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.

Self-centered Tyrone had learned that his great-cousin Emma has passed away. There is no cause for alarm until he is informed by a lawyer that a will has been left behind. For all Tyrone’s so-called kindness, he is left with broken furniture. To make matters worse, her most cherished belonging, a secret lockbox, was given to a local church. Tyrone sets out on a hilarious crime adventure to become a minister in order to steal the lockbox.
Highlighting the many ways in which AFF 2023 illustrated that the queer experience is not a monolithic one.
Indie director, Niki Caro (known for 'Whale Rider') directs the live-action 'Mulan' and sets another example of strong females fighting against gender inequality.
A lonely little Hawaiian girl and her mischievous blue alien friend form a bond that heals both of their hearts, as well as ours. This live action version adds emotional nuances—notably in the sisters’ dynamic—while preserving the charm of the original.
Joker is a compelling, character-driven, psychological tale that has a message behind the madness.
Desi Arnaz was an innovator in television and Lucille Ball was a sketch comedy clairvoyant of sorts; 'Being the Ricardos' focuses on their genius as a couple, but shies away from the interracial aspect of their marriage.