Set in Switzerland, our story follows Ayaneh, a young refugee from Afghanistan. One day at a public swimming pool she meets Anna and instantly feels attracted to her. As the relationship between the two women develops, Ayaneh is confronted with growing resistance from her religious family. Project Links Website News & Reviews “Film Review” Viddy… Continue reading Short Film: AYANEH, 14min, Switzerland, Drama
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Short Film: HALLELUJAH, 6min., Canada, Experimental
“Hallelujah” is a queer/circus concept about religion and the importance of choosing kindness regardless of our differences or beliefs. Religion is a tough subject for many in the LGBTQ community, and this piece is a reflection of the struggle and rejection we often feel. It tells the story of an individual troubled by the hate… Continue reading Short Film: HALLELUJAH, 6min., Canada, Experimental
Director Biography – Ethan Munoz (GENTLY INTO THE DARK)
Ethan Munoz grew up the small town of Corning, CA and moved to Los Angeles in 2017. He graduated Columbia College Hollywood and got his Bachelor’s degree in 2019. He started out making comedy short films and grew to love making thriller films. Ethan loves to write stories, watch movies, and play videogames. He loves… Continue reading Director Biography – Ethan Munoz (GENTLY INTO THE DARK)
Short Film: GENTLY INTO THE DARK, 7min, USA, Drama
A deranged father uses a bizarre machine to convert his son and son’s lover into his image of what they should be. Project Links Facebook
Director Biography – Jan Jalenak (YOU CAN KISS ME)
Jan Jalenak grew up In Memphis, TN and started out in NYC as an actor and playwright. As a writer, her plays have been seen in NY in theaters including Greenwich Street Theatre, Studio theatre Playwrights Horizons, The Actors Studio, Naked Angels, the Robert Moss Theater, and the Gene Frankel Theatre, among others. Jan is… Continue reading Director Biography – Jan Jalenak (YOU CAN KISS ME)
Short Film: YOU CAN KISS ME, 17min., USA, Drama/Romance
Penelope’s search for the kind of love that’s missing in her life leads her to a motel room with another woman – only to be confronted by the realities of her marriage. Project Links Website
HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: March 2020 LGBT FEEDBACK Film Festival
AUDIENCE AWARD WINNERS: BEST FILM: JUS+ LIKE ME BEST PERFORMANCES: OLD FLAMES BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: LA DISTANCIA BEST MUSIC: RESHAPING BEAUTY Theme of night: Acceptance Watch the Audience FEEDBACK Videos: THE DISTANCE, 18min., Spain, Drama/Teen THE QUIT, 28min., USA, Comedy/Relationship JUS+ LIKE ME, 15min., UK, Documentary NOW I KNOW, 7min., USA, Drama/Teen BOXING DAY, 7min., USA,… Continue reading HIGHLIGHTS & VIDEOS: March 2020 LGBT FEEDBACK Film Festival
The Quit Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from March 2020 LGBTQ Film Festival in LA
THE QUIT, 28min., USA, Comedy/Relationship Directed by Todd Lillethun Roger’s smoking habit has bugged his partner Sam for years. When Roger finally decides to quit, Sam is thrilled to support him, and engages in a campaign for a cure. After the campaign fails, Sam is bitterly devastated, but then sees a dangerous new idea that may… Continue reading The Quit Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from March 2020 LGBTQ Film Festival in LA
The Distance Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from March 2020 LGBTQ Film Festival in LA
THE DISTANCE, 18min., Spain, Drama/Teen Directed by Fernando Lorenzana The fears and insecurities of two teenagers, Sara and Helena, come to light during a bike ride. CLICK HERE – and see full info and more pics of the film!
Reshaping Beauty Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from March 2020 LGBTQ Film Festival in LA
RESHAPING BEAUTY: ROUND IN ALL THE RIGHT PLACES, 8min., USA, Documentary Directed by Tom Goss Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But we live in a world that is obsessed with one specific, narrow type of beauty. How would our perceptions of beauty change if we dared to idealize other types of beauty? CLICK… Continue reading Reshaping Beauty Short Film, Audience FEEDBACK from March 2020 LGBTQ Film Festival in LA
LGBTQ+ Toronto Film Festival 