It’s hard to believe it’s been that long, but our own TRANSLATIONS FILM FESTIVAL produced by Three Dollar Bill Cinema is celebrating its 19th year of producing terrific films, programs and events by and for Seattle’s transgender community and allies. And, for something different, for this year the festival has moved to June away from its usual early May slot to take advantage of all the Prideyness in the air! (Yes, I just made up that word!)
Festival 19 kicks off this Thursday, June 6th with virtual/web only screenings (which continue through Sunday, June 9th). Live/in-person events take place on Friday and Saturday, June 7th and 8th. Go to the website for schedules, passes and tickets!
https://threedollarbillcinema.org/translations
A message from the artistic director:
A message to our community from Festival Director Anto(n) Astudillo (they/he):
“I am very excited to present to you our 2024 program. This has been such a beautiful journey! Our Screening Committee included Trans+ film professionals and film enthusiasts from all over the country, a total of 32+ members watching every submission. We met every week to discuss films, inspired each time by the tremendous collective imagination of our Trans+ community!
This program of over 70 films we are sharing with you, is a celebration of our existence! It is also a testament to our infinite creativity and how far we have come despite continuing to live in a world full of challenges. Our vast creativity makes us unstoppable!
Last but not least, I would like to thank the numerous volunteers, including TDBC board members, who have been helping over the past 5 months with our festival, making it such a meaningful event. Without you, this would have not been possible! In particular, I would like to thank Margo Iñiguez Dawes, board member of Three Dollar Bill Cinema, and Trans+ ally, for helping me lead the way with such generous energy and immense love for the Queer and Trans community in Seattle.
Welcome to TRANS|Lations 2024“
TRANSlations is a hybrid film festival featuring unforgettable films and events that celebrate all things trans. Get pumped for a whole new slate of films that depict the array of trans experiences!
The festival streams virtually anywhere in the U.S and the world, June 6-9, 2024. We encourage you to also join us for in-person screenings and events on June 7-8, 2024.
In-person events are located primarily in the Columbia City neighborhood in South Seattle at Ark Lodge Cinemas and The Beacon Cinema, with additional screenings at Seattle Art Museum.
Tickets are now on sale!
Members get $3 off all festival tickets.
Not a member? Join here.
About the Author: Michael Strangeways
