From Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival:
The 2011 Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival brings a new and special spotlight which features the best of Miami’s new, local talent. The screenings will be held from 7:00 to 11:00 pm at 1111 Lincoln Road where the 7th Floor of the parking garage will be transformed into an event space. Enjoy the films in a post-modern version of a drive-in movie theater from the 1950’s...complete with waiters on roller skates! Complimentary food and beverages from Shake Shack and Brown-Forman.
Dipspit - Directed by Max Emerson and Justin James
The Odd Couple on Ocean Drive. Sam and Joe, a pair of straight male-models, are kicked out of the 8th and Ocean model-dorms for ruining a fashion show. They move in with a gay UM student named Max. Disaster ensues.
Earwig - Directed by Max Emerson and Vince Cardinal
An adaptation of both “The Bacchae” and “Where the Wild Things Are”, Max is a closeted college student self medicating with recreational drugs in pursuit of an endless party. What he finds in the end... is himself.
Hearts and Hotel Rooms - Directed by Justin James
Jimmy returns to a charmingly convenient hotel room, he reminisces on a one-night stand that took place there. Flashbacks from a year earlier-- checking in, simple conversation, discovering love-- bring into question whether or not Brian will return as well. Winner of the HBO SHOUT Short Film Screenwriting Competition.
Tale of Two Balls - Directed by Justin James
Two beach balls do a somewhat-animated dance in a backyard swimming pool, symbolizing both beauty and equality in this visual poem about unrequited love.
For Tickets and for more information about these and the other films included in the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, please visit www.mglff.com.
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