CinePride Film Festival

12/05/2025

The Q***r Room Happy Hour goes live December 11 at 6 PM. Free, inclusive, and built for LGBTQ+ creatives ready to network, collaborate, and level up.

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09/25/2025

We’re proud to announce that the Best Narrative Short at CinePride 2025 goes to QUEERBAIT, directed by Nate Gualtieri.

Starring: Sydney Mae Diaz, Matthew Floyd Miller

This gripping short explores the blurred lines of mentorship and desire, following a student who must choose between protecting his academic future or preserving his dignity.
Congratulations to Nate and the entire team for this powerful and unforgettable World Premiere.

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09/24/2025

WINNER | BEST INTERNATIONAL SHORT

We were proud to host the West Coast Premiere of BLOOD LIKE WATER, directed by Dima Hamdan.

Country: Palestine
Starring: Ruba Blal, Adeeb Safadi, Atallah Tannous, Raeda Ghazaleh

In this gripping drama, Shadi sets off on a secret adventure that spirals into a devastating trap — forcing his proud Palestinian family to face an impossible choice: collaborate with the Israeli occupation, or endure shame and humiliation within their community.

A story of identity, honor, and resilience that resonated deeply at CinePride 2025.

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09/22/2025

WINNER | BEST NARRATIVE FEATURE

Although they couldn’t join us in Los Angeles, we’re honored to share the heartfelt acceptance speech from Rafael Ruiz Espejo, director of THE LAST FIRST TIME (El fin de las primeras veces).

Narrative Feature – Los Angeles Premiere
Film from Mexico
Starring: Alejandro Quintana de la Vega, Carlos E. Cervantes, Pabel Casteñada

This tender coming-of-age story follows Eduardo, an eighteen-year-old who travels from his small hometown to Guadalajara for a university exam - only to discover the exhilaration, missteps, and awakenings of first love and sexuality.

Thank you to Rafael and the entire cast & crew for bringing this beautiful story to CinePride 2025.

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09/17/2025