Outfest, the Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization dedicated to nurturing, showcasing and protecting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) images, has announced an original and diverse programming lineup for Outfest 2010: The 28th Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Film Festival. The nation’s leading LGBT festival and the oldest film festival in the city will be held July 8 to 18.
In addition to the 147 films (60 features and 87 shorts) from 23 countries, Outfest hosts over a dozen panels and special events at several venues across Los Angeles, including Hollywood, West Hollywood and Downtown.
“This year’s incredible line-up celebrates all of the forward-thinking artists that push the boundaries for LGBT rights and equality,” says Kirsten Schaffer, Executive Director of Outfest. “From Allen Ginsberg’s quest for personal and artistic liberation to stories that challenge the status quo in the age of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell and gay marriage bans, this inspiring collection of films is sure to impact both gay and straight audiences.”
41 Years Ago today, the Gay rights movement was catapulted to headlines as brave LGBT’s in New York City, who were tired of being discriminated against, were pushed to far at the Stonewall Inn Bar by the police. Although Gay movements have occurred prior to Stonewall, this one was special because of the multiple days of rioting and triumph our community endured. Thank you to those who were there this night decades ago. We would not be who we are today without your strength.
The View Bar in New York City, NY will be havind a DVD release party for Nearlife Production’s film Boycrazy along with other short-musical films. Marcos has a small role, but you can see him act, sing, and dance. Directed by the talented John Sobrack, Boycrazy takes a short peek into the life of a young professional torn between two men…What’s a guy to do?
Ok, dont hate us fellow gays-SO we are not really fans of the vampire craze, but maybe its a sign of the economy starting to shape up when (according to Deadline) North America can spend $141 Million making New Moon the All-time 3rd Biggest Opening Weekend.
Um…we watched Interview with a Vampire last week…does that count?
Rumor: Did the writer, Stephanie Meyer, donate to Yes on 8? We keep doing research and cannot find anything concrete. Yes, she is Mormon, but lets not speculate until we know where she stands. Please comment and let us know what you think, we’ll reach out to her.