Living up to your family’s high hopes can be almost impossible to navigate, especially as an LGBT+ person. When the world expects families to fit a traditional ideal, what does that mean for the dreams of parents, would-be parents, and the kids caught in the middle?

Though same-sex marriage is now legal in her hometown, Xin, resolves to give up her successful career in the U.S. and return home. Xin's parents eagerly await their daughter's return. However, little do they know about Xin's intentions to take advantage of Taiwan's new same-sex marriage laws. Caught between love and family, Xin risks both her family and lover and is forced to own up to her true feelings.

We Need to Talk About the Ring

Though same-sex marriage is now legal in her hometown, Xin risks both her family and lover and is forced to own up to her true feelings.

Nadav, 17, wants to serve in a combat unit, even though his mother does not agree because he is from a bereaved family. When he discovers that his coach is gay too, his perspective on military service and masculinity in general changes.

Boys (Banim)

17-year-old Nadav wants to serve in a combat unit, even though his mother does not approve. A surprising encounter with his coach changes his perspective.

Sam and Oliver are a gay couple who travel all the way from the United States to India to adopt Chintu The little boy is infected with HIV and lives in an orphanage. However, there are bumps on the road as India’s adoption rules do not favour same sex couples, which acts as a deterrent to complicate the situation. Sam seeks the help of his close friend Meera to cross the hurdle. This leads to a misunderstanding with Oliver who feels left out. Simultaneously, we are introduced to Dr. Sanjay and his wife Asha who consider adoption to make their family complete. Will Sam and Oliver be able to overcome the obstacles they face? And will Chintu be saved and get a loving home to experience the bliss of parental love? That’s the answer we look for in the film.

Saving Chintu

An American -Indian gay couple travels to India to adopt a child living with HIV in an Indian orphanage. Will the couple be able to cope up with the cultural challenges in India?

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The 14th Iris Prize LGBT+ Film Festival is available online & free for viewers in the UK from 6 - 11 October. From 12 - 31 October we're pleased to offer a catch-up opportunity at a small charge.

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