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Celebrating and supporting LGBTQ+ arts and culture in greater Rochester, NY since 1993!

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Full festival passholders can continue to access the 6 virtual shorts programs through the end of the day on Sunday, October 25. No pass? Don’t worry! You can still purchase single virtual tickets as well!

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We want to recognize and say thanks to our new venue partner and 2026 Presenting Sponsor Flora Rochester. We’re so thankful for their support of ImageOut and LGBTQ+ arts and culture in our greater Rochester community - and we had so much fun there for our Festival Kickoff & Launch Party!

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We want to recognize and say thank you to 2026 Presenting Sponsor Assemblymember Harry Bronson. We’re so appreciative of his continued support of ImageOut and LGBTQ+ arts and culture in our greater Rochester community for many years!

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We want to recognize and send thanks to one of our longest-standing sponsors: 2026 Presenting Sponsor Ellenwood Electric. We’re very grateful for their continued support of ImageOut and LGBTQ+ arts and culture in our greater Rochester community for many years!

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We want to recognize and thank our financial institution and 2026 Presenting Sponsor M&T Bank. We’re very grateful for their support of ImageOut and LGBTQ+ arts and culture in our greater Rochester community!

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ImageOut is pleased to be the community partner for Brian Schaefer, author of Town & Country, at the 2026 Lane Dworkin JCC Rochester Authors + Innovators Festival on Wednesday, November 4, 7:00pm in the Louis S Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester Ballroom…

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Whether you follow politics like a sport or try to avoid the circus at all costs‭, ‬this is the perfect‭, ‬uplifting event for a midterm year‭.‬"

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ImageOut is pleased to be the community partner for Brian Schaefer, author of Town & Country, at the 2026 Lane Dworkin JCC Rochester Authors + Innovators Festival on Wednesday, November 4, 7:00pm in the Louis S Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester Ballroom…

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👤 About the Author: "Brian Schaefer brings unlikely heart and humor to American politics in his acclaimed debut novel‭ ‬Town‭ & ‬Country‭, ‬an entertaining‭, ‬propulsive‭, ‬and poignant story of unexpected connection across political difference‭…

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ImageOut is pleased to be the community partner for Brian Schaefer, author of Town & Country, at the 2026 Lane Dworkin JCC Rochester Authors + Innovators Festival on Wednesday, November 4, 7:00pm in the Louis S Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester Ballroom…

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ImageOut would like to take another moment to recognize and thank 2026 Presenting Sponsor and longtime supporter Hedonist Artisan Chocolates & Ice Cream. Thanks to them, our film festivals are a lot sweeter!

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For Your Consideration… The Final Ballot of City Magazine’s “Best of Rochester” readers’ poll is here, and we’re grateful to be included again this year! It’s so important to support LGBTQ+ arts and culture right now…

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Full festival passholders can continue to access the 6 virtual shorts programs through the end of the day on Sunday, October 25. No pass? Don't worry! You can still purchase single virtual tickets as well!

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On behalf of all of us at ImageOut to all who attended our 34th annual LGBTQ+ Fall Film Festival, both in-person or virtually: thank you! Whether you're a first-time or long-time attendee, thanks for showing up and supporting ImageOut and LGBTQ+ arts and culture in our greater Rochester community!

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We're so grateful for all of our amazing volunteers, patrons, filmmakers, special guests, members, sponsors, underwriters, community partners, venue partners and more! ♥️

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and unconventional relationships, and explores generational divides and complex family dynamics. Throughout the film we witness love between friends, between family, and between romantic partners, and are left with a warmth in our hearts for all involved." ~ Lynette Kehoe, Narratives Programmer

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In fact, the musical numbers are infrequent and add just a bit of whimsey to an already dynamic and engaging plot. The songs are used to help the characters express their deepest emotions and show off their voices and dance moves. EVERY SIDE OF THE BED celebrates the diversity of sexuality…

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deciding this would be what’s best for their young adult children. More friends and family get thrown into the mix, and this film takes us on a comedic, musical frolic through the drama that ensues. While this film is a musical, it’s not just for musical lovers…

