Movie Box Review

Pre-festival Coverage
Wednesday May 14/08

Daily Coverage
Inside Out 08 Day 1 - Thursday May 15/08
Inside Out 08 Day 2 - Friday May 16/08
Inside Out 08 Day 3 - Saturday May 17/08
Inside Out 08 Day 4 - Sunday May 18/08
Inside Out 08 Day 5 - Monday May 19/08
Inside Out 08 Day 6 - Tuesday May 20/08, Surprize guest performance: Laura Landauer
Inside Out 08 Day 7 - Wednesday May 21/08
Inside Out 08 Day 8 - Thursday May 22/08
Inside Out 08 Day 9 - Friday May 23/08

Inside Out 08 was quite the adventure. Films ranged from touching to enlightening to beautiful and beyond. It was great to see films from all corners of the world, a solid number of Q&As and a fantastic selection of shorts. Truly a festival not to miss!

Favourite Feature: Drifting Flowers / Piao Lang Qing Chung

Favourite Documentary: Impossible to single one out, all the docs I saw were fantastic: On the Downlow, Patti Smith: Gift of Life, Derek and She's a Boy I Knew.

Favourite Program: Hogtown Homos from Day 7

Favourite Short: I've Never Had Sex

Artistic works of wonder: Sleep Lines and Compost Mon Amour

Best Day: Day 9 - Derek and Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance

Most Inspiring: She Was a Boy I Knew

Most Haunting: Gone

Wish I hadn't missed: The Q&A for the Queer Youth Digital Video Project on Day 10. I didn't anticipate the preshow to go on for over an hour and I had to run after the last short was shown.

Fullest Screenings: Boystown/Chuecatown, Were the World Mine and Newcastle.

Most Enthusiastic Crowd: Boystown/Chuecatown and Were the World Mine

Festival First: Being the only woman in the audience!

Best Line:
"Why did you break up with her?"
"Because I realized, she didn't have a dick"
-Ciao

Refreshing: I actually really enjoyed all three of the previews/trailers for and about the festival shown before the films.

Wasn't expecting:
Tiered line-ups. As they said in the previews, membership has its benefits. Depending on your level of membership you can get to be in one of the first two sets of line ups, or or bypass the line altogether. Some membership levels also have reserved seating.

Also wasn't expecting the live performance by Laura Landauer before the Gala presentation of Newcastle. That was awesome!



The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Inside Out 2008 Winners are announced. Congratulations everyone for a fantastic year!

She's a Boy I Knew, directed by Gwen Haworth
-Elle Flanders Documentary Award for Best Documentary Film or Video, presented by NOW Magazine (Audience Award)
-Honourable Mention: Entertainment Partners Canada Award for Best Canadian Feature-Length Narrative or Documentary (Jury Award)

Be Like Others, directed by Tanaz Eshaghian
-Entertainment Partners Canada Award for Best Canadian Feature-Length Narrative or Documentary (Jury Award)

For a Relationship, directed by Jim Verburg
-Colin Campbell Award for Best Canadian Short presented by Movieola–The Short Film Channel (jury Award)

Pariah directed by Dee Rees, USA
-Mikey/Schmikey Award for Best Short Film or Video (Audience Award)

Barb Taylor, for directing Tomboy
-Best Up-and-Coming Toronto Film or Video Maker Award, presented by Charles Street Video (Jury Award)

Were The World Mine, Directed by Tom Gustafson, USA
-Inside Out Award for Best Feature Film or Video (Audience Award)

No Bikini, directed by Claudia Morgado Escanilla
-Honourable Mention: Colin Campbell Award for Best Canadian Short presented by Movieola–The Short Film Channel (Jury Award)

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Gwen Haworth, director She's a Boy I Knew

Invitation
Dir: Michael V. Smith
Canada, 6 minutes

Beautiful and brave short exploring and celebrating the body, and inviting the viewers to do the same.

