The festival, one of the largest of its kind in the United States, commences this weekend with a hybrid of live showcases and online streaming. Ever the diplomat, Morgan — himself a member of the LGBTQ community — politely refuses to pick a favorite. “They really are.”Morgan, who has helmed the 18-year-old festival for the past three years, notes that there is additional LGBTQ content scattered throughout the various showcases. “We’re following the CDC guidelines as well as the local D.C. government guidelines,” says Morgan of the live events. Shorts International Film Festival runs through Sept. 19.

Source: MetroXpress September 10, 2021 15:08 UTC