PARADE: QUEER ACTS OF LOVE & RESISTANCE

Directed by Noam Gonick | 97min | Canada 

PARADE: QUEER ACTS OF LOVE & RESISTANCE captures pivotal moments that sparked Canada's 2SLGBTQIA+ movement, honouring the activists and elders whose resistance led to the rights we have today. 

Through rarely seen archival footage and first-person accounts, audiences experience the frontlines of the struggle. From police raids to early drag shows and community organizing to the House of Commons, the complex history of the country's diverse communities is brought to life. 

Key milestones illustrate the power of taking it into the streets and underscore how easily the rights we've fought for can be revoked, making this documentary essential for all Canadians to view. Unflinching, bold, enraging, and hopeful,  PARADE is a vital new chapter in the queer canon!

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Preceded by the short film:

BURCU’S ANGELS

Directed by Özgün Gündüz | 19 min | Canada

FILMMAKER AND BURCU IN ATTENDANCE!

At the heart of Vancouver, Burcu's Angels is more than just a vintage store —it's a haven, a stage, and a sanctuary. Owned by Burcu Özdemir, a Turkish queer elder, the store has become a pillar of the community, often described as a "coming out center" for generations of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.