker herself here.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • FEBRUARY 2021 • LANIE ZIPOY
Lanie Zipoy made her directorial debut with “The Subject,” which not only played at Breck Film Fest 2020 but took home 20 awards during its festival circuit.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • DECEMBER 2020 • ROBIN HAUSER
Robin Hauser is the director and producer of award-winning documentaries made to illuminate causes she is passionate about. Learn about her experience in the film industry here.
FILMMAKER OF THE MONTH • NOVEMBER 2020 • NICK FRANGIONE
Nick Frangione directed “Buck Run,” which screened at our 2019 festival. Learn about his experience in the film industry here.