Genres: narrative

  • Dyke Dollar

    In the 1990s, Gay and Lesbian activists began stamping their dollars to prove they contributed to the American economy. This is the story of one of those dollars. A routine visit to the local convenience store turns out to be an adventure for Pete, a shy teenager who finds himself the unlikely “best bud” of a giant lesbian dollar bill named Evelyn. When Pete’s best friend Ben takes a liking to Evelyn, Pete must figure out a way to spend her in this irreverent teenage bromantic comedy. For Germany, Austria and German-speaking Switzerland: Available through Salzberger & Co. Medien Gmblt.

  • L.U.G.S.

    Revolving around a group of twentysomething lesbians attending university in a big city, “L.U.G.S.” is a short film that deals with themes of discovery, romance, sexuality, and friendship.

  • Monster in the Closet

    A two-headed monster grabs a little girl’s backpack – which leads to a transformation!

  • Buttery Top

    First dates are hell, especially when one woman brings a loaf of processed bread to dinner. A loaf of processed bread! Is this romance doomed before the first slice is eaten? “A charming and sweet short.” – Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival (2009) Selected Screenings: Newfest LGBT Film Festival, 2009 (New York, NY); Frameline LGBT Film Festival, 2009 (San Francisco, CA); Q Fest LGBT Film Festival, 2009 (Philadelphia, PA)

  • All That Sheltering Emptiness

    “All That Sheltering Emptiness” is a meditation on elevators, hotel lobbies, hundred dollar bills, the bathroom, a cab, chandeliers, cocktails, the receptionist, arousal, and other routines in the life of a New York City callboy. Gorgeously hand-processed in full 16mm glory, this film is a collaboration between Gina Carducci (Stone Welcome Mat) and Mattilda Bernstein Sycamore (author of So Many Ways to Sleep Badly; editor of That’s Revolting! Queer Strategies for Resisting Assimilation). “All That Sheltering Emptiness” explodes the typical narratives of desire, escape and intimacy to evoke something more honest.

  • transatlantic

    Two couples on either side of the Atlantic share a mysterious connection.

  • Marionettes, The

    In November 2008, Californians narrowly voted to abolish equal marriage rights for same-sex couples. Throughout the campaign, Proposition 8 advocates repeatedly claimed that marriage equality harms children. This film is a creative response to that contention. “The Marionettes” uses striking marionettes, ornate miniatures, and stylized chiaroscuro lighting to tell the story of a little girl’s puppet show and a fantasy world where parental disapproval casts an unseemly pall.

  • Little Love

    When desires for the future become entangled, friendships and a relationship are torn apart among a group of friends. Andy has it all: a nice house, a great job, and a cute boyfriend, Rafael. Rafael feels lost in Andy’s shadow and has to make some tough decisions to pursue his own dreams. New to the city, Markus meets Andy at work. Andy and Rafael welcome Markus into their tight-knit group of friends. When Andy is out of town the sparks fly between Markus and Rafael, and they test the bounds of Andy and Rafael’s open relationship.

  • Communication

    Jacob, a young Orthodox Jewish student, never expected to hear from his old university tutor Andrew ever again. Shocked to learn of Andrew’s sudden death, and surprised to discover that he has inherited his entire estate, Jacob returns to Andrew’s house looking for answers. As Jacob wanders from room to empty room, a flood of memories from their final days together return to haunt him, leading to a final confrontation which forces Jacob to accept a painful truth about their relationship – and himself. Awards & Nominations: Outstanding Short Film, QBliss Creating Change Community Awards; Best Dramatic Short, Fort Worth…

  • Golden Years

    Eve, an unhappy but successful sex worker who is saving money for surgery, discovers an abandoned baby. With the good but poorly formulated intentions of Joe – a strange client with a Christmas fetish – the couple decide to raise the baby.