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Festival occurring twice a year. In Toronto in June. And in Los Angeles in September. Showcasing the best of LGBT Short Films and Screenplays from around the world.

Famous Television Presenter Phillip Schofield: I’m Gay — Gay Film, Gay Short Film, Gay Movie, Gay Short Films & Movies. LGBTI.Tv

Phillip Schofield, one of the UK’s top ITV screens, announced today that he is gay. “I’m gay. There has been a lot of heartbreaking talk in this house,” said Schofield, who has been married for 27 years and has daughters named Molly and Ruby. Phillip Schofield, one of the UK’s best-known presenter, announced that he […]… Continue reading Famous Television Presenter Phillip Schofield: I’m Gay — Gay Film, Gay Short Film, Gay Movie, Gay Short Films & Movies. LGBTI.Tv

HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: April 2020 LGBT FEEDBACK Film Festival

AUDIENCE AWARD WINNERS: BEST FILM: HALLELUJAH BEST PERFORMANCES: BOLDLY GO BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: FLOOD BEST SOUND & MUSIC: ENCLOSURE Theme of night: Outer expressions NOTE: Festival took place during the COVID-19 virus lockdown so all screenings were held in private. Watch the Audience FEEDBACK Videos: YOU CAN KISS ME, 17min., USA, Drama/Romance RENOVATION, 20min., Denmark, Drama… Continue reading HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: April 2020 LGBT FEEDBACK Film Festival

Ayaneh Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from April 2020 LGBT Film Festival

AYANEH, 14min, Switzerland, Drama Directed by Nicolas Greinacher Set in Switzerland, our story follows Ayaneh, a young refugee from Afghanistan. One day at a public swimming pool she meets Anna and instantly feels attracted to her. As the relationship between the two women develops, Ayaneh is confronted with growing resistance from her religious family. CLICK HERE –… Continue reading Ayaneh Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from April 2020 LGBT Film Festival

Hallelujah Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from April 2020 LGBT Film Festival

HALLELUJAH, 6min., Canada, Experimental Directed by Matthew Richardson “Hallelujah” is a queer/circus concept about religion and the importance of choosing kindness regardless of our differences or beliefs. Religion is a tough subject for many in the LGBTQ community, and this piece is a reflection of the struggle and rejection we often feel. It tells the story… Continue reading Hallelujah Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from April 2020 LGBT Film Festival

Gently Into The Dark Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from April 2020 LGBT Film Festival

GENTLY INTO THE DARK, 7min, USA, Drama Directed by Ethan Munoz A deranged father uses a bizarre machine to convert his son and son’s lover into his image of what they should be. CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of the film!

Sammy The Salmon Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from April 2020 LGBT Film Festival

SAMMY THE SALMON, 6min., Australia, Comedy/Fantasy Directed by Jake Shannon Unable to pluck up the courage to tell his girlfriend he’s gay, Spencer comes across Sammy – a talking salmon who offers to get his love-life back on track. CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of the film!

Queerly Beloved Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from April 2020 LGBT Film Festival

QUEERLY BELOVED, 14min., USA, Documentary Directed by Kellie Etling, Caitlyn Johannes, Aditya Sudhakaran An experimental documentary that explores queer identity and empathy CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of the film!