The
fourth annual “Out on Screen” Film Festival will be held at the University of
Wisconsin-Stevens Point throughout March and April, sponsored by the Faculty
and Staff Gay-Straight Alliance.
The
film screenings are free and open to the public. Each film begins at 7 p.m. in
the Dreyfus University Center Theater. “Out on
Screen” offers audiences a
lineup of award-winning, independent feature films and documentaries that
explore diversity along the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer
spectrum.
The
film series includes:
Wednesday,
March 4, “Love is Strange” – After nearly four decades together, Ben and George
finally tie the knot. But when George
loses his job, the couple must sell their Manhattan apartment and deal with the
intergenerational tensions and family dynamics of their new, separate living
arrangements.
Friday,
March 6, “Appropriate Behavior” – Shirin tries to juggle her multiple
identities as ideal Persian daughter, politically correct bisexual and Brooklyn
hipster in this unconventional comedy of coming out in an Iranian-American
family.
Tuesday,
March 10, “Eat With Me” – When a disapproving mother moves in with her chef
son, both find a fresh take on life, love and Asian food in the heart of Los
Angeles.
Wednesday,
March 11, “Out in the Night” – This documentary tells the story of The New
Jersey Four, a group of young African American lesbians charged with assault
and attempted murder after defending themselves against a homophobic attacker
in New York’s West Village.
The
festival will continue with four additional films through Friday, April 3. For more information
on the “Out on Screen” Film Festival, including film trailers and a complete
schedule, visit OutOnScreen.wordpress.com.
The Faculty and Staff Gay-Straight Alliance aims to bring together
LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies across campus to reduce fear, prejudice and
discrimination. The group educates members of the campus community on LGBTQ+
issues and promotes a safe and open environment to welcome, encourage, discuss
and support diversity.