In the spring of 1988, a group of Interesting and talented people congregated in the
bowels of the West End to discuss plans for a lesbian and gay film festival. Questions
were asked: Would it be a one-time event for Celebration '90? Would the festival be
an annual event? Who would handle colour coordination? What does politically correct
mean, anyway?
From that initial meeting, the OUT ON SCREEN FILM FESTIVAL SOCIETY was born. We began
in August 1989 with a four day festival. Last year we expanded to ten days as part
of Celebration '90's cultural component. This year - just to keep you on your toes
- we moved the festival from August to May and pared it back to five days of cinematic
excellence. Though we continually strive to be a platform for Canadian filmmakers,
this year the majority of available films were from across the oceans - Pacific and
Atlantic. We hope you enjoy the International focus of these offerings.
“Out on Screen: The First Annual Gay & Lesbian Film Festival,” 1989.
