US PREMIERE
SHORT FILM PROGRAM
WORLD PREMIERE
FESTIVAL SPOTLIGHT
THROWBACK FROM
Emergence
Queer Asian Stories
Sunday
Apr 7, 2024
@
3:00 pm
Wicked Queer 40
To be Queer is to embark on a journey. Here, we explore the different narratives and stories Queer Asian individuals have to tell as they navigate moments of self-discovery, vulnerability, grief, love, and reflection. Join us as we embrace these moments of emergence, growth, and reunion, we'd love to have you along for the ride.
Sheen Hui
Programmer
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This short film program includes the following films:
Malwa Khushan
Coming of age story of two sisters Malwa and Khushan exploring and experiencing sexuality and attraction in their adolescent years. Living with their grandmother, Khushan always looks up to Malwa for her outspoken nature and courage. Soon a new girl arrives in Khushan's class and she starts developing feelings for her.
The Performance
Chorister Lin (41) is preparing her solo performance for the Chinese New Year celebration at her church. When rumors start circulating about her son, she is faced with a difficult choice: will she hide or show her true self?
Hi Ading
'hi ading' is a poetic short that provides a glimpse into a love story. Speaking to their parents' past selves, Dinaly asks and hopes that these past versions might help them realize that the decisions they may not understand are still made out of love.
Manting
Manting, a Chinese woman in her early 60s, reconnects with the lesbian lover from her adolescence when one of her old classmates passes away. After classmates' reunion event in a karaoke bar, they end up spending a night together roaming in the city.
Their Universe
Jun, who passed away in an accident a year ago, comes to Earth as a ghost to say goodbye to his lover, Hyun.
A Happy Wedding
The same-sex marriage bill has been passed! Jeongha (34 years old woman) is now proposed to her girlfriend hyeonjoo (34 years old woman), with whom she is living together. Jeongha dreams of a happy future with Hyeonjoo, but things do not go as expected. The hypocritical society still regulates Jeongha and Hyeonjoo’s relationship. With same-sex marriage legalized, the government asks for more responsibility and obligations from gay couples, demanding a property inheritance waiver, a guardian appointment permit, a medical examination, and even proof of homosexuality. Meanwhile, Jeongha has second thoughts about their marriage, feeling distant from Hyeonjoo and her effort to earn a higher score on a test made based on pure stereotypes. On the day of their interview with the GMC, Gay Marriage Committee, Jeongha waits for hyeonjoo in the office. Despite her previous efforts for GMC approval, hyeonjoo does not show up. Will Jeongha and Hyeonjoo be able to have a happy wedding?
Aking Senakulo
In a church, the golden light hits a figure's wing scars. Their rosary sways from one hand, as sounds of leather against skin rings throughout the air. As they reach the altar on their knees, their hands come together in lieu of prayer. They find themselves transported to a place where they share food offerings and intimate touches with another being.