She's a Boy I Knew
Dir: Gwen Haworth
Canada, 70 minutes

Candid and touching film following the directors transition from male to female, through archival footage and interviews with family and friends. One of the beautiful things about this film is it shows the people involved finding the their way through the process, through deciding how to come to with their memories, terminology, and how to approach the current and the future. All of this is done in such a caring and open environment but doesn't shy away from the truth of their concerns. An extremely powerful film.

Highlights from the Q&A with the director, Gwen Haworth

-one of the reasons she wanted to make the film was during the process of the transition, her family asked if there was anything they could see that was from a positive point of view
-The importance of showing positive stories, as the seeing the same tragic stories keeps people down
-The importance of the film coming from a trans perspective and how it is important to create new narratives



10th Anniversary Queer Youth Digital Video Project
Left to Right: Suzanne Carson (Dear Selection Committee), Phil McCaffrey (Familiarity Unknown), Juan Antonio Llamas Rodriguez (The Coming Out), Jayme Spinks (Gone), Alison Leigh (f[l]ight), Leonardo Zuñiga (Seeking Conclusion!), Marc Cleary (DAY/MONTH/YEAR), Zara Ganj (I Heard It Through the Grapefruit), Gabrielle Zilkha (The Check-Up)

Dear Selection Committee
Dir: Suzanne Carson
Canada, 5 minutes

Artsy and honest audition style video that explores the many ways we try to say 'pick me!'.

The Coming Out
Dir: Juan Antonio Llamas Rodriguez
Canada, 5 minutes

Clever short playing with secrets and assumptions.

Gone
Dir: Jayme Spinks
Canada, 5 minutes

A powerful retelling of the experience of living through the Queen West fire of 2008.

Seeking Conclusion!
Dir: Leonardo Zuñiga
Canada, 5 minutes

The story of one man as he fights for the opportunity to live with dignity, and is currently facing possible deportation. Startling statistics and personal reveal the reasons why he wants to stay in Canada.

Click here to read and sign the petition to Let Leo Stay in Canada

DAY/MONTH/YEAR
Dir: Marc Cleary
Canada, 5 minutes

A heart wrenching tale of fear of identity and acceptance.

The Check-Up
Dir: Gabrielle Zilkha
Canada, 5 minutes

A tongue-in-cheek look at the medical prognosis. Hilarious.



The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

On Friday for my journeys at Inside Out I went with my sister Jamie, we always have fun together - especially at dance movies. Considering that Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance was one of the films to be seen, it was destined to be a fantastic night, and it was! Great films, lovely company and the weather behaved which made hanging out around Vic and the Bader all the better.

Berlin Hair Today
Dir: Ole Bendtzen
Germany/Denmark, 14 minutes

Hilarious documentary following an on-the-fly hairdresser set out to cure Berlin of bad hair cuts. I loved the openness with regards to whom they would approach and offer free hair cuts to. I loved the short, however I question the logic of having blue subtitles with a pink outline as they were a challenge to read a times.

Derek
Dir: Isaac Julien
UK, 76 minutes

This documentary chronicles the life and work of Derek Jarman, in part through a 1991 interview and voice overs by Tilda Swinton. The film also shows a variety of archival footage as well as well known films of Derek Jarman, his work and his home. This provides us with the opportunity to see the different facets of his life and how he played a strong role in many capacities be they as an artist, filmmaker, activist or all three.

Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance
Dir: Darren Ashton
Australia, 95 minutes

This hilarious Australian dance film in the style of a mockumentary feels like what would happen if you put Mad Hot Ballroom in the world of Strictly Ballroom. It has many of the classic dance film elements (a competition, popular vs the underdogs, stage moms), and a bucket load of humour which for the most part was delightful but a few times felt a bit biting. I loved the fantastic deadpan performance of Ben Miller as Mr. Jonathan, the dance teacher from the underdog school. Overall extremely enjoyable, especially the performance by all the young dancers, how they captured the culture of the dance schools and lives of those involved.


The packed out for the sold out screening of Razzle Dazzle: A Journey into Dance

Schedule change for Saturday May 24/08
The 4:45pm screening of With Gilbert and George will be replaced by a repeat screening of Shelter.

