Melbourne Queer Film Festival (MQFF)
Now in its 18th year, the Melbourne Queer Film Festival (MQFF) is one of our citys most popular queer cultural events.It is also one of the longest-running festivals of its kind in the world; and thanks to the critical diligence of its selection panel and Festival Director Lisa Daniel, also one of the most respected, with its annual program a regular source of inspiration for other lesbian and gay film festivals around the world. All Sessions (except Opening Night and Celluloid Casserole) take place at ACMI Cinemas and ACMI Screen Pit, located at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image, Federation Square, Flinders St, Melbourne.
There is a smorgasbord of Trans related films screening this year, and it is unlikely that they will be shown again so heres a rundown of what’s on. Make sure you pre book tickets to avoid dissapointment!
Sunday 9th March 4pm ACMI Cinemas
SHE’S A BOY I KNEW- Canada, 2007.
Sublime home movie footage, voice-mail sound bites, frank testimonials and delightful animation co-exist in this unique male-to-female transition tale.
Vancouver filmmaker Gwen Haworth has captured her difficult story via the art of interview. She asks direct questions, fearlessly. And her loving family, best mates and significant others deliver illuminating, brutally honest and at times anxious responses. By focusing the camera lens deep into her most intimate
relationships Haworth paves the way for new style imaging of the transgendered self, and allows her loved ones access to express their often conflicted
feelings. A must see documentary! (PA)
Plus:
WHATEVER SUITS YOU- USA, 2006,
The filmmaker parallels the process of transforming
a suit into a dress with all the physical, mental, and
emotional processes of changing genders.

TRANS SHORTS-The latest and greatest in trans short films from around the world.
Sun 9th March, 2pm-ACMI Pit, ground floor
EDDIE- USA, 2007.
A young Latina girl who is forced to deal with her body image as a result of an embarrassing mishap during a summer afternoon on the sports field.
ELEVATOR- Israel, 2007, Hebrew with English subtitles.
Two strangers find themselves stuck in a lift, and discover a spark between them. But one of them is more than who she says she is.
GENDERPUNK- Canada, 2006.
Explores the policing of gender and gender identity within various Canadian high schools from the perspective of a 16-year-old transboy and his 29-year-old queer high school teacher.
NO BIKINI- Canada, 2007.
A young girl defies convention during her summer swimming class
S/HE -Canada/Taiwan, 2007.
A 12-year-old Asian girl struggles between following her expected gender role and pursuing her masculine nature.
TRANNYMAL- USA, 2006
Almost everything you’ve ever wanted to know about tranny genitals. And these ones put on a show! Wickedly irreverent and relevant.
UNCLE MIKE- USA, 2006.
In this animated short, a young girl may not understand why Uncle Mike will soon become Aunt Michelle, but their love for each other stays the same.
THE RED DRESS- USA, 2007.
A woman honours friendship and life by fulfilling her transgender best friend’s last wish.

TRANS Documentaries-Don’t miss these short documentaries exploring notions of gender in contemporary society from around the world.
Sat15th March, 4pm ACMI Pit, ground floor.
BYE BYE BOOBIES- Australia, 2007.
In October 2007, Jeremy had chest surgery, encompassing the female-to-male transition he has been working towards for two years. Jeremy turns the camera on himself during his trip to Brisbane for surgery, giving a revealing insight into the medical and emotional journey of his rite of passage into manhood.
LETTERS FROM HOME- USA, 2005.
This video diary takes a sensitive look at family, identity and willful misperception through letters sent to transman Jayden from his family during his transition.
THE PERFECT MAN- Sweden/UK, 2007, Swedish with English subtitles.
Liam is a 21-year-old transgender man living in Sweden. We meet him as he embarks on months of hormone treatment, and see how his family and friends are coping with the changes.
SWIMSUIT- USA, 2006.
A powerful and evocative experimental documentary about a young person’s conflict between the desire to transition, and a passion for swimming for a women’s college team.
WHATEVER SUITS YOU- USA, 2006,
The filmmaker parallels the process of transforming a suit into a dress with all the physical, mental, and emotional processes of changing genders.