Overview

This four-film series showcases the diverse and vibrant spectrum of LGBTQ+ stories from around the world. Included in the series are two new films highlighting contemporary issues and LGBTQ+ life today, through both an international and American lens: Desire Lines, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, and Queendom, which premiered at SXSW.

Alongside these newer works are two classic films: Tongues Untied (1989) and The Watermelon Woman (1996), both hugely influential in expanding the boundaries of queer cinema and paving the way for greater diversity and representation within the industry. By centering the experiences of Black LGBTQ+ individuals and foregrounding their voices and perspectives, these films helped to create space for more inclusive storytelling and fostered a sense of belonging and empowerment within the queer community. Additionally, their impact extended beyond the realm of cinema, influencing activism, scholarship, and cultural discourse surrounding issues of race, sexuality, and identity.

Interested in sponsoring the LGBTQ+ Film Showcase? Email sarah@neworleansfilmsociety.org.