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Love Gilbert (2020)A film by Vincent Guzzone. A heartfelt look back over the life and career of Gilbert Baker, creator of the LGBTQ Rainbow Flag. From his childhood in Kansas to San Francisco in the 1970s to a historic meeting with Barak Obama in 2016. This film was created for PERFORMAnCE, POLITICS &amp; PROTEST, The ART of GILERT BAKER an exhibit at the GLBT Museum in San Francisco, California.

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Love Gilbert (2020)

Love Gilbert (2020) A film by Vincent Guzzone. A heartfelt look back over the life and career of Gilbert Baker, creator of the LGBTQ Rainbow Flag. From his childhood in Kansas to San Francisco in the 1970s to a historic meeting with Barak Obama in 2016. This film was created for PERFORMAnCE, POLITICS & PROTEST, The ART of GILERT BAKER an exhibit at the GLBT Museum in San Francisco, California.

The Rainbow Flag Landmark San Francisco California

Around the World We Exist Collection GBFF2025 "Follow the Rainbow 2SLGBTQIA+Community all around the World:

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We Exist / 私たちの居場所 (2024)We Exist is a documentary series about LGBTQIA+ visibility in Japan. Mixing interviews with travel, We Exist shares stories of life as a queer person in Japan. Episode 1, titled: Be Yourself, starts in Tokyo and travels to Matsuyama in Ehime prefecture. Along the way, host Tiffany Rossdale interviews activists, professors, cabaret hostesses, Shikoku’s first transgender city councillor, bar owners, their patrons, as well as people on the street. Come along on a journey through Japan, hearing the voices of the LGBTQIA+ community, and, together, imagine a world where we all can exist. Director Biography -&nbsp;Felicity Tillack<a href="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/825/236/original/dd713ea9c7-headshot.jpg?1720392765" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/825/236/thumb/dd713ea9c7-headshot.jpg?1720392765" width="250" style="border: none; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: middle; display: block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; position: relative;"></a>Felicity Tillack is a writer, video editor and DoP based in Japan since 2006. As a camera assistant, camera operator and DoP, Tillack has filmed music videos, content for tourism promotion, short, and feature films. Her debut feature film, Impossible to Imagine, which she wrote, directed and shot, premiered in Kyoto in 2019. The film has received an award at the Shinjuku World film festival, limited theatrical screenings in Australia and Japan. She is currently working on a documentary series about LGBTQ visibility in Japan called, We Exist.website: www.wherenextjapan.comyoutube: https://www.youtube.com/wherenextjapaninstagram: www.instagram.com/wherenextjapan

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We Exist / 私たちの居場所 (2024)

Dear God - Law Artis / Music Video (2024)A love letter to connect to encourage my community that God will forever love them!❤️🏳️‍🌈😘 Director -&nbsp;Law Artis<a href="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/660/834/original/8d1fc63f53-headshot.jpg?1709136209" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/660/834/thumb/8d1fc63f53-headshot.jpg?1709136209" width="205" style="border: none; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: middle; display: block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; position: relative;"></a>Director-&nbsp;Law Artis Director Biography -&nbsp;Law ArtisLaw Artis was born and raised in NJ. He is a drama graduate of Southern NJ Academy of Performing Arts. He holds a MFA in Creative Writing from Full Sail University. He is also a proud veteran of the US Army. Law is currently living in Los Angeles and making ART on his own terms. He has trained in various performing arts classes from NYC, Hollywood, and Atlanta. He is on a mission to make visceral performing art pieces and collaborate with unique voices all over the world. Taking it one day at a time and letting the most high guide the divine art within his soul. Welcome to Law’s World.

