Author: lgbttorontofilmfestival

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.

Supreme Court ‘more important than ever’ Trump says in 2020 election pitch after DACA setback — TECKHACK

After the US Supreme Court delivered him a lemon verdict, President Donald Trump set out to make lemonade, announcing he would release a shortlist of SCOTUS nominees as part of his re-election pitch to make the court conservative. A new list of “Conservative Supreme Court Justice nominees” will be released by September 1, the president […]… Continue reading Supreme Court ‘more important than ever’ Trump says in 2020 election pitch after DACA setback — TECKHACK

Court rejects Trump bid to end young immigrants’ protections —

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected President Donald Trump’s effort to end legal protections for 650,000 young immigrants, the second stunning election-season rebuke from the court in a week after its ruling that it’s illegal to fire people because they’re gay or transgender. Immigrants who are part of the 8-year-old Deferred Action… via… Continue reading Court rejects Trump bid to end young immigrants’ protections —

Director Biography – Chris Coats (CONTENT)

After attending college in Santa Barbara, Chris moved to Los Angeles and began working extensively in the film and television industry. In 2012, he joined the roster of The Masses, a filmmaking collective started by director Matt Amato and the late Heath Ledger. With The Masses, Chris directed music videos which were featured on acclaimed… Continue reading Director Biography – Chris Coats (CONTENT)

Short Film: CONTENT, 12min., USA, Drama

When asked to model for a professional photographer, Kevin (Ben Sidell) seems to be willing to do whatever it takes to get the perfect shot. As the shoot commences he proves to be a little out of his depth. When the line of professionalism quickly blurs, Kevin is left to wonder if it was all… Continue reading Short Film: CONTENT, 12min., USA, Drama

Director Biography – Steph Farber (SMOKESCREEN)

Steph Farber is a Seattle-based writer and director. She is interested in exploring and cultivating stories about queer communities, the role of technology in our society, and the beast we all yearn for: connection. After several years of working in the health tech industry, she decided to roll up her sleeves and pursue her love… Continue reading Director Biography – Steph Farber (SMOKESCREEN)

Director Biography – Jingjue Li (MY WIFE IS A CHICKEN)

Jingjue is a Chinese poet who realized she wanted her voice to be heard visually. Inspired by the French new wave to become a rule-breaking filmmaker, she dedicated herself to learning the rules so that she might break them more fully and artistically. She wants to tell slice-of-life stories, but in an Avant-garde way. Director… Continue reading Director Biography – Jingjue Li (MY WIFE IS A CHICKEN)

Short Film: MY WIFE IS A CHICKEN, 15min., Fantasy/Comedy

Bella’s wife has gone missing – the same day a white chicken appears in her home. Coincidence? Bella’s cuckoo-pants therapist says no. Time for couples therapy. News & Reviews “FSU Film Screening (in Mandarin)” World Journal Miami https://www.worldjournal.com/5803317/article-%E4%BD%9B

Director Biography – Jacqueline Grajales (WHITE INK)

Jacqueline Grajales originally graduated with a B.A. in International Business. After graduating she enrolled in a film conservatory where she began to study and work in movies, music videos, short films, documentaries, etc. She has worked in project ranging from indies to big budget films. Jacquie currently resides in Baja California and mostly shoots TV… Continue reading Director Biography – Jacqueline Grajales (WHITE INK)