Screenings & Events

NewFest Pride: A HOUSE IS NOT A DISCO (Opening Night Film & Party)

A compelling, lovingly-captured portrait of Fire Island as queer paradise that sees past and present blur within the iconic beach town as it celebrates its collective legacy and redefines itself for a modern era.

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Multiple Showtimes

Running time: 90

Director: Brian J. Smith

NewFest Pride: AM I OK?

Dakota Johnson stars in this uplifting comedy from co-directors Tig Notaro & Stephanie Allynne about self-discovery, life changes, and friendship.

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Multiple Showtimes

Running time: 86

Director: Tig Notaro, Stephanie Allynne

NewFest Pride: Black Queer Pride Shorts with Vimeo

Join NewFest & Vimeo for a celebratory short film showcase by and about Black LGBTQ+ lives, joys, and experiences.

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NewFest Pride: Black Queer Pride Shorts with Vimeo - May 30 '24 - 12:00AM - Virtual

Running time: 82

NewFest Pride: CLOSE TO YOU

Producer and co-writer Elliot Page stars in this emotionally observant drama about returning home as yourself and finding hope in potentially rekindled relationships

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Multiple Showtimes

Running time: 100

Director: Dominic Savage

NewFest Pride: COMING AROUND

A young queer woman stands at a crossroads with her devout Muslim mother in a clash between identity and tradition.

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NewFest Pride: COMING AROUND - May 30 '24 - 12:00AM - Virtual

Running time: 75

Director: Sandra Itäinen

NewFest Pride: SEBASTIAN

A freelance writer and aspiring novelist on his way to ostensible success in London’s cultural spheres finds a different kind of exhilaration as a sex worker in this Sundance sensation.

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Multiple Showtimes

Running time: 110

Director: Mikko Mäkelä

NewFest Pride: THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS (Women’s Afternoon Out)

Grad student Azra feels worlds apart from her seemingly rigid mother yet uncovers their unexpected connections on a trip to Pakistan in this vibrant festival favorite (TIFF, SXSW) from writer/director Fawzia Mirza.

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Multiple Showtimes

Running time: 97

Director: Fawzia Mirza

NewFest Pride: THE SUMMER WITH CARMEN

While enjoying a day at a clothing-optional queer beach, an aspiring filmmaker and their handsome friend collaborate on a screenplay in this whimsical summer treat.

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NewFest Pride: THE SUMMER WITH CARMEN - May 30 '24 - 12:00AM - Virtual

Running time: 106

Director: Zacharias Mavroeidis

NewFest Pride: TRIXIE MOTEL: DRAG ME HOME

Tune in for an advance screening + exclusive virtual Q&A as Trixie and her partner David explore and design a dream home fit for two!

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NewFest Pride: TRIXIE MOTEL: DRAG ME HOME - May 30 '24 - 12:00AM - Virtual

Running time: 44

NewFest Pride: WE’RE HERE Season 4 Finale

Join NewFest and HBO for an advance screening of the Season Four finale, followed by an exclusive virtual conversation with creators and cast

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NewFest Pride: WE'RE HERE Season 4 Finale + Q&A - May 29 '24 - 12:00AM - Virtual

Running time: 60

Director: Peter LoGreco