NOT | GAY (U.S.A., 2007, Total Runnung Time 87 mins.)
A compilation of four short films exploring the joys and frustrations of gay/straight friendships. The compilation includes The Best Men by Tony Wei, Float by Kareem Mortimer, Cowboy Forever by Jean-Baptiste Erreca, Katydid by Scott Boswell.
FLOAT (Bahamas, 2007, Directed by Kareem J. Mortimer, 34 mins.)
Where is home when home doesn't want you .
The story of a young painter from the Bahamas, Jonny Roberts, who travels to an exotic island to find inspiration but finds unexpected love and adventure in a complex and tortured Romeo.
Probably the first gay film to emerge from the Bahamas, Float is a sweet story of love between a closeted black man and a white artist. Johnny (Rukenka Demeritte) has been painting the same self-portrait in class for months by the time his teacher suggests a getaway and hands him the keys to her remote artist's retreat for a refreshing vacation. Upon his arrival, Johnny finds himself struggling to operate a manual transmission, and Romeo (Stephen Tyrone Williams) saves the day. The proverbial sparks fly as the two men form a tentative friendship. There's just one problem: Romeo's girlfriend. With its gorgeous acoustic guitar score, spectacular beach scenery and naturalistic acting, Float is a true find.
IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1024842/THE BEST MEN (U.K., 2006, Directed by Tony Wei, 13 mins.)
All the best men are gay, but some just need a good reminder.
Moments before his best friend's wedding, Peter gets one last chance to rekindle mutual feelings long suppressed, but not abandoned. Sometimes the perfect reminder of first love's passion is but a simple kiss from the best man. The Best Men explores a universal heartache that every individual has experienced - the feeling of having missed out on true love.
Peter is going to be the best man at his childhood best friend's wedding. Meeting the night before, it is clear they have unsaid feelings for each other, but neither can fully express themselves. Peter looks on the next day as the wedding continues, consoled by the groom's sister and mother.
A meditation on love, longing, and regret. Moments before his best friend's wedding, Peter gets one last chance to rekindle mutual feelings long suppressed, but not abandoned. Sometimes the perfect reminder of first love's passion is but a simple kiss from the best man. The Best Men explores a universal heartache that every individual has experienced - the feeling of having missed out on true love.
COWBOY FOREVER (France, 2006, Directed by Jean-Baptiste Erreca, 27 mins.)
Fictionalized from a true story, this docu-drama takes us on a journey through Brazil’s Matto Gross do Sul and into the lives of Brazilian gauchos. Beautifully shot landscapes form the backdrop for a simple story of friendship and tolerance between Govinda and John, as Govinda explores his attraction to his fellow cowboy. (Portuguese with English subtitles)
Also found as a featured selection on Peccadillo Pictures' BOYS ON FILM 1 (EAN: 5060018651569) anthology of gay-themed short-films.
Movie: http://www.fileserve.com/file/DXSdGCjKATYDID (U.S.A., 2004, Directed by Scott Boswell, 13 mins.)Skye just wants to have a date with is crush, Annabelle. Only one problem stands in the way - twin brother Leif... but not quite in the way Skye thinks.
In this short comedy, young Skye just wants to have a date for once without twin brother Leif getting in the way. When Leif manages to lure the girl away once again, Skye finally confronts his brother, and they learn that all is not as it appears when it comes to matters of the heart.
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