About

Queer cinema has a rich history that is as diverse and bold as the community it represents. Queer filmmakers have always pushed boundaries with incisive content and unconventional aesthetics, which has made radical impacts on cinematic culture as we know it. However, despite its robust past, present and future, queer cinema has often been placed on the margins of the dominant cinematic canon. QFFU combats this marginalization of queer cinema by placing it center stage in the local community. We bring both the pioneers of the past and the emerging filmmakers of the future together and work to create our own cinematic tradition.

Our program blends classic retrospectives with fresh premieres, we promote both the past and future of queer filmmaking. Our programming explores local perspectives of queer life in the Netherlands as well as a diversity of international voices. Like our program, queer cinema is not just one thing; it is heterogenous and spans across time, genre and geography.

We believe that QFFU should be a space for fostering dialogue as much as it is a space for screening films. In addition to our film screenings, we actively build community dialogues through events such as panel discussions, interactive hands-on workshops and late night parties.

We also support emerging local queer filmmakers with the 10 Minute Challenge initiative, where participants create ten minute films with the assistance of industry professionals and showcase their final product in competition at our festival.

QFFU is built by a collaborative spirit. Our festival is made possible through the generosity of our volunteers, artists, and partners. If you are interested in getting involved – do not hesitate to reach out! We are always open to new collaborations.