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Going Down, Under - Shorts Program
A series of campy and tongue-in-cheek Australian shorts.

The Omphalites
Dir: Bartholomew Sammut
Australia/Germany, 11 minutes

This cute short involving three presumably belly-button festishing "omphalites" dream, share and dance their way through revealing their true self to those around them.

Undressing Vanessa
Dir: Matthew Pond
Australia, 21 minutes

A stellar short looking at the history and behind the scenes life of Australian Drag Queen and activist Vanessa. Funny as well as touching, this short explores not only the physical but also the personal transformations in a beautiful dignified way.

The Vicious and the Delicious
Dir: Tonnette Stanford
Australia, 11 minutes

Hilarious soap opera style short that could rival the plot lines of any daytime fodder with its cocktail dresses, crazy interwoven plot lines and cat fights galore. 100% over the top!

Prada Handbag
Dir: Stuart Vauvert
Australia, 22 minutes

A touching short with a hint of harshness, we follow Prada with her unique sense of style as she looks for an environment that accepts her for her beautiful and eccentric self.


Sinara Rosa Executive Director of aluCine (co-presenter of La León), Inside Out Director of Programming Jason St-Laurent

Milonga Gay
Dir: Paul Chernosky
Argentina, 5 minutes

A visit to a gay tango hall in Buenos Aires we see some fantastic dancing and chemistry.

La León
Dir: Santiago Otheguy
Argentina/France, 85 minutes

Beautiful visuals were the joy of this black and white film for me, set in river islands of Paraná Delta in Argentina. We see many stunning shots of travelling along the river, and the river itself which is quite captivating and hypnotic. The main tension of the film is the harsh yet often subtle conflict between gay Alvaro and the captain of the boat La León, Turu.

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Day 7 started off to a bit of a rocky start for me, I was paranoid about being late for what was sure to be a packed house for the Hogtown Homos shorts program. Then, I ended up misjudging time and being early. Then for some reason I thought it was at the ROM but it was actually at the Bader, which meant I was even earlier as it was closer and they tend to open the house later than the ROM. On top of all that it was a little chilly and gently raining and of course I didn't bring an umbrella. What a way to start the night! It's a good think the films kicked butt, and made it all worthwhile. Let's get to the are the highlights.

Hogtown Homos - shorts program of films by local Toronto filmmakers

Tranzploitation
Dir: Rachel Matlow
Canada, 8 minutes

Brilliant tongue in cheek film commenting not only on Kalib's journey but also the many Trans references in everyday life. Delightful.

Life #2
Dir: Dennis Day
Canada, 5 minutes

Blending dimensions in this exploration of common activities through a filter of meditative notions.

Compost Mon Amour
Dir: Lesley Loksi Chan
Canada, 12 minutes

Beautiful story of Louanne Chan mixes nostalgia with a timeless tale of repeating patterns and inevitable effects. A wondrous sense of openness paired with luck and chance leave every turn a combination of the familiar and unexpected. A joy to watch.

Rewind
Dir: Andrew Hull
Canada, 5 minutes

A wild experience of watching a visuals running backwards as the story is told from the linear start to finish perspective.

I've Never Had Sex
Dir: Robert Kennedy
Canada, 2 minutes

Beautiful with it's simplicity and honest responses, this film contains cell phone captures of the back and forth conversations of party game "I've never has sex..... ". One of the best short films I've seen.

Sleep Lines
Dir: Kathleen Mullen
Canada, 7 minutes

Absolutely gorgeous film that bridges dream and waking life through a gentle sentiment with beautiful washed out high contrast black and white aesthetic. Delicious, I could watch this film again and again.

Rock Garden: a love story
Dir: Gloria Kim
Canada, 10 minutes

It was lovely to have the opportunity to see this fantastic short film again. I am astounded by the high production value. See more at Reel Asian 07 Day 2.

It was such a treat to see this program, and the audience appeared to agree as the majority of the films were met with thunderous applause. Many of the filmmakers were in attendance and kudos to Inside Out for having each and every filmmaker be given the opportunity to speak before the film.


