Today’s Pick: Vancouver Queer Film Festival

So I’ve missed half the festival and waited unsuccessfully in line to see All Boys last night. But I’m still bitching itching to see some films, and tonight’s screening of Kareem Mortimer’s Children of God seems like a good place to start.

Who doesn’t like a good gay drama? Especially when it’s set in the Bahamas.

Here’s the trailer:

For a plot summary and venue information, click here.

Happy screening!

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