Queer Cinema is a movie night dedicated to celebrating queer stories of love, loss, joy and history.

Every month we will be screening a film with drinks and snacks provided. Bring your chosen family and enjoy this special night!

Join us for a special Trans Day of Remembrance/Resistance film screening

November's film is: Joyland (2022)

Amanullah, the patriarch of the Rana family, yearns for the birth of a grandson to continue the family line. However, the youngest son, Haider, secretly lands a job as a backup dancer at a Bollywood-style burlesque theatre. Where he falls for an ambitious and strong-willed trans woman, Biba. Their love story slowly illuminates the entire Rana family’s desire for a sexual rebellion.

Set in inner city Lahore, Pakistan

Language: Urdu with English subtitles

Run time: 2h 7m

MA 15+

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Queer Cinema is held on the 3rd Friday of the month.