Left to Right: Kathleen Mullen (Sleep Lines), bee sack (The Last Visit), Kent Monkman and Gisèle Gordon (Robin’s Hood), Maxime Desmons (Good Mother / Bonne mere), Cassandra Nicolaou (Congratulations Daisy Graham), Lesley Loksi Chan (Compost Mon Amour), Andrew Hull (Rewind), Dennis Day (Life #2), Leif Harmsen (Digital Nudes in Oil) Gloria Kim (Rock Garden: a love story), Robert Kennedy (I’ve Never Had Sex), Kaleb & Rachel Matlow (Tranzploitation).

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Day 5 was all ROM, all the time and Day 6 was all Bader! How do these things happen? It ended up being a good thing as the night was filled with great films from around the world from the States to Taiwan to Australia. All the films I caught were also all features, not a short in sight onscreen or off, although we did some some shorts come off.... but I am getting ahead of myself.

Ciao
Dir: Yen Tan
USA, 87 minutes

The role of chance plays a big part in Ciao, seeing as an unexpected event lends the opportunity for two men to take a chance on following a path that presents itself to them at a time of sorrow. The film plays with the idea of a near miss and in some ways I felt like I was watching two films as the scenes with dialogue felt so different that ones without. I quite enjoyed scenes without words, sensing the presence of the characters as they responded to their environments it spoke a millions words. There was a gentle tenderness throughout that was quite lovely, as well as curiosity involved with meeting someone for the first time.

I was sad that the director couldn't make the screening as noted in the program, aand would have loved to hear more about the characters and how the story developed. There is quite a bit of information on the films website, but it also reveals a lot of the plot content.


Emma Lewzey, Inside Out Board of Directors Chair introduces Drifting Flowers


Heather Keung, Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival (co-presentors of Drifting Flowers / Piao Lang Qing Chung)

Drifting Flowers / Piao Lang Qing Chung
Dir: Zero Chou
Taiwan, 97 minutes

What a beautiful film Drifting Flowers is. Tender and tough it melds through the stories of three women as they journey through self discovery. I loved the complexity of the sections, as they all had a clear protagonist but you viewed them through multiple points of view which were sometimes favorable, but sometimes not. This added a lovely richness to the experience like multiple portraits painted by different artist, yet all created a true and unique likeness. The fantastic Drifting Flowers has been the best of the festival so far.


Dan Castle, director of Newcastle

Newcastle
Dir: Dan Castle
Australia, 95 minutes

Newcastle was the Centrepiece Gala presentation of the festival, and not only was the director Dan Castle in attendance but there was also live preshow entertainment to get the crowd started.

Newcastle is an electric coming of age film focused on Jesse, a pro surfing hopeful in a working class area where prospects other than surfing look pretty dim. Surrounded by complicated family relationships and rivalries with friends he is constantly at odds with those around him. When do we stop and acknowledge what we have, instead of comparing it to the lives of others? How do we learn to negotiate with peers that are competitors for success and attention? Why do people not accept others as they are and what happens if they do? These questions are explored through the backdrop of sun, surf and great music in this stellar exploration of youth.

Highlights from the Q&A with the director, Dan Castle
-Introduces the film as not a gay film per se but that he is gay and that it has a gay aesthetic.
-The twins Fergus and Jesse both have a lot of the director in them, like two halves of a whole.
-All the guys in the film are surfers and at the time of filming were aged early twenties, although the main characters were 17 (This is astonishing, as the acting was so real).

I'd love to share more but it's quite a plot driven film and I don't want to spoil anything!

To find out more, check out the films website.


Sold out audience for the Centrepiece Gala screening of Newcastle

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

At the Centrepiece Gala screening of Newcastle on Tuesday May 20/08 there was a surpirze guest, Laura Landauer. A fabulous comedian whom delighted the crowd with her Celine Dion impersonation including performing "My Heart Will Go On" (see clip below).

For more on Laura Landauer check out her website, and also see her Celene Dion workout here on Youtube.




