Advertisement

GLAAD has partnered with renowned LGBTQ+ film festivals, Frameline and NewFest, to present “Cheers, Queers” at the 40th edition of the Sundance Film Festival. This unique event will be hosted at the Acura House of Energy at 550 Swede Alley on Friday, January 19. The “Queer Film is Activism” panel at the event will showcase notable figures such as Alok Vaid-Menon, filmmaker Alex Hedison, Allegra Madsen of Frameline, David Hatkoff from NewFest, DaShawn Usher of GLAAD, and Natalie Jasmine Harris, director of “Grace.” Moderating the discussion will be Anthony Allen Ramos, Vice President of Communications and Talent at GLAAD. The panel will be an opportunity to toast LGBTQ+ filmmakers and community members in attendance. Another panel named “IMDbPro and Prime Video present: Intentionally Intersectional” will explore authentic and inclusive representation in the entertainment industry.