Looking
Forward into 2022
2022
is a new year full of new opportunities, and we are excited
about what the future is going to bring to TIGLFF and
the community! Our mission is to showcase films by, for, or
about the LGBTQ+ community that Entertains, Empowers,
and Enlightens the audience and fosters a greater sense
of community.
With that in mind, here is a sneak peek at what’s to come:
First, we are starting a monthly screening program in February
curated by members of the local Tampa Bay community. These screenings
will showcase films that have had an important effect on that
person selected for the month. Alongside the screening, this
community programmer will tell us why they selected their specific
film and why it is important to them. Each film will be available
virtually for a week with one in-person watch party and meet-n-greet
with the local programmer.
Our BIPOC Fest – Queer in Color – will
come back June 17th-19th! This is a “mini-festival” that
highlights the stories and voices of Black, Indigenous, and
other People of Color (BIPOC). Between now and then,
we are looking to expand the screening committee and get more
voices involved in the film selection process. If you are a
part of the BIPOC community and are interested in being involved,
please let us know here.
The 33rd Annual Tampa Bay International Gay & Lesbian Film
Festival will be from October 7th to the 16th. We
are excited to present the best in Queer Cinema, as well as
offer more events and community activations to expand what a
Film Festival is and means.
Lastly, but certainly not least, our 3rd Annual Transgender
Film Festival will take place in March 2023, highlighting
Transgender Day of Visibility, as opposed to
Transgender Day of Remembrance in November.
To keep on all things TIGLFF throughout the year, be
sure to check out our newly refreshed website and follow us
on Facebook,
Instagram,
or Twitter!
Victor Gimenez
TIGLFF Executive Director
We're
Looking for a Programmer!
With guidance and direction from the Screening Committee, Executive
Director, & Board, the Festival Programmer will select the films
for the festivals that create a balance of tone & form which
aims to start a conversation with the festival audience. All
Details Visit: https://tiglff.com/were-looking-for-a-programmer/
Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter
to victor@tiglff,com