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How could he settle down into a monogamous heterosexual relationship so soon? Things get even more complicated when Javier realizes that the fiance, Julia, is the daughter of Carlota, his former lover. Javier and Carlota begin to plot a way to stop the wedding…

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🎞️ About the Film: “EVERY SIDE OF THE BED means exploring your sexuality and all types of relationships. But Óscar has announced his intention to marry Julia, and his father, Javier, is not so happy for him. Óscar is a bisexual man in his early 20s, for goodness sake!…

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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Because here’s the thing: this should be a heavy film and it isn’t. Gugu is so irrepressible that even in its bleakest moments, the film still strikes a hopeful tone. There’s a triumphance to Gugu that manifests itself throughout GUGU’S WORLD.” ~ Stephen Weisenreder, Narratives Programmer

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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are central to the film’s theme without being spelled out to the audience. We don’t know if Gugu is gay or non-binary or something else; perhaps Gugu doesn’t know either. Most remarkably, the film navigates weighty topics without dropping that weight on the audience…

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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The relationship between Gugu and his father is one of those things. It would be easy to make the character villainous, and at times he is, but in his own misguided way, he’s trying to be a good father. He’s not, but he’s trying. Meanwhile, Gugu’s gender identity and/or sexuality…

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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and hit the town bedazzled to the gods. Gugu’s grandmother is his entire world, so when she experiences a rapid cognitive decline, Gugu’s resplendent world crumbles as well. Rarely does a movie so perfectly thread so many needles…

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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Gugu’s father loves Gugu, but he’s also embarrassed by Gugu’s fabulousness and doesn’t know how to raise a kid like Gugu. Gugu’s and his grandmother are as close as two people can be. They’re a matched set as they do one another's eye makeup…

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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He’s also a talented soccer player. Not all of his teammates appreciate his celebratory dance routines, but he pays no attention to anyone trying to dim his shine. Gugu lives with his grandmother in rural Brazil. Gugu’s mother died years earlier under suspicious circumstances…

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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🎞️ About the Film: “11-year-old Gugu is one of a kind. Gugu is effeminate, confident, mature beyond his years in some respects, and child-like in others. Always accessorized, the world is Gugu’s runway and he’s impervious to bullying…

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Closing Night Selection Program 28. GUGU'S WORLD (Feito Pipa) at The Little Theatre 1. 5:15pm doors, 5:45pm program. BIPOC series. Next Gen series - Free to Young Adults ages 25 and under…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join us on Sunday, October 18, 3:00-5:00pm at Sagra Italia for our Closing Reception of celebration and community, preceding the Closing Night Selection film of our 34th annual ImageOut LGBTQ+ Fall Film Festival! 18+ to attend. 21+ to purchase or consume alcohol. Limited capacity…

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There is also a parking lot available next to the Chapin building, but it is accessed from behind (off N. Water St. and Carthage Alley). There is also a parking lot down Andrews St. with valet parking for ImageOut. #ImageOutRoc #ImageOut34 #ThisIsImageOut #TheMagicOfQueerCinema #SupportLGBTQArts

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join us on Sunday, October 18, 3:00-5:00pm at Sagra Italia for our Closing Reception of celebration and community, preceding the Closing Night Selection film of our 34th annual ImageOut LGBTQ+ Fall Film Festival! 18+ to attend. 21+ to purchase or consume alcohol. Limited capacity…

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♿️ Accessibility: The main entrance of Sagra Italia that we will be using has a ramp for accessibility. 🅿️ Parking: Free street parking is available along St. Paul and Andrews St. in both directions…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join us on Sunday, October 18, 3:00-5:00pm at Sagra Italia for our Closing Reception of celebration and community, preceding the Closing Night Selection film of our 34th annual ImageOut LGBTQ+ Fall Film Festival! 18+ to attend. 21+ to purchase or consume alcohol. Limited capacity…

