Bangkok LGBTQ+ Film Festival unleashes 15 films to mark the fight for marriage equality
Fifteen powerful films. Nine countries. One loud and proud message: equality matters. From 27 June to 6 July, the Bangkok LGBTQ+ Film Festival is ready to celebrate love, identity and queerness in all forms – just in time for Thailand's historic marriage equality bill.
Curated by Baturu, a global platform pushing for equality through art, the festival spotlights LGBTQ+ voices across Asia while bringing in standout picks from New Zealand, Sweden, Japan, Nepal and more.
Special screenings will take place across Bangkok at Goethe-Institut Thailand, Jim Thompson Art Center, Slowcombo and Buffalo Bridge Gallery, alongside talks, workshops and Q&As with international filmmakers and producers.
Global screenings
The lineup releases 15 films – raw, fearless and pushing boundaries to celebrate queer voices.
Queer Japan (2019)
The film rummages through Japan's LGBTQ+ underground, spotlighting artists, activists and outsiders living loud and breaking norms.
Rurangi (2020)
Directed by Max Currie, Rurangi follows trans activist Caz returning to his divided hometown to face his estranged father. It's about relationships, identity and the strength of finding acceptance.
Enfant Terrible (2020)
A documentary exploring the world of Rainer Werner Fassbinder – the rebellious director who redefined New Wave cinema and queer culture.
Rebel Dykes (2021)
A raw documentary capturing punk-fueled feminism through the wild lives of '80s London lesbians.
Prejudice and Pride (2022)
Swedish documentary takes you on a rainbow-colored journey through Sweden's queer cinema history from 1916 classics to today's trans stories.
Rodeo (2022)
From Germany, Rodeo follows Julia, a young rider determined to join a male-dominated dirt bike crew. When an accident strikes, her place in the group is put to the test.
Skin Deep (2022)
To save their crumbling relationship, Leyla and Tristan swap bodies with another couple. But when Leyla discovers freedom in her new form, she's not so keen to switch back – and that's when things really start to get weird.
Winter Boy (2022)
When his father dies in a sudden accident – possibly a suicide – a 17-year-old boy struggles with grief, confusion and the search for answers. He decides to visit his older brother in Paris seeking solace.
The Missing (2023)
To unravel his past, a mouthless young man faces an alien visitor. It's a film that takes you on a surreal journey through memory, identity and loss.
Dalton's Dream (2023)
This moving portrait captures Dalton Harris, X Factor UK champ, as he struggles with identity and fame.
Under the Moonlight (2023)
Nur, a cook at an Islamic boarding school for transgender women, finds joy in a rare safe haven where her chosen family thrives far from the world's harshness.
Chhesang (2024)
An empowering period piece with a twist – a 21-year-old Chhesang battles gender dysphoria and chases acceptance, rewriting the rules of identity in every scene.
Hombres Integros (2024)
Hombres Íntegros hits hard with love, loyalty and a brutal coming-of-age twist. The main character, Alf, is drawn to a new classmate at his Catholic school, but peer pressure and toxic masculinity force a choice he can't take back.
Langue Etrangere (2024)
Eager for approval, a 17-year-old becomes willing to go to extremes to please her pen pal. The film explores the uneasy pull between friendship, identity and belonging.
Number 2 (2025)
Number 2 brings back Chow Chee Beng (Mark Lee) and his drag crew as they chase glory in a Thai competition. Campy, chaotic and packed with glitter – this sequel brings the drama.
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Bangkok LGBTQ+ Film Festival unleashes 15 films to mark the fight for marriage equality
Fifteen powerful films. Nine countries. One loud and proud message: equality matters. From 27 June to 6 July, the Bangkok LGBTQ+ Film Festival is ready to celebrate love, identity and queerness in all forms – just in time for Thailand's historic marriage equality bill. Curated by Baturu, a global platform pushing for equality through art, the festival spotlights LGBTQ+ voices across Asia while bringing in standout picks from New Zealand, Sweden, Japan, Nepal and more. Special screenings will take place across Bangkok at Goethe-Institut Thailand, Jim Thompson Art Center, Slowcombo and Buffalo Bridge Gallery, alongside talks, workshops and Q&As with international filmmakers and producers. Global screenings The lineup releases 15 films – raw, fearless and pushing boundaries to celebrate queer voices. Queer Japan (2019) The film rummages through Japan's LGBTQ+ underground, spotlighting artists, activists and outsiders living loud and breaking norms. Rurangi (2020) Directed by Max Currie, Rurangi follows trans activist Caz returning to his divided hometown to face his estranged father. It's about relationships, identity and the strength of finding acceptance. Enfant Terrible (2020) A documentary exploring the world of Rainer Werner Fassbinder – the rebellious director who redefined New Wave cinema and queer culture. Rebel Dykes (2021) A raw documentary capturing punk-fueled feminism through the wild lives of '80s London lesbians. Prejudice and Pride (2022) Swedish documentary takes you on a rainbow-colored journey through Sweden's queer cinema history from 1916 classics to today's trans stories. Rodeo (2022) From Germany, Rodeo follows Julia, a young rider determined to join a male-dominated dirt bike crew. When an accident strikes, her place in the group is put to the test. Skin Deep (2022) To save their crumbling relationship, Leyla and Tristan swap bodies with another couple. But when Leyla discovers freedom in her new form, she's not so keen to switch back – and that's when things really start to get weird. Winter Boy (2022) When his father dies in a sudden accident – possibly a suicide – a 17-year-old boy struggles with grief, confusion and the search for answers. He decides to visit his older brother in Paris seeking solace. The Missing (2023) To unravel his past, a mouthless young man faces an alien visitor. It's a film that takes you on a surreal journey through memory, identity and loss. Dalton's Dream (2023) This moving portrait captures Dalton Harris, X Factor UK champ, as he struggles with identity and fame. Under the Moonlight (2023) Nur, a cook at an Islamic boarding school for transgender women, finds joy in a rare safe haven where her chosen family thrives far from the world's harshness. Chhesang (2024) An empowering period piece with a twist – a 21-year-old Chhesang battles gender dysphoria and chases acceptance, rewriting the rules of identity in every scene. Hombres Integros (2024) Hombres Íntegros hits hard with love, loyalty and a brutal coming-of-age twist. The main character, Alf, is drawn to a new classmate at his Catholic school, but peer pressure and toxic masculinity force a choice he can't take back. Langue Etrangere (2024) Eager for approval, a 17-year-old becomes willing to go to extremes to please her pen pal. The film explores the uneasy pull between friendship, identity and belonging. Number 2 (2025) Number 2 brings back Chow Chee Beng (Mark Lee) and his drag crew as they chase glory in a Thai competition. Campy, chaotic and packed with glitter – this sequel brings the drama.
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