She Likes Girls 2

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Wolfe presents over 2 hours of outstanding lesbian short films!High Heels on Wheels Leslie Sloan & Donna Cassyd"Let's put it this way. My whole team, except one lady, was gay."This wonderful crash-bang overview of women's roller derby shines the spotlight on how queer this fun-filled sport truly was, as a half-dozen popular roller derby stars reminisce about being out and proud back in the late 60s and early 70s. 11 min. Peace TalkDirected by Jenifer MalmquistOfficial Selection: 2007 Sundance Film FestivalLittle Jonna and her friend Emilie like to play war together. But they also like to play love. This exquisite film deftly portrays the tender joy of a childhood crush, the pain of Mom's disapproval, and the wordless determination to follow your heart. 15 min. In Swedish with English subtitles. Private LifeDirected by Abbe RobinsonGrand Prize Winner: 2007 PlanetOut Short Movie AwardsRising British actress Lucy Lieman (The Bourne Ultimatum, MindFlesh) gives a stand-out performance as the cross-dressing Ruth, a closeted factory paymaster who steals away to meet her lover Maggie at a Manchester bar in this gorgeously atmospheric 1950s period piece. 16 min.Last Exit Directed by Nicola MarshThe real reason girls go to the bathroom in pairs!Out and proud Cody (the stunning Maryfrances Careccia) still has some feelings for her ex-girlfriend Heather (Lindsey Girardot) in this fresh, intimate drama. Unfortunately, Heather doesn't want to leave her husband and Cody's current squeeze Jessica (Chloe Conger) has had enough. 12 min.Brooklyn's Bridge To JordanDirected by Tina MabryWhen Brooklyn Green's (Jossie Thacker) partner Leilani (Fylicia Renee King) ends up in the hospital after a devastating car accident Brooklyn copes with homophobia on all fronts: she's not allowed into the ICU, Leilani's brother takes over her healthcare decisions and claims custody of her son Jordan. This intense family drama is the directorial debut of talented screenwriter Tina Mabry (Itty Bitty Titty Committee). 20 min.Triple MinorityDirected by Amber SharpClair (Ruth Ricks) has survived growing up as a gay black woman in a religious family. Now that she's all grown up and living with her white partner, Rebecca (Kathleen Davison) can she reconcile with her parents? This outstanding coming out drama from newcomer writer-director Amber Sharp offers up a devastating portrait of how religious intolerance can split a family apart. 15 min.Such Great JoyDirected by Michelle KramerAudience Award for Best Short Film: Melbourne Queer Film FestivalMegan (Laura Esposito) brings her girlfriend Christina (Gina Galicia) home for a family Shabbat dinner with the intention of announcing their engagement. But coming out is hard to do in this wacky, and ultimately poignant, comedy of errors. 15 min.Family ReunionDirected by Isold UggadottirOfficial Selection: 2007 Sundance Film FestivalWhen cool young Icelandic dyke Katrin (the irresistible Adalbjorg Arnadottir) has to leave her home in New York City to visit her family in Iceland, she's worried sick about how they'll respond to the news that she's a lesbian. She has no idea that her family is about to reveal a secret of their own. 25 min. In Icelandic with English subtitles.