VIP Fave Q Movie Pick
Where we ask today’s hottest queer and queer-friendly filmmakers, stars and community leaders to answer the question:
“One of my favorite LGBT movies is...”
Desi del Valle (actress & filmmaker)
“My all time favorite LGBT movie is POISON by Todd Haynes. There are many reasons why. I worked in the office next to Christine (Vachon) and Todd when they were making POISON. I thought they were such nice, cool people. Then I went to a workshop that Christine gave on filmmaking and I was inspired for the rest of my life. Then I saw the movie and was completely awed. I’d never seen anything like it. I couldn’t believe someone I knew made such an incredible film. That added to my love for the film. Todd and Christine broke the mystique of filmmaking and made it accessible. I’ll always give them credit for that. Finally, I learned so much about gay men from this film, about men in general; about how intensely difficult it is for men to express love because they are not socialized to show emotions (except anger, of course) or to be vulnerable. The scene in which James Lyons‘s character is raped in jail is so powerful–the inability to express love except in the most violent way. I could talk endlessly about this film. That’s how I know it’s my favorite.”
Discover Desi’s fine performance in the wild San Francisco lesbian comedy, SOME PREFER CAKE or find out more about her current film projects on her Facebook Page.
Bridget McManus (In Bed With Bridget)
“My favorite lesbian film is SAVING FACE. It’s a Chinese-American love story between a young closeted doctor and a dancer. There is nothing sexier than a dancer- unless she’s a lesbian dancer. The two leads, Michelle Krusiec and Lynn Chen, have some intense chemistry and Joan Chen is hysterical as Michelle’s traditionalist disapproving mother. The film has great acting, great writing and did I mention there’s a lesbian dancer in it? ”
Find out more about Bridget’s fabulous interview show, “In Bed With Bridget” and her new Logo show, “That Time of the Month” at Bridget’s Official Website!
Carol Coombes: LGBT Film Fest Programmer
“I never get tired of THE WIZARD OF OZ. Maybe it’s the fact that it’s the first time I ever saw a witch who rode both a bicycle and broom. How ecological! It’s vibrantly Technicolor, magical and it inspired my love of yellow. Bright yellow!”
A perennial figure in the LGBT independent film world, Carol Coombes is best known for her many years of work as festival director for the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival and most recently as managing director of Philadelphia QFest.
Brian Harris Krinsky (director, DISH)
“SHOW ME LOVE by Lukas Moodysson because the film triumphs in capturing with raw emotion the frustration, isolation and ultimately—the gutsiness—of two adolescents defying the norm and falling in love in a miserable small town. And also, WILD REEDS by André Techine because it successfully managed to titillate and engross me with its complex story of self-discovery set against political turmoil. The gorgeous actors and stunning cinematography kept me mesmerized. After all these years, I still can’t get either of these films out of my mind.”
Get your hands on Brian’s acclaimed short film DISH today — it’s featured on Wolfe’s latest gay shorts collection, BOYCRAZY.
Auraeus Solito (director, BOY)
“The first film that comes in my mind is WHEN NIGHT IS FALLING by Patricia Rozema — for the sensuality between the two characters and the simplicity. It will always be one of my faves.”
Get your hands on Auraeus’s new gay feature film, BOY (coming to DVD on August 10th).
Matthew Montgomery (star: PORNOGRAPHY: A THRILLER)
“My favorite LGBT film is probably MY OWN PRIVATE IDAHO. Aside from the fact that River Phoenix gets sucked off in the first scene of the film which left much to the imagination and subsequent “spank bank” of a certain teenage boy at the time, I also came to really appreciate the subtle homoerotic aspects of the film coupled with the gritty and unapologetic eye of Gus Van Sant. It kinda makes me wanna quit acting and become a hustler. Is that bad? BEAUTIFUL THING is a close second.”
Enjoy Matthew’s acting talents (and add him to YOUR “spank-bank”) in the exciting new Wolfe release, PORNOGRAPHY: A THRILLER (coming to DVD on July 13th from Wolfe). You can also see him in REDWOODS and BACK SOON).
Jason Stuart (MAKING IT TO THE MIDDLE)
“My favorite is LONGTIME COMPANION. There is a scene when Bruce Davison and his boyfriend in the film see a “young cute guy” walk by and they both turn their heads at the same time. It showed me how gay men who are coupled are different from straight folks. Their relationship was so close and tender, and they showed up for each other till the end. It was so rare and wonderful. I just loved this film. It has a very special place in my heart.”
You’ve seen him on “The Closer,” “House,” “Will & Grace” and on dozens of other TV shows and movies, discover the full-on hilarious Jason Stuart in his wonderful full-length comedy tour portrait, MAKING IT TO THE MIDDLE.
Alan Cumming (queer actor/performer extraordinaire)
“One of my favorite LGBT movies is DIE MOMMY DIE! First of all, Charles Busch is a genius and I would walk over hot coals to hear anything he has to say. And secondly, this film is such a clever homage to old Hollywood as well as Greek tragedy—and you don’t get better homo combos than that. It’s hilarious and touching and Charles works a costume like nobody else.”
Discover Alan’s wonderful performance in BAM BAM & CELESTE or see him interviewed in FABULOUS! THE STORY OF QUEER CINEMA (both on DVD from Wolfe, of course)! And then go check out his blog at AlanCumming.com where you can attempt to keep up with his tremendously busy schedule and read lengthy, entertaining reflections on his exploits.
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