Outlaws, Rebels, & Vixens
Milwaukee, Wisconsin | Film Feature
Documentary, History
This is more than a film- it's a reckoning with forgotten history. In an era where debates over what should be seen, said, and shared are intensifying, VIXENS offers essential historical context. It's not just about old movies- it's about how censorship works, who it serves, and how it's challenged.
Outlaws, Rebels, & Vixens
Milwaukee, Wisconsin | Film Feature
Documentary, History
1 Campaigns | Wisconsin, United States
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This is more than a film- it's a reckoning with forgotten history. In an era where debates over what should be seen, said, and shared are intensifying, VIXENS offers essential historical context. It's not just about old movies- it's about how censorship works, who it serves, and how it's challenged.
About The Project
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Mission Statement
The Story
Who we are:
We are GrandZander Films! A production company out of Milwaukee, WI. This is our first feature length film, and second documentary. This project we wanted to test our filmmaking abilities and adapt material from material that was already published. The book Outlaws, Rebels, & Vixens is a non-fiction work by author Matthew J. Prigge. He has published several books about the history of Milwaukee, this will be his first ever film.
Outlaws, Rebels, & Vixens — The Untold Story of Film Censorship in Milwaukee
What happens when a city tries to police art? Who decides what we’re allowed to see? And what do the battles over movies say about the people who watch them?
Outlaws, Rebels, & Vixens is a documentary based on the groundbreaking non-fiction book by Matthew J. Prigge. It dives deep into the bizarre, fascinating, and often outrageous history of motion picture censorship in Milwaukee—a city where films were once banned, cut to pieces, or outright condemned by moral crusaders who believed they were protecting the public.
But this story isn't just about old movies.
It's about power, control, and the fight for creative freedom. It's about how censorship shaped culture—and how artists, audiences, and activists pushed back. It’s a story that echoes today, as we still debate what should be seen, heard, or silenced.
Why This Documentary Matters
Milwaukee's history of censorship is unlike any other in the U.S.—from local "decency boards" to police raids on theaters, this is a story few know, but all should hear. Through rare archival footage, banned clips, interviews, and vivid storytelling, we’re bringing it to life on screen for the very first time.
Where You Come In
This documentary is independently produced—and we need your help to make it happen.
Your donation supports:
- Licensing archival film and news footage
- On-location filming in Milwaukee and beyond
- Interviewing historians, filmmakers, and witnesses
- Professional editing, sound, and post-production
- Submitting to film festivals and reaching broader audiences
Join the Movement
By backing this project, you're not just funding a film—you’re helping preserve an essential piece of cultural history, and starting conversations that matter today more than ever.
Let’s shine a light on the outlaws, rebels, and vixens who fought the censors—and bring their stories to the screen.
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Studio Time
Costs $700
This is where we shoot the on camera interviews. This buys us 10 hours of studio time.
Equipment
Costs $500
This is for audio, new tripods, and overall the little things like tape and sandbags that can nickel and dime the production.
Post-Production
Costs $800
This is how we finish our film in editing. The licensing we need, for found footage, as well as to pay the editor who puts it all together.
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About This Team
Alexander Murray is a filmmaker local to Milwaukee. He began his filmmaking pursuit in high school as an intern at Bluemark Films. This turned into a job as a production assistant on an indie feature called "Will and Testament" which filmed in the summer of 2011 in Milwaukee, WI.
After spending two years at the Tribeca Flashpoint Academy in Chicago, Alex returned to his roots in Milwaukee. He began his production company GrandZander Studios in 2019. GrandZander Studios has specialized in producing donation videos for local non-profit organizations.
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- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
Who we are:
We are GrandZander Films! A production company out of Milwaukee, WI. This is our first feature length film, and second documentary. This project we wanted to test our filmmaking abilities and adapt material from material that was already published. The book Outlaws, Rebels, & Vixens is a non-fiction work by author Matthew J. Prigge. He has published several books about the history of Milwaukee, this will be his first ever film.
Outlaws, Rebels, & Vixens — The Untold Story of Film Censorship in Milwaukee
What happens when a city tries to police art? Who decides what we’re allowed to see? And what do the battles over movies say about the people who watch them?
Outlaws, Rebels, & Vixens is a documentary based on the groundbreaking non-fiction book by Matthew J. Prigge. It dives deep into the bizarre, fascinating, and often outrageous history of motion picture censorship in Milwaukee—a city where films were once banned, cut to pieces, or outright condemned by moral crusaders who believed they were protecting the public.
But this story isn't just about old movies.
It's about power, control, and the fight for creative freedom. It's about how censorship shaped culture—and how artists, audiences, and activists pushed back. It’s a story that echoes today, as we still debate what should be seen, heard, or silenced.
Why This Documentary Matters
Milwaukee's history of censorship is unlike any other in the U.S.—from local "decency boards" to police raids on theaters, this is a story few know, but all should hear. Through rare archival footage, banned clips, interviews, and vivid storytelling, we’re bringing it to life on screen for the very first time.
Where You Come In
This documentary is independently produced—and we need your help to make it happen.
Your donation supports:
- Licensing archival film and news footage
- On-location filming in Milwaukee and beyond
- Interviewing historians, filmmakers, and witnesses
- Professional editing, sound, and post-production
- Submitting to film festivals and reaching broader audiences
Join the Movement
By backing this project, you're not just funding a film—you’re helping preserve an essential piece of cultural history, and starting conversations that matter today more than ever.
Let’s shine a light on the outlaws, rebels, and vixens who fought the censors—and bring their stories to the screen.
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Studio Time
Costs $700
This is where we shoot the on camera interviews. This buys us 10 hours of studio time.
Equipment
Costs $500
This is for audio, new tripods, and overall the little things like tape and sandbags that can nickel and dime the production.
Post-Production
Costs $800
This is how we finish our film in editing. The licensing we need, for found footage, as well as to pay the editor who puts it all together.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Alexander Murray is a filmmaker local to Milwaukee. He began his filmmaking pursuit in high school as an intern at Bluemark Films. This turned into a job as a production assistant on an indie feature called "Will and Testament" which filmed in the summer of 2011 in Milwaukee, WI.
After spending two years at the Tribeca Flashpoint Academy in Chicago, Alex returned to his roots in Milwaukee. He began his production company GrandZander Studios in 2019. GrandZander Studios has specialized in producing donation videos for local non-profit organizations.