The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Outside the ROM

Happy Victoria Day to all! Considering it was chilly and not ideal BBQ weather it was perfect timing to stay inside and catch some great movies. It was a day all at the ROM for me, starting with the sold out screening of Patti Smith: Dream of Life. Here are the highlights.

Patti Smith: Dream of Life
Dir: Steven Sebring
Documentary
USA, 109 minutes

Fantastic documentary on Patti Smith done in an experimental style showing footage that was collected over ten years. This gives us a glimpse at candid moments as well as historic ones, all with a sense of artistic integrity. As someone that is not overly familiar with her work I still enjoyed all aspects of the film be they personal, random or performance based. The striking contrast of calm artist & poet with the electric performer was phenomenal. Never without a cause history repeats itself and brings the activist to the forefront in a bittersweet reunion.

By the Kiss
Dir: Yann Gonzalez
France, 5 minutes

A woman bombarded with kisses ranging with responses ranging from welcome to resistant in this evocative short film.

Water Lilies / Naissance des pieuvres
Writer/Dir: Céline Sciamma
Cast: Pauline Acquart, Louise Blachère, Adele Haenel, Warren Jacquin
France, 85 minutes

Brilliant coming of age film revolved on the fringes of synchronized swimming. The protagonist, Marie, is friends with the awkward Anne but is attracted to the oft thought experienced Floriane. As friendships are fostered and cracked, motivations are clear and often desperate this film builds a world of want and desire like no other. Throw a young fellow into the mix and your guess is as good as mine in how the chips will fall.

Film Site (UK), Film Myspace Page (autoplays music)

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

I was amongst many braving the rainy Sunday afternoon to attend Inside Out today. A fabulous day it was. I attended just one screening today but both the short and feature were full of energy.


Kimahli Powell, Inside Out Development Coordinator

Souljah
Dir: Rikki Beadle-Blair
UK, 10 minutes

This vivid short contrasts the urban jungle with the world of a previous child soldier. Clashes with identity, status and acceptance run alongside a created hierarchy that make you ponder the phrase 'strength in numbers'.


Abigail Child director of On the Downlow

On the Downlow
Dir: Abigail Child
USA, 54 minutes

This compelling documentary follows the lives of four African-American men in Cleveland who live the lifestyle of being on the downlow, that is being bisexual but presenting themselves in many aspects of their lives, including possibly to their female partners, as straight. One of the strengths of the film is that it provides an opportunity for those leading double lives to speak their truths, which is always a powerful thing. What makes the film so beautiful is that no judgement is placed on the men as we watch their stories unfold.

Highlights from the Q&A with the director, Abigail Child:

-There is a paradox in being downlow, and being in the film. Some of the men did use it as an opportunity, and some became more withdrawn as the filming progressed.
-She did not make villains of them.
-It was a challenge to focus on 4 people in only one hour.
-On motivating people to participate, people want to be heard.

See more about Abigail Child on her website.

Head's up on some upcoming sold out and cancelled screenings:


The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Day 3 of Inside Out was a full day of screenings! It was nice that the overcast weather was overrated and the sun came out to play for most of the day. Here is the run down on the films.

The Folding Role / O Papel das Dobras
Dir: Bruno Jorge
Brazil, 19 minutes

A window into a passive yet turbulent relationship, and the high costs it comes with.

Before I Forget / Avant que j'oublie
Writer/Director: Jacques Nolot
Cast: Jacques Nolot, Marc Rioufol, Lyes Rabia, Albert Mainella
France, 108 minutes

This film follows the cyclic nature of young gigolo's and their older keepers. What becomes of the young men as they age and the lifestyle changes from being paid to paying others? How do they live and whom do they turn to in their need, who are their true friends? This film shows this world brought to life with a sense of adoration mixed with harsh reality.

This Kiss
Writer/Director: Kylie Eddy
Cast: Tamsin Gatewood, Melanie Lockman
Australia, 70 minutes

An earnest look at combining self discovery with nostalgia between two separated friends on the night of their 10 year high school reunion.


