This year’s Outfest \u2014 the nation’s most prominent LGBTQ film festival \u2014 is one of its most diverse yet. The event boasts over 200 films from more than 30 countries; two-thirds were directed by women, people of color, and transgender filmmakers. That’s not to mention the festival’s always-stellar collection of shorts, panels, and of course, parties.<\/p>\n
A queer film lover really can’t go wrong attending any of these screenings or events. But a few stood out from the crowd for The Advocate’s editors. See our highlights below. For the full lineup of the Outfest Los Angeles LGBTQ Film Festival, visit Outfest.org.<\/p>\n
Jos\u00e9 Winner of the Venice Queer Lion<\/strong>, this intimate neorealist story follows Jos\u00e9, a 19-year-old who finds escape from his working-class existence in Guatemala City through hookup apps and casual meetups. He discovers meaning in his encounters with Luis, a migrant construction worker who dreams of a better life for them together. But can this passionate new relationship \u2014 and the promise of change \u2014 rival Jos\u00e9\u2019s bond with his doting, religious mother?<\/p>\n Directed by Li Cheng<\/p>\n
\nNarrative feature; Tuesday, July 23, 7:00 p.m. at Plaza de la Raza; Buy tickets here<\/a>.<\/p>\n