Told from the perspective of Sofia, a queer woman discovering and asserting who she is as a young adult, THE WAY THINGS END is a poetic short film about two friends who are coming to terms with the painful truth that a shift in perspective can sometimes end a friendship. We hear Sofia’s emotional response… Continue reading Short Film: THE WAY THINGS END, 5min., Norway, Drama/LGBT
Category: LGBT Films
Short Film: FUCK, 3min., USA, Drama/LGBT
A one word journey through an unsuspecting freshman’s sexual trials, tribulations, and revelations during her first semester of college. Film Type: Short, Student Runtime: 2 minutes 48 seconds Completion Date: December 19, 2018 Production Budget: 500 USD Country of Origin: United States Country of Filming: United States Shooting Format: Digital Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Film Color:… Continue reading Short Film: FUCK, 3min., USA, Drama/LGBT
Short Film: VAGABOND, 15min., USA, Romance/LGBT
In this coming of age romantic drama the story follows two teenage best friends, Chelsea and Makenna. Chelsea is an introverted and intuitive writer who is turning 18. After her parents’ nasty divorce Chelsea has not seen her father in years. When her birthday rolls around she is free to make her own decision about… Continue reading Short Film: VAGABOND, 15min., USA, Romance/LGBT
Director Biography – Samir Bhamra (MADE ABOUT THE BOY)
Samir Bhamra is a stage writer, director and producer. Some of his credits include the musical Bring on the Bollywood, Precious Bazaar, Cymbeline, A Perfect Ganesh Director Statement When Christopher Hitchens was asked if he believed in free will, he replied: ‘I have no choice.’” This new millennium marked the dawn of a new era… Continue reading Director Biography – Samir Bhamra (MADE ABOUT THE BOY)
Short Film: MAD ABOUT THE BOY, 8min., UK, Musical/LGBT
British born Pakistani singer and songwriter duo, Sidique and Kamaal are in love. They secretly elope and have a gay marriage in Leicester. When Kamaal marries Rukhsana in Pakistan to maintain his heterosexual facade, Sidique is angry and lost. His marriage to Kamaal is completely disregarded in a country where homosexuality is illegal. When Kamaal’s… Continue reading Short Film: MAD ABOUT THE BOY, 8min., UK, Musical/LGBT
LGBT Best Scene Reading: NEW TO THIS, by William Opperman
A chance meeting on the subway leads to a young man’s re-evaluation of his priorities. CAST LIST: NARRATION – JULIE C. SHEPPARD Jack – THOMAS FOURMIER Paul – GENE ABELA — Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com Festival Moderators: Matthew Toffolo, Rachel Elder Casting Director: Sean Ballantyne Editors: Kimberly Villarruel, Ryan Haines, John Johnson Festival Directors: Rachel Elder,… Continue reading LGBT Best Scene Reading: NEW TO THIS, by William Opperman
JULY 2019 Winning Films & Screenplays
Submit via FilmFreeway: <tr TURN IT AROUND, 9min., Netherlands, Romance LGBT SHORT SCREENPLAY: OWEN, by Becca TothJuly 2019 Winner LGBT SHORT SCREENPLAY: NANAY’S LULLABY, by Drew StephensJuly 2019 Winner LGBT BEST SCENE SCREENPLAY: THE PARDON, by Anthony MaddalenaJuly 2019 Winner LGBT BEST SCENE SCREENPLAY: A FOUR SIDED BED, by Elizabeth SearleJuly 2019 Winner LGBT… Continue reading JULY 2019 Winning Films & Screenplays
JUNE 2019 Winning Films & Screenplays
Submit via FilmFreeway: LGBT BEST SCENE SCREENPLAY: TUXEDO TERRACE, by Carmine BicchettiJune 2019 Winner LGBT BEST SCENE SCREENPLAY: NEW TO THIS, by William OppermanJune 2019 Winner LGBT BEST SCENE SCREENPLAY: THIS IS THE LAST TIME, by Jeff BretlJune 2019 Winner Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com Festival Moderators: Matthew Toffolo, Rachel Elder Casting… Continue reading JUNE 2019 Winning Films & Screenplays
Director Biography – Heather Harris (CRUSH)
Heather Harris was born and raised in the Cayman Islands. She began her career working in theatrical publicity for Lionsgate’s The Hunger Games: Catching Fire whilst earning her Bachelor’s degree at New York University (NYU). Heather has worked with various global entertainment labels including Nickelodeon, Viacom, Color Force and StudioCanal. She currently resides in Los… Continue reading Director Biography – Heather Harris (CRUSH)
Short Film: CRUSH, 16min., USA, LGBT/Thriller
Crush is a psychological thriller that centers on a writer named Greyson Michelson who is trying to move forward from her past suicide attempt. When the Suicide Survivors Association reaches out to Greyson to ask her to write a speech about her past struggles, Greyson uses the opportunity to try to move beyond what happened.… Continue reading Short Film: CRUSH, 16min., USA, LGBT/Thriller
LGBTQ+ Toronto Film Festival 