Films
Bayard & Me
Matt Wolf | 2017
United States | 16 min | 12+ years | English
The startling true story about how the openly gay civil rights activist Bayard Rustin adopted his partner Walter Naegle in the 1980s for legal protections.
The startling true story about how the openly gay civil rights activist Bayard Rustin adopted his partner Walter Naegle in the 1980s for legal protections.
When 18-year old transgender Gavin Grimm started using the boys’ bathroom in school it caused uproar. In this powerful short film he demands his rights and urges acceptance amongst his community.
An 11 year-old-girl living in Taliban-controlled Kabul must disguise herself as a boy to ensure her family’s survival.
Screened as part of TOAFF12
In Uganda, openly gay David Kato and his fellow activists work to defeat new legislation in their country that would make homosexuality punishable by death.
Screened as part of TOAFF15
A new generation of Morocco studying to be Muslim leaders–the Morchidat, or spiritual leaders–campaign against early marriage and encourage women’s education.
Screened as part of TOAFF14
A behind-the-scenes look inside the case to overturn California’s ban on same-sex marriage, as two gay couples fight for their love to be recognised.
Meet Ballez, the ballet company creatively challenging gender roles through dance
A punchy voyage into the world of a virtual queer dance party, capturing the moments of joy and connection that withstand isolation.
Soldiers from the Angolan Army, and women from the community beside the barracks, discover how to challenge violence, negotiate safer sex, and improve communication in relationships.
One woman’s inspiring fight against forced sex work.
A powerful animation that challenges common misconceptions that there is a right or wrong way for people to react during or after a rape
A photography revolution born in Afghanistan
A powerful reflection of the mourning and solidarity of the LA community as they honour those who tragically lost their lives in the Orlando shooting of 2016
Screened as part of TOAFF13
Stories of nine girls from developing countries show them overcoming great obstacles to obtain an education, and empower themselves and others like them.
Screened as part of TOAFF17
Maria Toorpakai is a top-ranking squash player from a tribal area of Pakistan who, with the support of her family, defiantly refuses to be held down by oppressive gender norms.
A story of three unconventional social workers united by a common vision – to empower the region’s most disenfranchised, war-scarred communities to build a just community
After a traumatic encounter, a young, gay Egyptian joins the LGBT rights movement. When his safety is jeopardised, he must choose whether to stay in the country he loves or seek asylum elsewhere as a refugee.
Holding hands in public isn’t for everyone but when it comes to same sex relationships, showing your love outside is sometimes a complicated personal choice