Two Brooklyn couples—one gay, one straight—find their relationships flipped upside
down as they explore sex, love, and everything messy in between. Open relationships,
new attractions, and uncomfortable truths collide in The Happy Sad, a raw, talky,
and tender portrait of modern intimacy. Directed by Rodney Evans (Brother to Brother)
and released in 2013, the film stood out for its nuanced portrayal of bisexuality,
emotional fluidity, and queer Black experience—years before those conversations hit
the mainstream. It’s the kind of film that asks big questions with a soft touch and
a fearless heart.
Eventive. “Queer & Trans Film Festival 2025.” Accessed June 25, 2026. https://sqtff.eventive.org/films.
