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aGLIFF is excited and proud to announce the festival's opening night film, "Matt Shepard is a Friend of Mine," Wednesday, September 10th. Joining us for this special evening are Matthew's parents, Judy and Dennis, and director Michele Josue to share their stories and experiences.
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aGLIFF27 is quickly approaching and we can't help ourselves - we MUST show you another round of teaser film previews. The festival's full line-up will release in early August and we have several events you won't want to miss as we build-up to the festival. It's not that we're the biggest ticket(s) in town; it's that we're humble too.
Prepare your calendars for September 10th - 14th, at the Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar. It's not too late to invite your friends to join us by becoming badge holders and members and celebrate aGLIFF's 27 years of pride, film and culture. "We're not an audience, we're a community," and we look forward to seeing you at the movies.
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More teaser previews of films coming to the
BIG screen at aGLIFF27!
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OUT IN THE NIGHT (w/special guests present) - AUSTIN PREMIERE
In 2006, seven African-American lesbians were enjoying an evening in Manhattan's West Village when one of them was sexually harassed by a young man. The women defended their friend and left the man hospitalized with a minor injury. Quickly, the women were labeled "lesbian gang members" and eventually given severe prison sentences. "Out in the Night" takes on this nightmarish case, teeming with racial and sexual prejudice. The result is both harrowing and inspirational.
THE RUGBY PLAYER (w/director Scott Gracheff present) - TEXAS PREMIERE
Winner of multiple festival awards, "The Rugby Player" is an uplifting and stereotype-shattering documentary that tells the story of a mother, a son, and what it takes to be a hero. The film explores the lives of Mark Bingham, one of the passengers on United Flight 93 on 9/11, and his mother, Alice Hoagland, a former United Airlines flight attendant. Utilizing footage shot by Bingham himself, this timely film provides keen insights for the national debates on LGBT rights, marriage equality and gay athletes in sports.
20 LIES, 4 PARENTS & A LITTLE EGG (20 Leugens, 4 ouders en een scharrelei)
TEXAS PREMIERE
In this screwball Dutch comedy, after fighting with his mothers, lesbian couple Emma and Ilse, 15-year-old Dylan reestablishes a relationship with his biological father, Sjors. Sjors has since married Bert, a conservative businessman, who is enraged to find out about Dylan. Dylan temporarily moves in with Sjors and Bert and continues his rebellious behavior. Torn between his four parent figures and the secrets they hide from one another, Dylan eventually uncovers the truth behind his conception.
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As you anxiously wait for the release of the Austin Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival's 27th annual season line-up (aGLIFF27), festival board members Lisa Kaselak & John Livingston team with Revival Cycles to host a summer dance party we can only describe as "hot, hotter and hawt." This dance party with a purpose is raising funds for aGLIFF's 27th Festival, presented by Austin's own Deep Eddy Vodka.
Tickets $20 pre-sale and $25 at the door.
Treats and beats provided by our sponsors:
Frank, Deep Eddy Vodka, Brooklyn Brewery, Original Sin Cider, LStyle GStyle and Lava Lounge DJ's Jake Scarbrough, Midi Marc, Jah Karma, Brian Banner, Gmau and TravisBREAKS.
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"The Secret of Roan Inish” - This 1940s story unfolds from the point-of-view of Fiona, a young girl sent to live with her grandparents in an Irish fishing town. As she meets other villagers, Fiona hears personal stories about an uncle who married a beautiful, part-human/part-seal and how the sea stole her baby brother during the departure from Roan Inish. Later, Fiona believes that she has found Jamie romping in the grass on Roan Inish, and she must convince the family of her vision.
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The Austin Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival brings you the finest of films and events with the support of our community members and businesses.
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