Dennis Cleveland, the author of a popular gay book series, returns to his hometown of Farmington, New Mexico, when his grandmother passes away suddenly. A break-in at his grandmother’s house starts Dennis on a search for a turquoise ankle bracelet that may tie into his parent’s death when Dennis was a child. CAST LIST: Narrator:… Continue reading Winning LGBT Feature Screenplay Reading: Totah, by Kevin Gross
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Winning LGBT SHORT Screenplay Reading: The Bastard Prince, by Will Basher
The illegitimate son of a king redeems himself through heroism and self-sacrifice. CAST LIST: Narrator: Allison Kampf Count Louis/Duke of Orleans: Steve Rizzo Dauphin: Bill Poulin King/Soldier: Sean Ballantyne Nun/Queen: Hannah Ehman
Winning LGBT 1st Scene Feature Screenplay Reading: Private, by Brad Bong
A young man faces a defining year when he leaves his world behind, joining the Army to support his family and dying father; and grappling with his own identity during the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” era. Based on actual events. CAST LIST: Narrator: Allison Kampf Avery: Geoff Mays Drill Sergeant: Bill Poulin
Winning LGBT TV Screenplay Reading: Fair Folk, by Sara Larner
Two fairies whose job it is to maintain the barriers between the fairy world and the human world, a job crucial to keeping the fabric of reality stable, struggle with new challenges when their respective fairy courts settle down on a college campus. CAST LIST: Narrator: Allison Kampf Holly/Fire: Hannah Ehman Stage/Flower: Bill Poulin
LGBT+ support in the workplace rises significantly, survey shows — When Women Inspire
Acceptance towards the LGBT+ community is growing in the US, as per a recent survey. Find out what the numbers indicate about LGBT+ support. via LGBT+ support in the workplace rises significantly, survey shows — When Women Inspire
LGBT Media Recommendations — eleanor sophie
Welcome back to Culture Mondays! It’s also now Pride Month, so I thought it would be nice to celebrate some LGBT+ content. So here’s a list with some music, some TV, some films and some books for you to sink your teeth into! via LGBT Media Recommendations — eleanor sophie
Hallmark Channel Gets Glowing Support From Viewers After Debuting Its First Same-Sex Weddi — nyob.news
Hallmark Channel debuted a new movie Saturday night, Wedding Every Weekend, which featured the first same-sex wedding in the network’s history. After the film aired, most viewers showed their love and support for Hallmark’s decision to embrace … via Hallmark Channel Gets Glowing Support From Viewers After Debuting Its First Same-Sex Weddi — nyob.news
Short Film Trailer: NANCY, 16min., USA, Drama/Family
NANCY, 16min., USA, Drama/Family Directed by Alana de Freitas A father struggles to come to terms with his son’s coming out. Read interview with the filmmaker: Watch the Full Audience FEEDBACK Video
LGBT TV PILOT 1st Scene Script Reading: Camouflage And Lipstick, by Lawrence Daly
A female impersonator must join the Army to care for his crazy, ailing, yet loving parents and to get the hell away from them. CAST LIST: Narrator: Allison Kampf Duane/Ted (M): Allan Michael Brunet Shane (M): Geoff Mays Erica/Susan (F): Elizabeth Rose Morriss — Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com Festival Moderators: Matthew Toffolo, Rachel Elder Casting… Continue reading LGBT TV PILOT 1st Scene Script Reading: Camouflage And Lipstick, by Lawrence Daly
LGBT Best Scene Screenplay Reading: THE HOMESTUDY, by Derek Nicoletto
An insecure gay father turns dad-warrior when his husband’s affair with the married Mayor of NYC threatens to derail the adoption of their son. In his fight, he finds his voice, surprising allies and a new definition of “home.” CAST LIST: Narrator: Allison Kampf ERIC: Geoff Mays SAM: Sean Ballantyne ADMINISTATOR: Hannah Ehman — Producer/Director:… Continue reading LGBT Best Scene Screenplay Reading: THE HOMESTUDY, by Derek Nicoletto