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‘Daisy: Prophet of the Apocalypse’ is a mockumentary/experimental film that follows a radical Trans preacher and her cult following. After an encounter with a queer goddess atop a mountain, Daisy embarks on a journey to prophesy the end of the world, and save as many people as she can. She promises salvation for those who denounce heterosexuality, resulting in their ultimate rebirth as monsters in the New Queer World. Venus Patel is a transfemme artist of colour based in Dublin, working in film and performance. Patel uses her work to talk about her experience as an "other", trying to navigate the world. She questions the heteronormative society we live in, why the need to conform is so heavily enforced, and how that affects the perceptions of the world around us. Although her work deals with serious subject matter such as hate crimes, religious guilt, and Queer/POC bodily suppression, she utilises a unique mix of humour, absurdity, and abjection to create multi-faceted films.

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Daisy: Prophet of the Apocalypse

Upon meeting a queer goddess atop a mountain, a radical Trans preacher sets on a journey to prophesy the end of the world, promising salvation only for those who denounce heterosexuality.

When Tess learns of her estranged father’s death, she travels to the funeral hoping for nothing more than some closure and the chance to meet the woman who stole him from her. Immediately blindsided by the revelation that her father was a transgender woman, Tess starts to wonder what else has been kept from her, turning to her mother for answers. Realising that nothing is as it seems, Tess must challenge not only everything she has been told about her childhood but, most importantly, her understanding of what it meant to be a father.-----Directed by Jake Graf and co-directed by Hannah Graf, Stone is the first film the couple have worked on so closely together. Jake is an international award winning director, writer and actor based in London known for Dawn (2016), Chance (2015), The Danish Girl (2015), Colette (2018) and Dusk (2017). Jake is an active and visible member of the transgender community, speaking internationally on trans issues, particularly in relation to film and media. He is a judge for the Iris Prize Film Festival, the European Diversity Awards, The Rainbow Honours and The National Diversity Awards and was heavily involved in Stonewall's successful campaign to include the transgender community in their political lobbying and campaigning. They are the subjects of the hit Channel 4 documentary 'Our Baby: A Modern Miracle' and their autobiography 'Becoming Us' is available through Hachette Books. Hannah Graf is a retired 10 year veteran of the British Army, and since meeting and marrying Jake has discovered a passion for filmmaking in all its forms. Hannah co-produced Jake's films 'Headspace', 'Listen' and 'Bully', and developed and co-directed latest film 'Stone'.

Stone

Does being a woman stop you from being a father?

"ALQUIMIA TRANS" is a short documentary that delves into the unique experiences of trans masculine activists across Latin America. Through poignant narratives from individuals in Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Puerto Rico, the film offers a compelling testimony to the challenges and triumphs encountered by trans masculine individuals in the region. Embracing a quiet and minimalist style, "ALQUIMIA TRANS" serves as a meditative exploration of the power of self-discovery. The visual aesthetic has a deliberately subtle quality that functions as if the participants are speaking to and with each other. To present a rich and multidimensional narrative, the film intricately weaves interviews with key figures in Latin American trans masculine advocacy. These brave individuals have faced isolation and challenges amid a scarcity of visibility, resources, and support networks. Despite discrimination, they demonstrate immense courage, pioneering the way for future generations and contributing to the progress of the trans community. The featured leaders, who span a variety of ages, have defied societal norms, leaving an indelible mark on generations of trans masculine individuals. The trans men featured in "ALQUIMIA TRANS" are activists involved in LGBT and trans masculine-specific advocacy in their countries. The film serves as living proof, countering the notion that trans men lack a substantial history of advocacy and empowerment and highlighting the diverse paths to liberation within the trans masculine community.

TRANS ALCHEMY [ALQUIMIA TRANS]

"ALQUIMIA TRANS" is a short documentary that delves into the unique experiences of trans masculine activists across Latin America. Through poignant narratives from individuals in Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Puerto Rico, the film offers a compelling testimony to the challenges and triumphs encountered by trans masculine individuals in the region.

A reluctant mother-to-be, struggling to accept the pregnancy she has to endure, has a deeply shocking labour experience. But when faced with her husband’s disgust at what she has birthed, she’s forced to take drastic measures to reconcile with who she has become.<a href="http://nestfilm.co.nz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">nestfilm.co.nz</a>-----Willem is a young trans filmmaker who is committed to telling queer stories on screen. He is a writer, director and editor and has recently graduated from Victoria University of Wellington with a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media Studies. Willem’s debut short film NEST, which he wrote, directed and co-edited explores his experience coming to terms with his transness using the body-horror genre. To honour his kaupapa of authentic storytelling, NEST’s production was also used as an opportunity to up-skill other young trans filmmakers. He has recently completed HYDRA, a short documentary he directed about Pōneke drag queen and sex work activist, Vixen Temple.

NEST

A reluctant mother-to-be has a deeply shocking labour experience, but when faced with her husband’s disgust, she must take drastic measures to reconcile with who she has become.

We embark on a journey in which the deepest feelings of a group of trans individuals will guide an intimate and emotional relationship between two trans people through their experiences.-----Bella is an artist from São Paulo, Brazil, and currently living in Madrid, Spain. They work in directing, scriptwriting, editing, and visual arts. They are interested in photography and analog and experimental processes. In their art and projects, they explore Sensibility, seeking textures, colors, movements, and texts that can translate feelings. They graduated in Film and Social Communication in Brazil at FAAP University and completed a Master's in Film and TV Series Direction at TAI University School of Arts in Madrid. Among their filmography, you can find the following titles that they have directed: Los Siento (2024); Les Deseo (2024); Quanto tempo dura o toque (2023); Eurídice (2023)

I Feel (For) You [Los siento]

For a society that is neither as brave nor as prepared as them

In the midst of a familial conflict sparked by transphobia, Caleb navigates the complexities of social prejudices, acceptance and unconditional love.

man enough

Navigating the complexities of social prejudice

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