'Merry & Gay': A smart and heartfelt LGBTQ Christmas venture
The film centers around two young women, Becca and Sam, who were once high school sweethearts until they reconnect in their town.

In 1940s’ rural Quebec, Marguerite assists her sister Aimée who’s been in painful labour for hours. Alerted by the midwife that a caesarean is necessary, their father leaves to seek the village doctor.
The film centers around two young women, Becca and Sam, who were once high school sweethearts until they reconnect in their town.
Films can alleviate alienation by presenting realities where the viewers feelings are shared by onscreen characters. 'The Little Mermaid" film can be interpreted as a transgender story.
Indie director, Niki Caro (known for 'Whale Rider') directs the live-action 'Mulan' and sets another example of strong females fighting against gender inequality.
Tara Thorne’s film is equal parts emotional and comedic, illustrating the beauty and the pain of long term relationships.
I can say without question, that this is the first movie I’ve ever seen where art imitates life so much that I could 100% identify with it on a personal level. The predominately Black cast of characters are people with hopes, dreams, fears, and ambitions.
The film reminds us to remember the people who had the courage and dignity that had made the world better, even when the memory was absent.