As NewFest kicks off its fifth annual Pride film series in New York City, the country’s largest LGBTQ film festival is teaming up with AMC Networks.
Part of the network’s ‘Future of Film’ initiative, which showcases emerging talent from festivals across the country, NewFest has curated a collection of six shorts by LGBTQ filmmakers to stream on AMC+ during Pride Month.
“We’re thrilled to partner with AMC Networks to bring NewFest’s programming to a national audience through the Future of Film initiative,” said NewFest executive director David Hatkoff and director of programming Nick McCarthy. “These powerful shorts highlight the depth of queer storytelling and offer a meaningful platform for emerging filmmakers to reach wider audiences. We’re grateful to AMC+ for helping amplify these vital voices.”
Courtney Thomasma, AMC Networks’ EVP of linear and streaming products, said in a statement, “We’re proud to partner with NewFest to celebrate
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