Q+ SHORTS
AN MDFF STAPLE, THIS YEAR'S Q+ SHORTS PROGRAM IS A SELECTION OF NARRATIVE LGBTQ+ STORIES THAT EXPLORE ACCEPTANCE, QUEER LONGING, AND QUEER JOY.
FILMS
BLACK TEA
Current Space
An artist and a collector argue over an antique teacup. They make their cases over a cup of tea and a crush develops.
Be Steadwell
2025
United States
16 minutes
I WOULD NEVER FUCK YOU
Current Space
Ira prepares to confront an unrequited crush by practicing with miniature figurines.
Alanna Murray, Mika Lungulov-Klotz
2025
United States
17 minutes
In a job interview, a young trans woman becomes convinced that the elderly man interviewing her is a closeted trans woman himself -- and that she's the only one who can help him.
EGG
Current Space
In a job interview, a young trans woman becomes convinced that the elderly man interviewing her is a closeted trans woman himself -- and that Read More→
Jamie Kiernan O'Brien
2024
United States
7 minutes
After their last season at summer camp in rural Alabama, three counselors stay behind to pack up, leading two to wonder about what could have been.
END OF CAMP
Current Space
After their last season at summer camp in rural Alabama, three counselors stay behind to pack up, leading two to wonder about what could have Read More→
Camille Ramos
2025
14 minutes
LUZ DIABLA
Current Space
Gerva Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza
2025
France
11 minutes
Naomi, a struggling director, tries to hold on to her nerves when her lead actress, who happens to be her girlfriend, won’t show up to set or pick up her phone. Hubris ensues.
2 GIRLS KISSING
Current Space
Naomi, a struggling director, tries to hold on to her nerves when her lead actress, who happens to be her girlfriend, won’t show up to Read More→
Noah Schamus
2025
United States
8 minutes
A middle-aged transgender woman navigates the complexities of a fading memory, delving into the twists and turns of love and embracing the constant evolution of her gender identity.
LOVIN' HER
Current Space
A middle-aged transgender woman navigates the complexities of a fading memory, delving into the twists and turns of love and embracing the constant evolution of Read More→
Day
2024
Canada, USA
15 minutes