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.

Hotel Voyeur is the latest movie directed by Anjali Kara for the Daring Media Group. You are invited to witness and erotic series of sexual liaisons that take place in the discreet establishment. The hotel staff go the extra mile to make sure that the patrons of the hotel are given total satisfaction during their stay. A stunning cast of quality adult performers are featured in this cinematic slice of highly erotic adult entertainment.
Of the 28 total films I watched, just six of them were queer or featured queer characters in some way.
Tarantino's alternative history of the 1960's uncritically repeats the era's sexist and racist stereotypes.
'Young Royals' is a great example of positive gay representation in its two main protagonists, but the supporting characters are often frustratingly selfish.
In season 3 of 'Umbrella Academy', Diego, Allison, and Viktor finally get character arcs that address their unique experiences as a Latino man, a Black woman who lived through the 60s, and a trans man.
For anyone who is not a cis white woman, a justice-fueled murderous rampage is not framed as liberation. Instead, they contribute to harsh stereotypes that vilify minority women with dangerous consequences.
By depicting 4 different stories, Director Sergio Tovar Velarde keeps the focus on the shared humanity and search for love (both self and romantic) of various gay Mexican men.