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​'Heightened Scrutiny' is a somber reminder of why we fight for trans rights

The documentary, which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, follows Chase Strangio preparing to become the first out trans lawyer to argue a case before the Supreme Court.

Sundance shines light on real-life LGBTQ+ stories

These four amazing new LGBTQ+ docs educate, inspire, and remind us why we fight for queer rights.

LGBTQ+ festival fights back after Trump's cuts National Endowment for the Arts funding

Here’s how you can support the Criminal Queerness Festival at NYC Pride 2025, showcasing LGBTQ+ playwrights from oppressed countries.

Three New Films Capture LGBT Life in the Middle East

These documentaries reveal precarious, uncertain, and inscrutable queer existence in Syria, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.

Which LGBT Icon Deserves a Biopic?

The Advocate asked the filmmakers at Outfest who their fantasy LGBT film subject might be -- as well as who they would cast as the lead.

Hot Sheet: June 6, 2014

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include Girltrash, the Tony Awards, and a Top Gun gay romance called Burning Blue.

The Films of Polari LGBT Film Festival

The film festival formerly known as the Austin Gay and Lesbian International Film Festival kicks off this week with a diverse lineup of movies you won't want to miss.

Heartwarming Sundance hit 'Jimpa' celebrates queer family bonds

The film stars Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, and director Sophie Hyde's child Aug Mason-Hyde.

'Rustin' star Colman Domingo to play Nat King Cole and Michael Jackson's father in upcoming films

2024 is going to be a busy year for the man who's been dubbed the first Black gay movie star.

Paul Reubens, comic who played Pee-wee Herman, comes out as gay posthumously in new documentary

Paul Reubens opened up about his sexuality for a documentary about his life, which was filmed before he died of cancer in 2023.

Chicago's 'Blood Sport' Politics, Lesbian Mayor Probed in New Doc

A docuseries from Hoop Dreams filmmaker Steve James provides a ringside seat to a dynamic, complicated metropolis.

NewFest returns to NYC on Thursday with over 140 queer titles for its 36th film festival

NewFest returns to NYC on Thursday with over 140 queer titles for its 36th film festival

Don’t miss out on the film festival celebrating queer artistry and get your passes today!

Champions of Pride

We recognize amazing LGBT leaders from across the country.

Love Letters to Madonna From the LGBTQ Community

Queer fans celebrate the Queen of Pop on her birthday.

Utah becomes the first state to ban Pride and other flags on public schools and government buildings

Critics fear the new law was a factor in the famed Sundance Film Festival's decision to leave the state in 2027.

The 10 best film performances by LGBTQ+ actors in 2024

This was an extraordinary year for queer cinema and LGBTQ+ talent on the big screen.

Watch the trailer for 'Sally,' the documentary about pioneering lesbian astronaut Sally Ride

Ride flew to fame as the first American woman in space, but her 27-year relationship with Tam O'Shaughnessy became public knowledge only upon Ride's death.

The LGBT Films of Sundance 2015

Here are 21 features, documentaries, and shorts that LGBT festivalgoers will not want to miss.

Five Years on Film: Growing Up Trans in the South

Just off of its successful New York City premiere, Deep Run poetically examines one trans man’s search for love, faith, and acceptance in rural North Carolina.

The Films of NewFest 2013

New York's premier LGBT film festival celebrates its 25th anniversary with a diverse and compelling collection of narratives, documentaries, shorts, and parties.

Hot Sheet: February 20, 2015

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include Taylor Swift, Neil Patrick Harris, Keegan Allen, and a little golden guy named Oscar.