Shorts: Ageing with Pleasure

Sept 20, 2024
3 PM

Location
International Village

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Sept 21, 3 PM - Sept 24, 3 PM

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Queer elders take destiny into their own hands in this collection of fresh stories featuring legendary drag queens, tantric healers, and intergenerational troublemakers. Sexy, profound, and deliciously unexpected, these short films demonstrate that age is only a number when it comes to living out loud.

All films in this program will also be available to watch online.

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An ad for a second-hand pair of red stiletto boots leads to an unlikely connection and the fulfilment of a lifelong fantasy.

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After the death of her husband, a vicar’s wife unearths the lesbian erotic novel she wrote in her youth and throws herself back into her old passion.

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A pioneering queer performance artist explores her craving for physical and emotional touch, revealing insights into human connection and intimacy.

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A Chinese woman reconnects with her first love. They wander the city all night, reminiscing about the past and contemplating their future.

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Against friendly advice to relax and rest, a gay activist who refuses to retire decides to open Brazil’s first LGBTQIA+ senior home.

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What is the difference between the blue sponge and the yellow sponge? This question haunts Jason, who prefers not to concern himself with chores.

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Palestinian drag queen, and artist Sultana of New York reflects on her journey, and the challenges of performing drag and staying true to herself

POST-SCREENING Q/A
David Ledger

Director, 'Rejoyce!'

David Ledger is a British writer/director. His debut short ‘Rejoyce!’ (starring Amanda Walker – ‘Triangle of Sadness’) had its world premiere at BFI Flare 2024. His next short, ‘Odd Socks’ (starring Paterson Joseph – ‘Peep Show’, ‘Wonka’, and Sandi Toksvig – ‘QI’, ‘Call the Midwife’), is due for release later in 2024. Born in North London, he trained at Drama Centre London.

Julian Wonn

Director, 'Longing in Me'

In the past few years Julian Wonn has worked on series and films for employers such as Netflix, Apple TV+ and Paramount+. In 2023, he completed a directing internship with the famous and renowned documentary film director Rosa von Praunheim. Currently he’s working in the casting sector at UFA Serial Drama in Babelsberg, Germany and will begin his studies in directing in October 2024.

Patrick Gasda

Sound, 'Longing in Me'

Born and raised near Cologne, Germany, Patrick now resides in Potsdam, near Berlin. A musician from a young age, he eventually found his true calling in film, working as a sound engineer and sound designer. Last year, a film on which he was artistically involved, creating its soundscape, was nominated for the German Short Film Award. Patrick’s work focuses on queer cinema and films that explore diverse themes.

Bruno Tadeu

Director, 'Pill Nation'

Bruno is a screenwriter, director, actor and art educator from Minas Gerais, Brazil. His first two short films “Arteiro” and “The last time we came out of the closet” were shown at important national and international festivals. He is currently traveling with his third short “Pill Nation”, and developing his next film.