COWBOYS: steve zahn does incredible work as a dad trying to save his son (newcomer sasha knight) from his transphobic ex-wife (jillian bell). additionally, bell adds impressive dimension to a very complicated role. #NEWFEST

WHITE LIE:

DATING AMBER: a funny, tender story about two gay teens who decide to be each other’s beards to make it at a small Irish high school. really lovely performances from the two leads, Lola Petticrew especially. #NEWFEST

SHIVA BABY: bisexual excellence!!! and the editing??? superb #NEWFEST

FORGOTTEN ROADS: a heartfelt, well-observed film about an older Chilean woman falling in love with a woman for the first time, finding herself along the way. a very calming and warm. #NEWFEST