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🍸 About the Event: Enjoy beer, wine, and spirits at the cash bar, along with non-alcoholic items. Ticket includes delicious appetizers and desserts from this beautiful event venue. Door prize from ImageOut sponsor Hedonist Artisan Chocolates…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join us on Sunday, October 18, 3:00-5:00pm at Sagra Italia for our Closing Reception of celebration and community, preceding the Closing Night Selection film of our 34th annual ImageOut LGBTQ+ Fall Film Festival! 18+ to attend. 21+ to purchase or consume alcohol. Limited capacity…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Program 27: OUR COLORS NEVER FADE at The Little Theatre 1. 11:30am doors, 12:00pm program. Presented with partial English subtitles. Program Note: This film screening will be immediately followed by a live, in-person Q&A…

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who are fighting not only for their country’s survival, but also for a more inclusive future." ~ Gillian Griffin, Documentary Programmer 🎬 Watch Trailer: m.youtube.com/watch?v=miPq... 👥 Community Partner: RocMaidan #ImageOutRoc #ImageOut34 #ThisIsImageOut #TheMagicOfQueerCinema #SupportLGBTQArts

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Program 27: OUR COLORS NEVER FADE at The Little Theatre 1. 11:30am doors, 12:00pm program. Presented with partial English subtitles. Program Note: This film screening will be immediately followed by a live, in-person Q&A…

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which has mobilized humanitarian aid and support throughout the war, Rochester has forged strong connections to the Ukrainian struggle. Against this backdrop, OUR COLORS NEVER FADE offers an inspiring perspective on LGBTQ+ Ukrainians…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Program 27: OUR COLORS NEVER FADE at The Little Theatre 1. 11:30am doors, 12:00pm program. Presented with partial English subtitles. Program Note: This film screening will be immediately followed by a live, in-person Q&A…

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By placing queer voices at the center of Ukraine’s resistance, the film expands our understanding of service, community, and national identity. The film carries particular resonance for Rochester audiences. Home to a vibrant Ukrainian-American community and organizations such as RocMaidan…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Program 27: OUR COLORS NEVER FADE at The Little Theatre 1. 11:30am doors, 12:00pm program. Presented with partial English subtitles. Program Note: This film screening will be immediately followed by a live, in-person Q&A…

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within the Ukrainian armed forces, showing how queer service members have earned recognition through their dedication on the front lines. More than a war documentary, OUR COLORS NEVER FADE is a testament to the visibility, resilience, and patriotism of LGBTQ+ Ukrainians…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Program 27: OUR COLORS NEVER FADE at The Little Theatre 1. 11:30am doors, 12:00pm program. Presented with partial English subtitles. Program Note: This film screening will be immediately followed by a live, in-person Q&A…

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As LGBTQ+ Ukrainians take their place alongside fellow citizens in the fight for national freedom, Our Colors Never Fade reveals a military culture shaped by shared sacrifice, mutual respect, and common purpose. The documentary highlights moments of acceptance and solidarity…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Program 27: OUR COLORS NEVER FADE at The Little Theatre 1. 11:30am doors, 12:00pm program. Presented with partial English subtitles. Program Note: This film screening will be immediately followed by a live, in-person Q&A…

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director Jim McSherry highlights the experiences of queer soldiers, combat medics, volunteers, and civilians whose service challenges stereotypes about both military service and LGBTQ+ identity. At the heart of the film is a story of belonging…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Program 27: OUR COLORS NEVER FADE at The Little Theatre 1. 11:30am doors, 12:00pm program. Presented with partial English subtitles. Program Note: This film screening will be immediately followed by a live, in-person Q&A…

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🎞️ About the Film: “OUR COLORS NEVER FADE offers a powerful and deeply human portrait of LGBTQ+ Ukrainians who joined the defense of their country following Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. Through intimate interviews and frontline footage…

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HAPPENING TODAY: Join ImageOut on Sunday, October 18 for Program 27: OUR COLORS NEVER FADE at The Little Theatre 1. 11:30am doors, 12:00pm program. Presented with partial English subtitles. Program Note: This film screening will be immediately followed by a live, in-person Q&A…