Dear God - Law Artis / Music Video (2024)

Dear God - Law Artis / Music Video (2024) A love letter to connect to encourage my community that God will forever love them!❤️🏳️‍🌈😘

Samlingi (2024)This story is about those #Lgbtqia++ people of Punjab, who are not seen with respect in Punjab. They are made fun of because they look different. Due to this, they have to go through big problems many times. Through this documentary, the challenges faced by those people have been talked about. Their voice against it is also a part of it. Director -&nbsp;Mohan Singh Aulakh<a href="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/776/465/original/a22cc3b67f-headshot.jpg?1721304433" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/776/465/thumb/a22cc3b67f-headshot.jpg?1721304433" width="112" style="border: none; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: middle; display: block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; position: relative;"></a>Director Biography -&nbsp;Mohan Singh AulakhI am Mohan Singh Aulakh, I m Working as Director and Writer on Alternative Cinema, The focus point of my work is to raise social issues and all kinds of discrimination in society and cover the movements that have arisen and are happening to end discrimination so that a beautiful and equal society can be built through cinema. Please tell us your motivation for making your film:I want that the society will change and no-one will face discrimination on the basis of caste , religion, gender , sex and other phobias . I will be changed. Because we are human being. What are the themes and central messages you wanted to convey with your submission?:LGBTQ community of rural areas of Punjab's problems are my central idea . Do you have any further comments or notes about your submission?:I am independent filmmaker. If it will succeed to win any cash prize then I will make the documentary on Himachal/Haryana and Rajasthan LGBTQ community . Credits:Mohan Singh AulakhDirector Mohan Singh AulakhWriter QaumTvProducer Specs:Project Type:DocumentaryRuntime:36 minutes 43 secondsCompletion Date:July 1, 2024Country of Origin:IndiaCountry of Filming:IndiaLanguage:PanjabiShooting Format:DigitalFilm Color:ColorFirst-time Filmmaker:NoStudent Project:No https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2024/Aug/28/stories-beyond-love

Samlingi (2024)

A Different Kind of Love (2025) Canadian QUEER history in the making. A celebration of highlights from North America's FIRST WorldPride that took place in Toronto 2014. Through candid interviews and captivating footage, the film celebrates diversity and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. From insightful conversations with Pride Toronto's Executive Director Kevin Beaulieu to perspectives of prominent Canadian politicians including Glen Murray, John Tory, Olivia Chow, and Kathleen Wynne, the documentary offers a multifaceted look at the significance of WorldPride. Director -&nbsp;Mark Tara<a href="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/630/317/original/7e9fb521e7-headshot.jpg?1712795832" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/630/317/thumb/7e9fb521e7-headshot.jpg?1712795832" width="200" style="border: none; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: middle; display: block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; position: relative;"></a>Director -&nbsp;Mark Tara Director Biography -&nbsp;Mark TaraMark Tara is a trailblazing recording artist and podcast creator celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to the LGBTQ+ community.His debut single "Different Love" soared to #17 in Southern Ontario radio charts, captivating audiences with its infectious beats and empowering message of diversity and acceptance. As the host of the nationally syndicated gay radio show, "Rainbow Country," Mark has established himself as a leading voice in the LGBTQ+ podcasting sphere, earning the distinction of being a #1 LGBT Canadian podcast.With his music and podcast, Mark Tara continues to uplift and inspire listeners across the nation, leaving an indelible mark on both the music industry and the realm of LGBTQ+ advocacy. Please tell us your motivation for making your film:To commemorate the 10th anniversary of North America's WorldPride. What are the themes and central messages you wanted to convey with your submission?:To recognize history. Please list ANY possible CONTENT / TRIGGER Warnings:Police in Pride. Credits:Mark TaraDirector Mark TaraProducer Kevin Beaulieu BeaulieuKey Cast"Executive Director, Pride Toronto" Mychol ScullyKey Cast"General Manager Church-Wellesley Village BIA" Rev. Dr. Brent HawkesKey Cast"Canadian Clergyman &amp; Gay Rights Activist" Pearl Van GeestKey Cast"Kiss Up" Santiago Santiago Fernandez-ConchaKey Cast"Raise The Pride - Tweet Flag" Patrick SchroenKey Cast"Raise The Pride - Tweet Flag" Laura KrahnKey Cast"DYKE MARCH" Dallas BarnesKey Cast"DYKE MARCH" Susan GapkaKey Cast"TRANS MARCH - Trans Activist" Lorraine SegatoKey Cast"The Parachute Club" Barry HarrisKey Cast"Kon Kan" Tom RobinsonKey Cast"Musician" Glen MurrayKey Cast"Politician" John ToryKey Cast"Politician" Olivia ChowKey Cast"Politician" Kathleen WynneKey Cast"Politician" Ken KenigmaCrewCamera WorkKate AshleyCrewCamera WorkRob HuttonCrewCamera WorkMark TaraCrewCamera WorkMark TaraMusicA Different Kind Of LoveBarry HarrisMusicKON KAN - I Beg Your PardonLorraine SegatoMusicTHE PARACHUTE CLUB - Rise upTom RobinsonMusicSing If Your Glad To Be Gay Specs:Project Type:DocumentaryRuntime:31 minutes 51 secondsCompletion Date:April 8, 2024Country of Origin:CanadaCountry of Filming:CanadaLanguage:EnglishShooting Format:DigitalAspect Ratio:16:9Film Color:ColorFirst-time Filmmaker:YesStudent Project:No

