ADAM’S APPLE
A transgender teen and his mother chronicle their lives, artistically weaving a rare and intimate portrait of a family in transition. Two decades of footage trace a boy’s path to manhood and his parents' vulnerability as they reckon with change.
Multiple Showtimes
Running time: 99
Director: Amy Jenkins
BARBARA FOREVER
A sublimely exhilarating exploration of the life, work, and legacy of iconic, pioneering lesbian filmmaker Barbara Hammer. Recipient of awards at multiple festivals, including Sundance and Berlinale.
Barbara Forever - May 30 '26 - 05:00PM - SVA
Running time: 102
Director: Brydie O'Connor
Barbara Hammer Through the Eyes of Others (Virtual Exclusive Shorts)
Curated and presented in partnership with MIX NYC, this Barbara Hammer-inspired shorts program spotlights work by filmmakers who were/are in conversation with Hammer—from engaging in her practices to making homages, writing letters, and (upon Hammer’s invitation) even using her footage.
BARBARA HAMMER THROUGH THE EYES OF OTHERS - May 28 '26 - 12:00AM - Virtual
Running time: 96
Black Queer Pride NY Shorts
Join us for our annual short film showcase that celebrates unapologetic Black LGBTQ+ joy, love, family, and excellence throughout New York City
Multiple Showtimes
Running time: 85
BOOKENDS
An aspiring novelist moves in with his grandparents after a bad breakup with his boyfriend as the two generations' life experiences, values, and philosophies collide in exasperating, funny, and heartbreaking ways.
Multiple Showtimes
Running time: 99
Director: Mike Doyle
I WANT YOUR SEX(Centerpiece)
The newest film from legendary queer auteur Gregg Araki (THE DOOM GENERATION) in over a decade, this deliciously diabolical comedy-thriller toys with kinky dynamics, workplace boundaries, and the absurdity of the contemporary art world.
I Want Your Sex - May 30 '26 - 08:15PM - SVA Theatre
Running time: 90
Director: Gregg Araki
IN TRANSIT(Virtual Exclusive)
In a small Maine town, two adrift women discover unexpected passion when one models for the other. Jennifer Ehle and Alex Sarrigeorgiou shine in Jaclyn Bethany’s hushed yet deeply felt drama of art and desire.
Recipient of NewFest37’s Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature.
IN TRANSIT - May 28 '26 - 12:00AM - Virtual
Running time: 82
Director: Jaclyn Bethany
LEVITICUS
Romance and horror intertwine in this sublime Sundance sensation, as two teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most — each other.
Leviticus - May 29 '26 - 08:00PM - SVA
Running time: 98
Director: Adrian Chiarella
New York Liberty Pride Night Watch Party
NewFest is hosting a NY Liberty Game Watch Party on May 29th, inviting New York City's enthusiastic queer WNBA fans and the wider community to celebrate and cheer on the much-loved NY Liberty team (and their iconic mascot Ellie, obvs).
STOP! THAT! TRAIN! Opening Night Film & Party
Step aboard the glitzy Glamazonian Express in this star-studded, nonstop riotous ride from director Adam Shankman (HAIRSPRAY) that queers the parody genre. As a catastrophic “Stormaganza” threatens to derail the high-speed train, coach-and-first class stewardesses, scientists, and President Gagwell (RuPaul) must work together to prevent disaster.
STOP! THAT! TRAIN! - May 28 '26 - 07:00PM - SVA Theatre
Running time: 92
Director: Adam Shankman
THE BRITTNEY GRINERSTORY
This personal and profound odyssey follows basketball star Brittney Griner from her playing career and harrowing imprisonment in Russia through the extraordinary geopolitical battle to secure her freedom.
Multiple Showtimes
Running time: 105
Director: Alexandria Stapleton
THE DADS
As anti-trans legislation and hostility escalate in the United States, a group of dads build a nascent movement to support their trans and gender expansive kids.
Multiple Showtimes
Running time: 72
Director: Luchina Fisher