By Jennifer Champagne
For the Munising Beacon
“Having the movie reviewed by The New York Times and so many other major news outlets has been an out-of-body experience for us,” said “Green and Gold” Director Anders Lindwall. “But the honest truth of it—what actually fills our hearts—is seeing so many folks from the U.P. packing the theaters, waiting in lines to see a movie by one of their own, blowing up our social media channels. That means everything to us. It’s that type of authentic community support and richness that the whole movie is about, and to see it manifest in the actual theatrical release leaves us speechless. Thank you.”
That support matters more than ever. There’s a small window for movies to gain traction in theaters, and “Green and Gold”—a film by Upper Peninsula natives Anders and Davin Lindwall—is in that window right now. If audiences show up and support it, they can help ensure its distribution to more theaters and, ultimately, streaming platforms.
Originally intended to show briefly in a limited number of theaters, the film’s popularity led to an extension on its availability on the big screen. It can still be seen this week at Marquette Cinemas, 1525 Commerce Drive, Marquette. Show times vary.
It’s not every day that filmmakers from the Upper Peninsula get a movie on the big screen, but that’s exactly what’s happening with “Green and Gold”. Directed by Iron River native Anders Lindwall and produced by his brother, Davin, the film tells the story of a fourth-generation dairy farmer, played by Craig T. Nelson, fighting to save his family’s land. Set against the backdrop of the 1990s and the Green Bay Packers’ Super Bowl run, the film captures the resilience of small-town America. Featuring music by Jackson Browne and S. Carey, and showcasing the final performance of the legendary M. Emmet Walsh, it’s a must-watch for anyone who values family, community and a great football story.
“We made ‘Green and Gold’ to tell a story that reflects the values of small-town communities—hard work, family, and resilience,” said producer Davin Lindwall. “Seeing people from the U.P. turn out in theaters and help spread the word is incredible. That kind of support makes a real impact, helping independent films like ours reach more audiences and have a longer life beyond the initial release.”
Beyond its storytelling, “Green and Gold” has earned industry recognition, including the Audience Award at the Austin Film Festival and the Jimmy Stewart Legacy Award at the Heartland Film Festival. But as any filmmaker will tell you, awards don’t guarantee distribution—audiences do. The film’s success depends on moviegoers showing up, spreading the word and proving that stories from places like the Upper Peninsula deserve to be told on the biggest stages.
Let’s help this U.P.-made film reach the audience it deserves. See it in theaters now.