A Different Kind of Love (2025)

On The Streets of Lagos (2024) 4 years After the END SARS protest, Kayode goes back to the streets of Lagos, Nigeria in search of Queer Narratives /embedded in the day-to-day experience of the city. With the narrations of a Journalist, an imprisoned Queer person, and a collective of Trans/GNC identities, On the Lagos streets of Lagos highlights intimate stories of survival, community, grief, family, and hope for a minority community in Nigeria.Director -&nbsp;KAYODE TIMILEYIN OLAIDE<a href="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/830/492/original/5f388a08b8-headshot.jpg?1720939916" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/830/492/thumb/5f388a08b8-headshot.jpg?1720939916" width="143" style="border: none; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: middle; display: block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; position: relative;"></a>Director-&nbsp;KAYODE TIMILEYIN OLAIDE Director Biography -&nbsp;KAYODE TIMILEYIN OLAIDEKayode is enacting and documenting African narrative surrounding history, Queerness, places, Women, and Nature, using Productions, Festivals and archives. They are a connoisseur of Nigerian Queer history, with works with the Goethe-Institut Nigeria, House of African Feminism, Witness Change, Where Love is Illegal, The Third Cafe, Wolfgang Tillmans, and FemmeHive amongst others. Kayode is a trained creative and media executive with entrepreneurial training with the Tony Elumelu Foundation, a Terra Academy For Theatre and Art Alumnus, and a Taboom Media Fellow, and recently, an alumnus of the Festival Academy Mystery_45 Atelier with The 2023 European Capital of Culture Eleusus.A Thomas Reuters Foundation-trained journalist, Kayode works featured on HBO's original documentary "The Legend Of the Underground" as the producer of Queercity Podcast, west Africa's biggest LGBTQI+ podcast, other works like Pride in Lagos have been seen on Teen Vogue, Global Citizen, Hollywood Reporter, Daze, Xtra, I-D by Vice, Ynaija, and Adweek amongst other publications. Please tell us your motivation for making your film:The need to tell the young queer Nigerian narrative What are the themes and central messages you wanted to convey with your submission?:Homelessness Trans rights Street violence Community building Please list ANY possible CONTENT / TRIGGER Warnings:Violence Credits:KAYODE TIMILEYIN OLAIDEDirector KAYODE TIMILEYIN OLAIDEWriter KAYODE TIMILEYIN OLAIDEProducer KAYODE TIMILEYIN OLAIDEKey Cast"Narrator" Bolaji AkinwandeKey Cast Adedeji AjibadeKey Cast Adunni TiwatopeKey Cast Specs:Project Type:Documentary, FeatureRuntime:57 minutes 20 secondsCompletion Date:May 30, 2024Production Budget:7,000 USDCountry of Origin:NigeriaCountry of Filming:NigeriaLanguage:EnglishShooting Format:Digital, RED 6k, 35mm, 50mmAspect Ratio:16:9Film Color:ColorFirst-time Filmmaker:YesStudent Project:No https://rpublc.com/june-july-2024-2/a-true-portrait-of-queer-nigerian-life/

