The Hexham Pride Film Fest 2023

STRANGE WORLD (PG), 2pm

Three generations of a legendary family of explorers find themselves in an uncharted land with strange creatures. If they want to survive from the numerous dangers, they must bridge their differences and work together.

This vibrant Disney adventure was the first of its kind to feature representation of an out queer character, a positive step forward for on screen inclusion in their family content.

NORTHERN QUEER SHORTS (15), 5pm

This curated package of short films is a celebration of queer talent and voices in the North of England. Featuring a mix of genre’s and representation and plenty of familiar sights.

GOD’S OWN COUNTRY (15), 7.30pm

Johnny works in isolation on his family’s farm in Yorkshire. He numbs his loneliness with binge drinking and casual sex, until the arrival of Gheorghe, a Romanian migrant worker, employed for the lambing season. Johnny suddenly finds himself having to deal with emotions he has never felt before.

Set against the rural landscape of the Yorkshire Pennines, this acclaimed debut feature is a stunning British achievement, and was nominated for Outstanding British Feature in 2017.

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