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Cinematic Sisterhood: Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare

October 25 @ 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
$11 – $13

The WF is proud to sponsor Cinematic Sisterhood, a new film series amplifying the voices of women in the film industry and beyond. In partnership with Milwaukee Film, this series shines a light on women as directors, producers, editors, actors, and critics… bringing gender equity to the big screen.

The WF is proud to sponsor Cinematic Sisterhood, a new film series amplifying the voices of women in the film industry and beyond. In partnership with Milwaukee Film, this series shines a light on women as directors, producers, editors, actors, and critics… bringing gender equity to the big screen.

Just when you thought it was safe to sleep… Freddy Krueger returns.

As the Cinematic Sisterhood series concludes Cult Queen: A Rachael Talalay Retrospective, join for the closing-night screening of Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare, the sixth film in the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, and the only installment directed by a woman.

Experience the chills, the creativity, and groundbreaking perspective Rachael Talalay brought to one of horror’s most iconic series. Following the film, the director will join in person for a live Q&A on crafting scares, subverting genre, and surviving Hollywood’s dark side.

Click here to learn more about this partnership between the Women’s Fund and Milwaukee Film.

Presented by:
Milwaukee Film

Sponsored by:
Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee

Saturday, October 25, 2025

7:30 p.m. Networking
8 p.m. Film + Panel Discussion

Reserve Your Seat Here

More to Come:
This series continues through January 2026, including this special tribute to a pioneering woman director. 

Details

Date:
October 25
Time:
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Cost:
$11 – $13

Venue

The Oriental Theatre
2230 N Farwell Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53202 United States + Google Map