AFRICA PRIDE

OUR PRIDE 2024 Shorts & Arts Fest is a virtual festival featuring 125+ short films and feature length films from more than 25+ countries. Streaming worldwide. Watch everywhere on mobile and all devices, on Roku Channel, AppleTV, FilreTV.

[USA] Darcelle, at the age of 91, was the Guinness World Record holder for the oldest working drag queen. On stage, Darcelle was harolded as a prominent figure in the Portland, Oregon LGBTQ+ scene, but at home, Walter Cole was just like anyone else who loves, laughs, and cries. In this short film, friends and family reflect with Darcelle on a long and accomplished life as the end draws near. The film was completed two years before Darcelle died in spring 2023.

[Namibia] This Namibian short film portrays the trauma and triumph of a young lesbian couple as they challenge socio-cultural norms and overcome prejudice and violence in their quest to build the life of their dreams. Starring Diana Masters as Uno and Uakamburuavi Jeomba as Hatago, produced by Namibia's Women's Leadership Centre.

[USA] After years of “therapy", Johannes hopes to finally be cured of his gayness and marries Marie from his community. But the wedding turns into a disaster, during which Johannes finally has a realization.

[USA]: Serafin, a Spaniard exiled in Germany during Franco's regime, shares his memories and dreams with husband Michael after sixty years.

[USA] Urvashi Vaid, immigrant, lesbian & woman of color helped shape the gay rights movement. Her life with partner Kate Clinton & vision serves as a roadmap for generations facing LGBTQ+ backlash.

[USA] Stud Country, the largest queer country western line dancing event in America, was created to preserve Los Angeles' little known 50+ year queer line dancing tradition. Despite its success and fiercely committed community, the event is set to lose its venue due to gentrification.

[Lux] London, 2020. Girl meets girl, during lockdown.