A Queer Review of the Austin Film Festival (2023)
Highlighting the many ways in which AFF 2023 illustrated that the queer experience is not a monolithic one.

When 4 horror film fanatic friends, unhappy with their lives, think that a zombie apocalypse is going on they jump on the chance to be "survivors." On the way, they learn about their friendship, themselves, and what it means to be happy.
Highlighting the many ways in which AFF 2023 illustrated that the queer experience is not a monolithic one.
While Peter’s heroics might have been a bit unrealistic at times due to his lack of experience, I will always support the civilian taking down the establishment.
The heroes of the Mushroom Kingdom make their way to the big screen in this animated movie.
The Resort has an excellent climax surrounded by disappointments. Somehow, at a mere 75 minutes, this movie still manages to be 70 minutes too long.
A complex, realistic, and loving mother-daughter relationship is at the heart of this story about Black pageants and the fight for a better future.
This list was made with the intention of celebrating the craft. I love seeing more women of colour on this list than before and more newcomers on the scene as well!