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Lukas Haas and David Arquette star as two Santa Monica Boulevard street hustlers in this lyrical, sobering tale of self-respect and friendship amidst LA's seedy underworld of male prostitution. Harsh realism merges with dreamy romanticism and quirky humor in this compelling tragi-drama that features standout performances from the two leads.

Finding North
This comedy-drama begins on a bridge where a naked gay man contemplates jumping into the water. Witnessing the scene in a car is Rhonda, who thinks she's found her Mr Right. The man, Travis, instead disappears into the night leaving behind only a Hush Puppy for the dreamy Rhonda to take home. Fate brings them together again and in a whirlwind of events, the two are thrown together for a madcap trip to Travis' dead lover's hometown.

Gods and Monsters
In a performance that is nothing short of brilliant, Ian McKellen hypnotizes as gay film director James Whale. Winner of the 1999 Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, based on the book Father of Frankenstein by Christopher Bram. Includes a 30-minute making of documentary, narrated by Clive Barker.

Bedrooms and Hallways
A hilarious comedy about the tangled love affairs of a gay man. Failed romantic Leo is just hitting thirty. His kitschy roommate Darren only reminds him of what he's missing. So with nothing to lose, Leo joins a men's group to bond with his fellow males and get his mind off romance. However, the latter notion didn't account for sexy straight Irishman Brendan. But wait�is Brendan straight?

Full Speed (� Toute Vitesse)
Samir, a handsome teenager of Arab descent, becomes moody and alienated after his intensely close friend dies in an accident. He rediscovers happiness when he befriends Quentin, a writer flush with confidence after the success of his first novel. Samir falls violently in love with a tentatively accepting Quentin. But when Quentin wants to end the affair, Samir�s obsession disturbs the closeness and tranquility of their circle of friends.

Green Plaid Shirt
Back in 1978, everything seemed possible. For Philip and Guy, there was the thrill and exhilaration of first love. For their friends Devon, Jerry and Todd, life was still an open book with so many pages yet to be filled. But ten years later, all are gone except for Philip who is left alone, wondering what the hell happened. He tries to make sense of the joys and the sorrows as well as to chart a new direction for the future.

Velvet Goldmine
Glam rock superstar Brian Slade marries an intense American but falls in love with fellow rocker Curt Wild. At the height of his fame, he fakes his death. Now ten years later, a former fan/now reporter sets out to uncover the truth and reasons for his self-destruction. What makes the film memorable are the loud fashions, some good acting, high-energy music and intensely druggy images.

Body Without Soul
This controversial film provides a disturbing 'slap in the face' for all us happy homosexuals in the West. An unflinching portrait of life on the post-Soviet streets of Prague where young men find it all too easy to pick up extra money as porno models and hustlers. Director Wicktor Grodecki insinuates his camera into the hidden pain of a group of such young prostitutes and interviews one of the top Czech porn producers.

David Searching
A delightful feel-good comedy about the search for love and happiness. David is an idealistic New York filmmaker who shares his longing for men with his outspoken roommate Gwen. Serious dating eludes them while drunken one-night stands don't. Not to mention the 'coming and goings' in the low-rent apartment. Undeterred David continues his search for Mr Right while littering his romantic life with dates from Hell.

Raising Heroes
Josh and Paul are a successful young New York gay couple awaiting the outcome of a battle to adopt the orphaned four year-old child of Paul's late best friend. One day Josh walks in on a brutal mob hit, which is intended to look like a deli robbery. Becoming the sole witness, Josh himself becomes a target for Mafia Godfather Mr Nappi, who sees Josh as easy game. However, things don't quite go as planned...