Violence, Homophobia, Self Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Homelessness

On The Streets of Lagos (2024)

Loyalty Over Everything (2025)This film is based on the true events of the life of Samantha "SteadyRockin" Rogers, a Queer hip-hop music promoter who risks it all for the love of Hip-Hop, the love of Family, and the love of Love. Director -&nbsp;Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams<a href="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/796/671/original/a51567b436-headshot.jpg?1717521471" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://filmfreeway-production-storage-01-connector.filmfreeway.com/press_kits/headshots/002/796/671/thumb/a51567b436-headshot.jpg?1717521471" width="201" style="border: none; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: middle; display: block; height: auto; max-width: 100%; position: relative;"></a>Director -&nbsp;Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams Director Biography -&nbsp;Drusilla Jean Talley-WilliamsDrusilla's interest in film began in small town USA,&nbsp;in Easley, SC, after seeing "Gone with the Wind" on a middle school field trip. She finally found something more exciting than reading to broaden her imagination and take her to times, places, and events that she could only dream of. She began writing screenplays in college but spent her twenties and thirties working as a Human Resource Consultant while taking screenwriting classes and attending pitch competitions here and there. Then in 2020, there was the COVID lockdown, and she experienced an awakening. She decided that playing it safe is stupid and life is short. So she set out to do what she was always destined to do. She produced her first content, "The Unlearning of US: Episode 1, The Blue-gieman and US" of a six-part documentary series. The episode is available to view on Amazon Prime and Tubi.Director StatementLiving my dream! Please tell us your motivation for making your film:I think that this film is one of a kind, real-life story that deserves attention. It fits perfectly with this festival's genre.What are the themes and central messages you wanted to convey with your submission?:The message for this film is that there is a struggle to life no matter who you are. That can be compounded for those whose sexuality, appearance, or gender isn't the norm. Difficulties can sometimes become compounded and everyday situations can lead to doubt and uncertainty resulting in bad decisions. And also conveys that there was a lot of lost during COVID and there were some amazing souls that we need to grieve. Please list ANY possible CONTENT / TRIGGER Warnings:Flashing siren lights; foul language, alcohol consumption Credits:Drusilla Jean Talley-WilliamsDirectorThe Unlearning of USDrusilla Jean Talley-WilliamsWriter Jonell BrownWriter Drusilla Jean Talley-WilliamsProducerThe Unlearning of USMichael ReedProducer Barbara ElyseKey Cast"Samantha Rogers" Moneca ReidKey Cast"Linda Rogers" DeShele TaylorKey Cast"Deborah Clinkscales" D'Andra WilliamsKey Cast"Young Sam" Sterling ReshaudKey Cast"Tariq " Specs:Project Type:FeatureRuntime:1 hour 16 minutes 59 secondsCompletion Date:June 30, 2024Production Budget:250,000 USDCountry of Origin:United StatesCountry of Filming:United StatesLanguage:EnglishShooting Format:DigitalAspect Ratio:16:9Film Color:ColorFirst-time Filmmaker:NoStudent Project:No check out our Podcast: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fivelemonslaughing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@fivelemonslaughing</a>

Loyalty Over Everything (2025)

Loyalty Over Everything (2025) This film is based on the true events of the life of Samantha "SteadyRockin" Rogers, a Queer hip-hop music promoter who risks it all for the love of Hip-Hop, the love of Family, and the love of Love.

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