QWOCMAP Film Night- QTBIPOC Youth
Where: In-Person, SF LGBT Center
Hosted By: Community Programs
About: We are excited to showcase a selection of short films curated by our beloved community partner organization QWOCMAP (Queer Women of Color Media Arts Project). This will be a monthly event, with each month featuring films that align with the monthly topic.
April’s films will center around QTBIPOC youth. From a young queer Asian-American writing to their father to a young African American lesbian affirming herself through dance, to the relationship between queer and trans-Latinx youth and the food that explores their complex identity, these films connect us to the tender experience of QTBIPOC youth as they grow and discover their power.
Films include:
Finding Hope by Nicholas Hatten and Rosie Walker
A young lesbian discovers the strength to be herself after Finding Hope in an accepting community.
A Letter to My Father by Ren Liu
A young queer Asian-American writes A Letter to My Father within the space of their family restaurant.
Natural by Beatriz Cadenas
Wilting words grow to acceptance for a Latina mother and child.
Home by Gato Rodriguez
A young queer/trans Latinx soars Home to connect with his grandma, his culture, and his identity through enchiladas.
I Am Kavi by Kavi Dhan
A South Asian transgender filmmaker strides into who he is.
Home by Christina Lang
For a biracial Chinese woman, everyday moments create home.
Sweetmess by Marbella Noble and Mel Octaviano
A nonbinary Latinx cultivates abundant pleasure through food.
Disquiet by Sam Ku
A queer, nonbinary Asian bounds toward self-definition.
Call to Prayer by Sarah O’Neal and Tiara Jackson
For a young Muslim woman and her Christian friend, a benevolent Call To Prayer becomes a beacon for healing.
Close Quarters by Maggie de Guzman
A tiny bathroom inducts signals of togetherness between the plexus of chosen Filipinx family.
How To Respect Gender Pronouns by Imani Outen
A Black woman’s understanding of gender unfurls in wonder.
Dinner for Two by Ami Nashimoto
A woman bubbles with nerves while making a meal for a date.
Closet Dance by Aaron Ornelas and Catherine Pope
A young African American lesbian affirms herself after a Closet Dance.
Doors open at 6:00 pm and the program begins at 6:30 pm. Light refreshments will be offered.