Out On Film is happy to offer its annual assemblage of Atlanta- and Georgia-specific fare. Ben, a trans man with a bright and joyful life and community, agrees to meet his traditional father for coffee after 7 years of estrangement. A middle school science teacher finds herself caught in a delicate situation. Mal just wants this tutoring session to be over so she can get some sleep, but her tutor Lillith has eyes for more than just the math problems. Jade, a black trans woman, navigates the challenges of dysphoria and finds solace in her community. After accidentally standing up someone for a first date, Sage finds herself enamored by a new unexpected love interest. Clara and June navigate a bizarre night together thanks to an unlikely hero: a dead cat named Beans.

Ben is a young trans man who shares a full and joyful life with his partner, Felix. But when his estranged father reaches out and asks to have coffee, Ben is forced to revisit some painful moments in his past. Over the course of a year, Ben and his dad attempt to find reconciliation and a path forward with one another.

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Ben, a trans man with a full and joyful life, agrees to meet his traditional father for coffee after 7 years of estrangement.

Take Note is a heartwarming story about a middle school science teacher, Ms. Amado, who finds herself caught in a delicate situation. Each morning, Miss Amado is met by one of her students, Lexi (13), prior to class beginning. Like clockwork, Lexi leaves a note on Bell’s desk. As class proceeds, Bell (13), now flushed and distracted, can't focus on the lesson plan. A brief confrontation reveals the true reason behind Lexi's flirting through a physical note. Texting is out of the question, both girls are afraid of what will happen if Bell’s parents find out about their mutual “crushes”, and they monitor all messages on her phone. After learning this, Ms. Amado is forced to confront conservative prejudices within the school system by coming out to her entire class. Ms. Amado hopes to set positive examples for her students and create a safe and inclusive environment for all.

Take Note

Take Note is a heartwarming film that follows a teacher, Ms. Amado, who catches a glimpse of a budding romance between two of her students. She discovers that they're afraid to come out. Ms. Amado confronts her own fears and comes out to her class in hopes of inspiring them to be who they are.

Mal and Lilith go from friends to maybe something more in the course of one tutoring session. As Lilith tutors Mal, and subtly flirts, Mal just wants the answers to the homework so she can go to bed, pass the class, and remain eligible to play. Will Lilith build up the courage to confess her true feelings?

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Mal just wants this tutoring session to be over so she can get some sleep, but her tutor Lillith has eyes for more than just the math problems Mal is having trouble grasping.

In a future America torn apart by civil war, Jade, a Black transgender woman, navigates her daily routine of feeding chickens, doing laundry the old-fashioned way, and prepping crops, all while struggling with intense dysphoria in a world without access to gender-affirming hormones. Working at a queer clinic with her nonbinary best friend Starr, Jade helps community members and faces her own emotional battles. Her cisgender partner, Aiden, encourages her to talk about her feelings after a high-alert CODE ANSLEY is announced, reminding them of the harsh realities they live in. Jade's jealousy and sadness are heightened when she sees Aiden assisting someone at the clinic, leading Starr to offer support and makeup to affirm Jade's gender. The story culminates with Jade using the makeup to feel more feminine and vulnerably connecting with Aiden during a community celebration, highlighting the power of queer joy and resilience in desperate times.

Queer Dystopian Short

In post-collapse America, Jade, a Black trans woman, finds strength and rediscovery through her nonbinary best friend and queer community.

After spending her afternoon playing video games instead of getting ready, Sage shows up to a first date over an hour late, her date nowhere to be found. She finds a seat at the bar and ends up spending the evening with Megan, a new love interest that has captivated her attention. Maybe things work out the way they are supposed to after all?

All These Leftovers

After accidentally standing up someone for a first date, Sage finds herself enamored by a new love interest.

9 Lives follows Clara, a recently fired and emotionally tired girl who finds herself rambling existential nothings at a friends birthday party. Her panic sends her flying into an occupied bathroom where she meets the esoteric and wildly misunderstood June. Together they discover a unique bond created by their unified grief. You see, June's cat is in the back of her car. Dead. And neither of them are quite prepared to navigate their own grievances independently, but together they find the courage and motivation to go bury the death that they're holding onto.

9 Lives

Follow the journey of Clara and June as they navigate a bizarre night together thanks to an unlikely here: a dead cat named Beans.

Out on Film's Festival Director Jim Farmer in conversation with the filmmakers from the Local Shorts program.

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