FIRSTNESS
A non-binary child, their father, and a stranger form tenuous connections in this award-winning drama
Description
New York State Premiere.
A maladjusted father, his non-binary child Tavi, and a stranger out on parole are all seeking connection in director Brielle Brilliant’s feature debut. When Tavi and the older man begin to form a sweet yet unconventional friendship, they raise concern and suspicion from everyone around them.
Winner of the U.S. Narrative Jury Award at Outfest LA, FIRSTNESS delivers a singular, fantastical world with a dreamy rhythm that is not to be missed.
This film will be followed by a Q&A with Director Brielle Brilliant and cast Spencer Jording and Caleb Cabrera
Cast: Tim Kinsella, Spencer Jording, Caleb Cabrera
Preceded by the following short film:
JOYCHILD
Dir. Aurora Brachman, USA, 6 mins
A young child tells their mother "I'm not a girl" for the first time
Closed Captioning will be available for the virtual screening of this film
Presented in partnership with Film Fatales
Director
Brielle Brilliant