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.
Harley and Joker: Marked in Black and Red
Based on characters from DC comics:
Harley Quinn, after being tortured and beaten on the Joker's behalf, finds herself broken and alone. When the Joker reappears in her life to pick up where they left off, she cannot help herself but be overcome by his twisted charms once again.
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Based on characters from DC comics: Harley Quinn, after being tortured and beaten on the Joker's behalf, finds herself broken and alone. When the Joker reappears in her life to pick up where they left off, she cannot help herself but be overcome by his twisted charms once again.
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Genre:Drama, Thriller
Written By:Sophie Wright
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Runtime:18 minutes
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