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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.

Short Film: DOST, 41min., Netherlands, LGBT/Drama

Alko, a youngster living in the Dutch countryside, is occupied with girls, carbide-shooting and his changing body. While he and his best friend Björn are struggling with their emerging sexuality, the villagers suspect Alko of being gay. This troubles him so much that he makes a decision he will learn to regret. Project Links  Website… Continue reading Short Film: DOST, 41min., Netherlands, LGBT/Drama

LGBT Best Scene Screenplay Reading: NEW TO THIS, by William Opperman

A crowded subway car affords a young man a chance at self-discovery. CAST LIST: Dog Owner: Isabel Kruse Barry: Neil Bennett Narrator: Val Cole Paul: Geoff Mays Jack: Jarrod Terrill Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com Festival Moderators: Matthew Toffolo, Rachel Elder Casting Director: Sean Ballantyne Editors: Kimberly Villarruel, Kyle Drier, John Johnson Festival Directors: Rachel Elder,… Continue reading LGBT Best Scene Screenplay Reading: NEW TO THIS, by William Opperman

LGBT Best Scene Screenplay Reading: Tuxedo Terrace, by Carmine Bicchetti

When the government begins to inspect their marriage, a gay immigrant and his lesbian wife throw a dinner party in an attempt to fool the INS; but soon realize that they aren’t the only ones hiding something. CAST LIST: Lisette: Bianca Alongi Lorenzo: Ryan Singh Narrator: Val Cole Chip: Geoff Mays O’Sullivan: Neil Bennett Kitty:… Continue reading LGBT Best Scene Screenplay Reading: Tuxedo Terrace, by Carmine Bicchetti

LGBT Best Scene Screenplay Reading: This is the Last Time, by Jeff Bretl

This screenplay is based on a true story, my story, about a gay boy who is repeated sexually abused throughout his childhood and how he breaks the chain of abuse within his family. An incredibly uplifting story about inner strength, the screenplay explores the conflicting feelings involved in long-term abuse. It tells the story of… Continue reading LGBT Best Scene Screenplay Reading: This is the Last Time, by Jeff Bretl

MAY 2019 Winning Films & Screenplays

Submit via FilmFreeway:   LGBT SHORT SCREENPLAY: HUNTING SEASON, by Sheila SchroederMay 2019 Winner LGBT BEST SCENE SCREENPLAY: THE IGUANA IN THE PARKING LOT, by Charles BaronMay 2019 Winner LGBT BEST SCENE SCREENPLAY: LOTUS OPERANDI, by Janet CaulfieldMay 2019 Winner THERE’S STILL GOOD, 12min., Japan, LGBT/Drama THE BROTHER, 4min., UK, LGBT/Comedy RISK, 20min., Slovenia, LGBT/Romance… Continue reading MAY 2019 Winning Films & Screenplays

HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: May 2019 LGBT FEEDBACK Film Festival

AUDIENCE AWARD WINNERS: BEST FILM: FREEFALL BEST PERFORMANCES: RISK BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: CHAMP BEST MUSIC: THERE’S STILL GOOD Watch the Audience FEEDBACK Videos: THERE’S STILL GOOD, 12min., Japan, LGBT/Drama THE BROTHER, 4min., UK, LGBT/Comedy RISK, 20min., Slovenia, LGBT/Romance FREEFALL, 16min., Canada, LGBT/Drama CHAMP, 30min, Germany, LGBT/Sports The theme of the May 2019 LGBT Feedback Film Festival… Continue reading HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: May 2019 LGBT FEEDBACK Film Festival

THERE’S STILL GOOD Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from May 2019 LGBT Toronto Festival

THERE’S STILL GOOD, 12min., Japan, LGBT/Drama Directed by Ciaran R. Maidwell Will, a young black student from Cape Town travels to the suburbs with his white boyfriend, K, to meet Joy, K’s mother. At dinner, Joy asks Will what his ‘African’ name is, and the story takes off from there. CLICK HERE – and see full info… Continue reading THERE’S STILL GOOD Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from May 2019 LGBT Toronto Festival

THE BROTHER Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from May 2019 LGBT Toronto Festival

THE BROTHER, 4min., UK, LGBT/Comedy Directed by Kai Fiáin The morning after the night before, Frances finds herself a little bit more involved in a situation than she would want to be – the kind of situation where you don’t ask too many questions. The beauty of London’s East End is that you never quite know… Continue reading THE BROTHER Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from May 2019 LGBT Toronto Festival

RISK Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from May 2019 LGBT Toronto Festival

RISK, 20min., Slovenia, LGBT/Romance Directed by Tina Novak Explores relationships between the male and female mind; the way their psyche is impacted by fear and jealousy, and how they respond differently to the same event leads to gender stereotypes being challenged throughout the film. CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of the film!