The 6 Queer Short Films at Sundance 2026
Of the 28 total films I watched, just six of them were queer or featured queer characters in some way.

The day Kara turned 18, he had to lose everything, a gift from his grandfather that he would never forget in his lifetime. Taken in by a family who believes he is poor, he works towards supporting himself and new relationships.
Of the 28 total films I watched, just six of them were queer or featured queer characters in some way.
In this coming-of-age movie centered around senior prom, Mandy is anxious about her acceptance into Harvard while she realizes she's missing other opportunities.
A haunting look at grief, survival, and a mother’s quiet collapse in a world that never gave her room to fall.
Knives Out doesn’t just defy the whodunit narrative, it uses the weaknesses to its advantage. It’s well aware of the genre’s faults and tropes
An adventure that centers on freedom and captures viewers' hearts.
The tale of two friends spans three films and gives wonderful representation for young girls everywhere.