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LGBTQ+ Film and Media | New York

Ensuring LGBTQ+ stories are seen, heard & celebrated since 1988

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New Year, New Stories

Get ready for another incredible year of LGBTQ+ film -- stay tuned for everything we having coming up by signing up for our newsletter, plus become a member for special discounts and exclusive access throughout 2022 🎉🎉

We're supporting the next generation of filmmakers with our newly launched New Voices Filmmaker Grant, presented with Netflix! Learn more + apply by February 28, 2022

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Representation & community matter

We bring together a diverse community of filmmakers and audiences, creating joyful spaces and meaningful conversations that celebrate the many facets of our lives.

About us

NewFest gives voice & visibility to the wide scope of LGBTQ+ experiences through films & programs that entertain, educate & empower

We bring together a diverse community of filmmakers and audiences, creating joyful spaces and meaningful conversations that celebrate the many facets of our lives.

About us

Year-Round Programming

Narrative features, documentaries, television series, shorts programs -- NewFest brings audiences LGBTQ+ content throughout the year!

NewFest Presents:
A monthly screening series + discussion
Advance Screenings:
Feature films, TV series & more
Queering the Canon:
Retrospective series, screenings + Q&A's

Panels & Conversations

NewFest keeps the conversation going all year long with film talkbacks, exclusive Q&A's, panels on a variety of LGBTQ+ topics & more!

Watch IT'S A SIN Full Cast Panel Conversation
Watch SEARCH PARTY Q&A with Cast
Watch GENERA+ION Panel with Justice Smith, Series Creators & more!
Watch VENENO Panel Conversation

Build community, connect & celebrate

Annual Members receive exclusive discounts, invitations to free pre-release screenings, and members-only events all year long!

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Become a Member

Enjoy great LGBTQ+ content all year long and receive exclusive and discounted access to NewFest events!

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Become a Donor

Help support queer film by making a contribution to the NewFest Future Fund

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