QFest - Queer Voices Shorts Program

QFest uses the art of contemporary gay cinema to spotlight the lives of LGBTQ people and to celebrate queer culture. The event will excite, entertain, and enlighten audiences of all identities.

A collection of queer shorts from around the world.

“Alzheimer's: A Love Story” (Gabe Schimmel & Monica Petruzzelli, 2015, U.S., 16 min.) A man cares for his partner of more than 40 years during his descent into dementia.

“Butterflies” (Angel Villaverde, 2017, Spain, 17 min., Spanish with English subtitles) Tutor Irene shows 17-year-old Sivia the way to a better understanding of herself.

“It Gets Better?” (Stephen Riscica, 2017, U.S. 12 min.) An older gay man is inspired to record a testimonial after watching a bisexual teenager's video.

“Older Than What?” (Steen Starr, Canada, 2017, 13 min.) Twelve LGBTQ elders respond to 10 questions about aging with humor, frankness, wit, and charm.

“Souls” (Daniel Gage, U.K., 2016, 8 min.) When Barrie goes to scatter his husband’s ashes at their favourite mountain peak, he is confronted with the sight of a man about to jump to his death from the cliff edge.

“You” (Felipe Cabral, 2017, Brazil, 19 min., Portuguese with English subtitles) In this touching documentary, a girl tries to understand the death of her best friend, who was a victim of homophobia.

Advance tickets may be purchased through Metrotix or .ZACK box office. Tickets go on sale soon. Click on Buy Tickets on each film page for a direct link to purchase tickets.