Reel Stories: The Way He Looks
Our Mission
Reel Q produces events and film screenings throughout the year, not only during our annual festival. It is our mission to increase the availability and accessibility of queer film in Pittsburgh and its surrounding region, highlighting the diverse experiences of our worldwide community. We look forward to seeing you at one of the upcoming events. If you’re feeling nostalgic, you can also check out our past events.
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Year Round Programming
Past Events
Global Gays
Sunday, October 6th @ 1:00 pm
Travel across the globe from the comfort of your seat as these films take you to Iran, Myanmar, India, and more to explore the stories of people just like you from around the world.
Socrates
Sunday, October 6th @ 3:00 pm
Winner of numerous awards in film festivals around the world, Socrates would be too disheartening a tale were it not for the charismatic actor (Christian Malheiros) in the title role. This is a provocative film about the obstacles many queer youths are forced to struggle with alone.
Transtastic Shorts
Sunday, October 6th @ 5:00 pm
This unique shorts program turns the lens to the trans community and their experiences today. Whether facing the past or accelerating into the future, there’s a lot to consider in this genre-defying program.
Sell By
Sunday, October 6th @ 7:30 pm
Called “a gay romantic comedy for people who hate romantic comedies,” Sell By focuses on Adam (Scott Evans), a frustrated artist going nowhere and in a stalled relationship. Add a star-studded line-up of characters, and it’s no wonder the film is getting such positive hype.
An Almost Ordinary Summer
Monday, October 7th @ 7:30 pm
Two very different families are spending their summer vacation in the same gorgeous Italian villa: one brash and working class folks, the other pretentious and wealthy. They’ve been brought together by an unlikely romance: the two grandfathers of the families are getting married in three weeks! It’s a heartwarming romantic comedy of love between people over 60.
Her Shorts
Tuesday, October 8th @ 7:30 pm
Decades-lost lovers reconnecting in unexpected places, a celebration of feminine bodies of all sizes, dreams of being more than friends, and making a baby the queer way. Explore the stories of women across the globe in this WLW themed program.
Where Justice Ends
Wednesday, October 9th @ 7:30 pm
This film looks at the harsh injustices experienced by trans people within the US justice system. This film will be accompanied by a panel discussion with director George Zuber, documentary subject CeCe McDonald, and moderated by SisTers PGH Executive Director Ciora Thomas.
His Shorts
Thursday, October 10th @ 7:00 pm
Answer the age old question with us: How far would you go to be bottom ready? Join us as we laugh, cry, and explore the complexities of life as a gay man. There’s international and generational relationships, vogueing, and so much more.
Trick (20th Anniversary)
Thursday, October 10th @ 9:30 pm
Join us for the 20th anniversary of classic boy meets boy film TRICK! Trick follows the misadventures of two young men, trying to find a place to hook-up over the course of one night in 1990’s Manhattan.
Fun In Our Shorts
Friday, October 11th @ 7:30 pm
Talking salmon, disturbed maids, voyeuristic Yaoi illustrators, pregnant boys…what do all these things have in common? You’ll be rolling on the floor. There’s something for everyone is this mix of unconventional comedy shorts.
Scream, Queen!
Friday, October 11th @ 9:30 pm
This documentary follows the story of Nightmare on Elmstreet 2, which some view as the first gay horror movie ever made. Watch the documentary, and then stay for a screening of Nightmare on Elmstreet 2: Freddy’s Revenge, and determine for yourself whether it’s the first gay horror movie ever made.
Straight Up
Saturday, October 12th @ 1:00 pm
A boy meets girl romcom, but boy is gay! Can they make it work? Featuring an all-star cast, this is one film you won’t want to miss.
