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Liam Mollica stands shirtless in front of twinkling lights in ‘Sunflower’ film
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‘Sunflower’ filmmaker Gabriel Carrubba on growing up, coming out and capturing queer joy

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In a poignant moment from Queer, Allerton (Drew Starkey) embraces a distraught Lee (Daniel Craig) in a quiet, emotional scene that underscores the complexity of their relationship.
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‘Queer’: Daniel Craig delivers Oscar-worthy performance in this hypnotic yet puzzling film

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Penélope Guerrero and Juan Minujín stand waist-deep in a dimly lit swimming pool, their expressions contemplative. Guerrero wears a black swimsuit with layered necklaces, while Minujín has goggles perched on his forehead. The pool reflects soft blue and pink lighting. This is a scene from Transmitzvah.
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‘Transmitzvah’ explores trans identity through a Jewish lens

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In a scene from Wicked, two characters stand together, one dressed in black with green skin and a pointed hat, and the other in soft pink attire with blonde hair. They overlook a glowing, fantasy-inspired landscape with winding paths, small houses, and a castle on a mountain.
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Grande and Erivo shine in a vibrant, yet bloated ‘Wicked’ adaptation

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From left Michael Aloni and Nicholas Jacob in a scene from ‘Out in the Dark.’
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Filmmaker Michael Mayer discusses politics, passion and tension in ‘Out in the Dark’

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Karla Sofía Gascón in 'Emilia Pérez.' (Photo: Shanna Besson/PAGE 114 - WHY NOT PRODUCTIONS - PATHÉ FILMS - FRANCE 2 CINÉMA)
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‘Emilia Pérez’: Unique, bold, and uncompromising

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Ivan Leung and Harrison Xu look at each other while Harrison holds a camera and tripod in a scene from ‘Extremely Unique Dynamic.’
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‘Extremely Unique Dynamic’ among the films to be screened at Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival

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Jonathan Bennett on ‘The Groomsmen,’ gay roles and Overachiever Syndrome
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Jonathan Bennett on ‘The Groomsmen,’ gay roles and Overachiever Syndrome

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NewFest offers LGBTQ+ films to stream online from anywhere
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NewFest offers LGBTQ+ films to stream online from anywhere

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Brad Windhauser headshot
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Brad Windhauser explores queer coming-of-age film genre in new book

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Luther Vandross appears in 'Luther: Never Too Much.'
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The 33rd Philadelphia Film Festival features LGBTQ+ programming

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From left, Will Ferrell and Harper Steele sit in a car driving with groceries in the backseat in a scene from ‘Will & Harper.’
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‘Will & Harper’: Getting to know Harper is a wonderful experience

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From left, Maisy Stella and Aubrey Plaza sit on a log in the woods at night in My Old Ass, sharing a warm conversation by the fire. Both are dressed casually, with Maisy in a large jacket and Aubrey wrapped in a cozy sweater, creating a calm and intimate moment in the outdoors.
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‘My Old Ass’: An uneven, but bittersweet coming-of-age comedy with heart

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This image shows a close and intimate scene between two characters, featuring Sergio Harger (on the right) and Johnny Alcántara (on the left) from the film "The Senator." They are facing each other closely, their faces inches apart, suggesting an emotional or romantic moment. Johnny is wearing a dark shirt, and Sergio is in a black Adidas sports shirt with white stripes, placing his hand softly on Johnny's face. The background is a softly lit interior with modern design elements, including kitchen appliances.
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‘The Senator’ fails to deliver on its juicy premise despite promising story

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A cozy image featuring filmmakers James Ivory (left) and Ismail Merchant (right), sitting on a striped sofa in a warmly lit living room. Both are enjoying tea and pastries, with Ivory holding a pastry in one hand and a cup of tea in the other, while Merchant sips from a blue and white teacup. Behind them hangs a large, classical painting depicting a pastoral scene under a tree. The room is decorated with a patterned rug, side tables, and lamps, creating a welcoming and intimate atmosphere.
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‘Merchant Ivory’ triggers fond memories, but ultimately, isn’t very deep

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‘Kaos’ brings Greek mythology to modern times, with a dose of queerness
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‘Kaos’ brings Greek mythology to modern times, with a dose of queerness

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A tense scene on a small porch features three characters from Lee Daniels' "The Deliverance." A young boy stands in the doorway, wearing a plaid shirt and beige shorts, looking serious. A teenage girl sits in a chair facing sideways, wearing glasses, a pink shirt, and white pants, with a distant expression. Across from her, a woman in a light-colored top and striped pants sits at a small table, looking intently at the girl. The setting appears to be a modest, brick-walled home. The mood is somber and reflective.
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Lee Daniels’ ‘The Deliverance’: A compelling, absorbing thriller about demonic possession

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Two women are featured in this scene from the movie "Blink Twice." Both are wearing large, wide-brimmed yellow sun hats and dark sunglasses, giving them a stylish and somewhat mysterious appearance. The woman on the left has short, dark hair and wears a serious expression, while the woman on the right has lighter, curly hair with small braids, and a more neutral expression. They are dressed in light-colored, sleeveless outfits. The background features an outdoor setting with arches and a warm, sunlit ambiance, contributing to the summery and relaxed vibe of the scene.
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‘Blink Twice’: an underwhelming slow-burn thriller that tries too hard

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Jordan Doww puts a hand on Pablo Castelblanco's shoulder and the two of them look surprised in a scene from ‘Ganymede.’
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Pablo Castelblanco on ‘Ganymede’ and making art that matters

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Hunter Schafer is bandaged up and pissed off in a still from Cuckoo
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‘Cuckoo’: An effective, well-crafted puzzle box

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