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Short Film: IN THE CORNER OF MY EYE, 12min., China, Romance
Gu struggles to come to terms with his sexuality due to social pressure. He shows his fondness to He Dong in anonymity until one day they were invited to the same party where Gu was forced to make a decision… Director Biography – Alicia Gong Alicia Gong is born in New York City in 2004. Gong… Continue reading Short Film: IN THE CORNER OF MY EYE, 12min., China, Romance
Short Film: ORDINARY WORLD, 14min., USA, Drama
Hunter, a young autistic man who has just relocated to New York City, finds himself in the middle of a hot and sweaty New York summer struggling to adjust. He retreats inward and spends his days listening to music alone and exploring his richly imaginative inner world which contains his only friend, Imaginary. One day,… Continue reading Short Film: ORDINARY WORLD, 14min., USA, Drama
Short Film: FAG, 35min., France, Coming of Age Drama
Seventeen-year-old Thomas is attracted to Esteban, a fellow student. After a drunken kiss at a party, the rumor about Thomas’ homosexuality quickly spreads around school, and the young boy soon faces judgement and discrimination… Project Links Website Instagram Director Biography – Olivier Lallart Passionate about films and new technologies, Olivier knew he wanted to direct short… Continue reading Short Film: FAG, 35min., France, Coming of Age Drama
Short Film: WHAT’S ‘GAY’? ASKED MAE, 3min., USA, Animation
“What’s ‘Gay’?” Asked Mae – Two children in the garden are helped by a variety of birds to understand the real meaning of the word “gay.” “It’s a way to love,” cooed the Mourning Dove. Based on the book by Brian McNaught, the three-minute animated movie provides an excellent resource for teachers and parents on… Continue reading Short Film: WHAT’S ‘GAY’? ASKED MAE, 3min., USA, Animation
Short Film: WORKWEAR, 5min., USA, Drama
A corporate consultant by day and a drag queen by night, Jebreel’s worlds collide as he prepares for a show and must answer to his demanding boss. A Columbia University short film. Director Biography – Emily Everhard
LGBTQ+ Festival SHORT Screenplay Reading: Rose Colored Glasses
When a lonely professor goes in search of his childhood lost love, he gets an unexpected education about who he truly is. CAST LIST: Narrator: Steve Rizzo Johnny: Geoff Mays Receptionist/Candy: Kyana Teresa Ernie: Sean Ballantyne Johnny’s Father/Billy: Allan Michael Brunet Vera/Victoria: Hannah Ehman ——
LGBTQ+ Festival Best Scene Reading: Strange Meeting, by L. T. Hewitt
As Edward signs to fight for King and Country in WW1, he finds himself fighting for survival in a French forest… with a German soldier. CAST LIST: Narrator: Sean Ballantyne Edward: Allan Michael Brunet Margery: Kyana Teresa Teresa —–
LGBTQ+ Festival TV PILOT 1st Scene Script Reading: Welcome to the Jungle, by Emma Katz
A young person going to a drag club in San Francisco feels seen for the first time when they see an all Asian drag group. CAST LIST: Narrator: Steve Rizzo Receptionist Tannoy/Carmen: Julie Sheppard Doctor: Allan Michael Brunet Robyn: Kyana Teresa Carmen: Hannah Ehman ——
LGBTQ+ Festival TV PILOT 1st Scene Reading: Abso-Positively, by Elyssa Catalfano
An adult animated series about a high-spirited, adopted teen tries to stay positive while navigating through his chaotic life with his supernatural, dysfunctional family. CAST LIST: Narrator: Steve Rizzo DEVLAND: Allan Michael Brunet MARRA: Kyana Teresa WARREN/EDRIC: Sean Ballantyne ARI: Steve RIzzo