This block features a diverse collection of films that explore the nuances of queer relationships, identity, and self-expression. From humorous and heartfelt moments to introspective and thought-provoking narratives, this selection offers a powerful glimpse into the rich tapestry of queer love.
Great Canyon | Dir. Ella Sahlman | 7 min | Animation, Short | USA | Comedy, Drama, Animation
Great Canyon is a live action / animated hybrid which chronicles a queer first date through the lens of the anxieties and insecurities that exude from the main character.
The Boyfriend Sweater | Dir. Nikki Mezaros | 12 min | Short | USA | Comedy, Drama, LGBTQ
A textile artist, lukewarm about the girl she's been dating, learns about “the sweater hex”- the belief that if you make someone a sweater, the relationship will end before you finish it- and decides to knit her a sweater instead of simply telling her how she feels.
All the Men I Met But Never Dated | Dir. Muneeb Hassan | 11 min | Short | USA | Drama, Musical, Romance
When Ali and Oliver meet, it seems like love at first sight. But because Ali is Muslim and in the closet, it’s not as simple as boy-meets-boy. As Oliver starts to wonder where their relationship can go, Ali must choose between the love he wants and the family and faith he has.
Gender Reveal | Dir. Mo Matton | 13 min | Short | Canada | Drama, Comedy
Rhys, a dedicated people pleaser, winds up at their boss’ gender reveal party with their two partners. The trans throuple soon realize that they are dealing with more than they were prepared for and their ability to survive the event comes into question.
But He’s Gay | Dir. Michael Calciano | 12 min | Short | USA | Comedy
Maeve kills the vibe when she confronts her ex-boyfriend at a party.
Sew Into You | Dir. Emma Josephson | 10 min | Short | USA | Drama, Romance, Comedy
A widowed older woman seeks guidance from her younger queer coworker to ask out a woman for the first time.
Liminality | Dir. Mecca McDonald & Celeste OConnor | 20 min | Short | USA
Zari and Aina are a young couple, orbiting each other but struggling to connect. We first see each of them in their own element: Zari painting to finish a piece for a gallery opening, and Aina coding her own video game designed to increase self-awareness. When Aina makes an effort to connect and Zari shuts her out again, Aina is triggered to send her girlfriend into the video game. In the game, Zari meets different versions of herself and her ego's desires. Ultimately, she has to decide what she's willing to let go of in order to advance to the next level. When the game malfunctions, Aina launches her back into reality and they finally confront each other.
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