Benjamin Pollack

Pride Films and Plays announces five short films receiving their Chicago premieres during Queer Bits AltReels Film Festival at the Public House Theatre (3914 N Clark) on April 25th, 2016.

Broadway veteran, Billboard dance sensation and People Magazine's first-ever gay 'Hottest Bachelor' Matt Zarley has received critical acclaim as an LGBT artist for over a decade since his debut on the music scene. As one of the first openly gay male artists in music, a lot has changed in the world for the LGBT community. In his latest endeavor, hopefulROMANTIC, Zarley has created an original musical film about one man's emotional journey through love, heartbreak, and healing. It's a universal story about loving, letting go, and holding onto faith that there's somebody for everybody. In addition, the film also features film and TV icon, "Star Trek" star and LGBT activist, George Takei. The project consists of not only the film but, the original soundtrack and pop album titled 'hopefulROMANTIC - The Deluxe Edition', featuring new, acoustic renditions of songs featured in the film, as well as a bonus video duet with Jeb Havens - available on October 16, 2015.

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Matt Zarley hosted a screening on Sunday, November 9, for his original musical short film "hopefulROMANTIC." The event was held at the American Film Institute in Los Angeles. Scroll down for photos!

Winter Festival 2010 Saturday, January 2nd NewFilmmakers starts the second annual Winter Fest and its 2010 Winter Series. A ticket for the whole evening tonight and every night is only $6.

Winter Festival 2010 Saturday, January 2nd NewFilmmakers starts the second annual Winter Fest and its 2010 Winter Series. A ticket for the whole evening tonight and every night is only $6.