Hot on the heels of Chicago’s Reeling LGBTQ Film Fest that kicked off today the City’s gay community is being spoilt for its choice of queer cinema. Next up, OPEN SPACE ARTS presents new films in its QUEER EXPRESSION program. which confront homophobia head-on. Their goal is simple yet profound: to foster understanding, acceptance, and empathy through engaging performances, readings, film screenings, workshops, and community outreach efforts.
Open Space Arts are dedicated to championing the dignity of every individual, cultivating inclusive spaces where diverse voices are celebrated and authentic stories are told.
QUEER EXPRESSION: BEST OF THE FEST, wll feature an engaging selection of ten short films and two mid-length films, streaming online in October. This vibrant celebration of LGBTQ+ stories is part of the broader QUEER EXPRESSION initiative, showcasing an array of innovative plays and films.
QE BEST OF FEST Fall Shorts will stream from October 2 to 15, presenting a diverse lineup of ten captivating short films. Following that, QE BEST OF FEST Fall Mid-Length Films will be available from October 16 to 29, featuring two remarkable mid-length films that delve into unique queer narratives.
Two of Queerguru Must See Picks include:
Kasera Karami ‘s 175 . Its the summer of 2013 in the UK and Ruth and Juliet are just one of the gay couples who are waiting for Parliament to legalize same-sex marriage. However time is running out as one of them is facing terminal cancer : based on a true story : grab your tissues for this one
20MALEGAYNYC : Blake Pruit’s short was filmed in NY in 2012 explores what it means to be 20-something, gay and living in New York and how we treates each other as young gay men; and how stereotypes play a role in our daily lives.
