Ris Fatah
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ULTRAVIOLET : by Kkweer Arts a non-profit dedicated to amplifying queer artists in London UK
Much is said about the reduction globally in the number of queer bars and clubs, and whilst that is true – for the various reasons of which we are all aware – queer art, film, theatre and performance is thriving in an unprecedented manner. London remains a world leader in queer culture with both…
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Queerguru’s Ris Fatah reviews Any Other Way – The Jackie Shane Story about the pioneering 1960s Black trans soul musician.
Just as you think there can’t possibly be many more high-profile queer figures from the past for film makers to profile, up pops another compelling documentary. This time the spotlight shines on pioneering 1960s Black trans soul musician/performer Jackie Shane. Any Other Way – The Jackie Shane Story details the extraordinary journey of…
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Queerguru’s Ris Fatah reviews CONVERSION a candid, heartfelt, new documentary about the evils of conversion therapy
Conversion therapy is the weird pseudo-scientific practice of attempting to change an individual’s sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression to align with heterosexual or cis-gender norms. This abuse has been widespread across the US for decades, most often initiated by twisted religious parents trying to ‘cure’ their queer child. Queer youth are…
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Queerguru’s Ris Fatah reviews SPOOKABLE a humorous offbeat trans werewolf horror story
San Francisco’s Frameline LGBTQ+ Film Festival is the world’s longest-running queer film festival. Founded in 1977, it can always be guaranteed to showcase unique, eye-opening content. One such gem at this year’s festival is Spookable, a humorous offbeat trans werewolf horror story which premieres this Sunday June 23 as part of Frameline’s Fun In…
