The Films: 2022
The Judges have whittled all the submissions down to just 14 films for the third Muskoka Queer Film Festival in 2022.
The Power of We
Synopsis "The Power of We" is a short documentary film that asks the question, “What does it mean to be visibly LGBTQIA+ in a suburban or rural area?” Three brave individuals present the ways in which they are unafraid to live authentically in Conroe, TX. Dynasty...
The Commitment
Synopsis Robert and Ethan are an interracial gay couple fulfilling their dream of adopting a newborn baby. After they meet the expectant Asian birthmother, however, they receive a surprise that threatens their own relationship. [imdb...
Before the Eruption
Synopsis Although a volcanic eruption can occur without any prior signal, volcanoes will most likely issue different types of warnings before the eruption begins. We barely saw it coming.
Stories from Land Back Camp
Synopsis On Indigenous peoples’ day a large tepee was erected in a busy, urban park close to O:se Kenhionhata:tie (Willow River, presently called the Grand River) with the intention to assert an Indigenous presence just for the day. Over 100 days later, the tepee...
We All Lie My Darling
Synopsis ‘We All Lie My Darling’ is a character based ensemble film focusing on a group of five friends in inner Sydney as they deal with new life experiences, exploring their sexuality and finding love.Featuring Sydney locations such as Stonewall, ACON and The...
Fallacy
Synopsis A trans man must work through his own insecurities to pursue the man of his dreams.
Emergence – Out of the Shadows
Synopsis For Kayden, Jag, and Amar, awakening to and expressing their sexuality within conservative South Asian families was a lonely and terrifying experience. Denial, shame and despair haunted their youths, even threatening their lives. Yet, they’ve emerged. In the...
Safe Distance
Synopsis Olek returns to Poland after a few years. He must be in quarantine, but his family refuses to let him in. He has nowhere to go, so he sits in the staircase. Władzio wants to walk his dog, which is about to blow up, but he cannot pass. He has to keep two meter...
Parental Guidance Suggested
Synopsis Real parents (in the form of puppets) seek advice from leaders in Hawaii’s LGBTQI+ community advice on how to better understand their gay son. Featured interviewees include Hawaii News Now digital reporter Dillon Ancheta, civil rights attorney Kim Coco...
The Clinic
Synopsis “The Clinic” is a short film and digital resource to highlight the need for more inclusive healthcare in Canada, and provide resources and tips for medical professionals seeking to make their offices and clinics more inclusive for 2SLGBTQ+ patients.. ...
TRANS – I Got Life
Synopsis "Trans is not a curse or a disease, it's a path." The film TRANS - I Got Life offers rarely seen insights into trans people's often torn sense of life and the complex psychological, hormonal and often also surgical aspects of their transition. Directors...
WorkWear
Synopsis A corporate consultant by day and a drag queen by night, Jebreel’s worlds collide as he prepares for a show and must answer to his demanding boss. A Columbia University short film.
My Mother’s Girlfriend
Synopsis RENUKA and SADIYA, two working-class women in love with each other, enjoy their day out celebrating Renuka's birthday. After a fun-filled day, they head home to spend the night together. But unknown to them, RENUKA's son, MANGESH, is around. MY MOTHER'S...
The Out-Fit
When coming out of the thrift store isn't all you do. A new coming-of-age queer film, The Out-Fit follows Emily, a costume-wearing 25-year-old, on her journey through change, love, and discovering one's self. Written by Australian, Jessica Rookeward. Our director,...