Jason St-Laurent Inside Out Director of Programming (left), Juan Flahn Director of Boystown (right)

Boystown / Chuecatown
Director: Juan Flahn
Cast: Pepón Nieto, Carlos Fuentes, Pablo Puyol, Concha Velasco, Rosa Maria Sardà, Eduard Soto, Mariola Fuentes
Spain, 100 minutes

A brilliant dark comedy involving the no holds barred vision of one real estate agent to renovate Chueca to the perfect gay neighbourhood, and the myriad of unlikely events that follow. The sold out screening had the audience in stitches throughout. Wonderful performances by a highly talented cast from quick witted banter to playful romps. In between the giggles there is a also a strong sense of family and community. A deliciously delightful film.

The director was present to introduce the film, and received a warm welcome from the audience. He stated that he hoped people would enjoy the film, and oh boy they sure did.

Film website (autoplays trailer)


Scott Ferguson Inside Out Executive Director, J.D. Stewart Director of the one about icarus

the one about icarus
Dir: J.D. Stewart
Canada, 6 minutes

This beautiful experimental 16mm film has a lovely hypnotic quality to it that feels like visual poetry. A unique pacing and captivating shots bring to life a classic story with a fresh approach.


Scott Ferguson Inside Out Executive Director, Tom Gustafson Director of Were the World Mine

Were the World Mine
Director: Tom Gustafson
Cast: Tanner Cohen, Zelda Williams, Ricky Goldman, Wendy Robie, Nathaniel David Becker, Jill Larson, Christian Stolte
USA, 91 minutes

Were the World Mine is truly a gem of a film. A coming of age/musical/comedy with elements of magical realism and a meta-A Midsummer Night's Dream theme. Sound like too much? Never! I would have to say it was the perfect combination of truth and dream. What if your classmates, instead of playing dodgeball, danced and sang to your tune? Or, instead of being the odd one out, you were looked on with admiration from your peers? A satisfying film from beginning to end that charmed the audience through and through.

Highlights from the Q&A with the director, Tom Gustafson:

-The inspiration for the film came from a combination of his highly successful short film Fairies and William Shakespheare's "A Midsummer Nights Dream".
-All the actors sang their own parts in the film, the soundtrack will be available. Keep an eye on the films website for details and you can listen to some of the songs on their MySpace page.
-Were the World Mine is going to show at festivals in the US as well as Vancouver in 2008, and they are really looking to get youth involved to see the film
-Upcoming: Mariachi Gringo is his next project

He also told a beautiful story about the creation of the film and how at some point you have to stop waiting for the perfect timing and just decide that you are going to do it. After that point, by the time it took them to get to the shooting location all of the chips fell into place and they were able to make the film. Not only is the film itself uplifting, but the story behind it is as well!



The packed house for Boystown

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival continues strong today with Day 2 of the festival and many films to choose from.

Like to see a preview before you head out? Check out these trailers:
Out at the Wedding (dir: Lee Friedlander) trailer
Japan Japan (dir: Lior Shamirz - in attendance) trailer
Love Songs / Les Chansons d’amour (dir: Christophe Honoré) trailer

Perhaps you are more into the conversation side of things? If so, check out General Idea: Art, AIDS and the fin de siècle (dir: Annette Mangaard). This film will be introduced and have a post film Q&A moderated by Luis Jacob, renowned local artist and curator.

Are shorts your thing? Check out the line up for Let's Get Physical.

So many great selections, it's hard to choose!

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival opens tonight with the South Korea film Like a Virgin / Cheonhajangsa Madonna (Directors: Lee Hae-yeong and Lee Hae-jun).

After the film you can kick up your heels with more festival fun and the tunes of DJs Rory Them Finest & Produzentin at the Opening Gala Party tonight, Thursday May 15/08 at 10pm at Canada’s National Ballet School, 400 Jarvis Street (south of Wellesley Street East). Free with Like a Virgin ticket stub or $10 / $8 Inside Out members.

The Inside Out Toronto Lesbian and Gay Film and Video Festival 2008 runs from May 15-25, 2008 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.