First ever LGTB filmfest in Yangon
The first film festival that mounts screenings relating to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues will be held in Yangon this month to raise awareness of the LGBT community and equal rights.
Organised by Colors Rainbow, YG, Abadi Art and other non-profit organisations, the “&Proud LGTB Film Festival” – to be held from November 14 to 16 at the Institut Français in Yangon – features 30 films from Myanmar and Asia, discussions, parties and an exhibition.
"[Local actors and comedians] have been mocking gay and bisexual people by exaggerating their antics and fashion in local films. So this encourages prejudice and discriminations against LGTB people among the public. The reason for organising this film festival is to educate the public on the LGBT community and their experiences through films," said Hla Myat Tun who organises the film festival.
