The Mattachine Family

When Thomas (Nico Tortorella), a devoted photographer, and Oscar (Juan Pablo Di Pace), a forgotten child star, meet, it’s love at first sight. When they decide to foster Arthur, he imbues their life with boundless light and joy. A year later, however, Arthur is sent back to live with his biological mother, and the grieving couple must reconcile what family means to them—with a little help from friends (Emily Hampshire and Jake Choi).

The Mattachine Family gives us an insight into the complexities of queer parenthood. Shaped by director Andrew Vallentine’s own experiences, the film balances moments of vulnerability with comic relief and heartfelt honesty. You’ll have the warm and fuzzies long after you’ve left the theatre.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the artists.

Total event runtime: 119 min