Queer cinema is so much more than the few movies you hear about during awards season. Most films that fall under this category are actually independent efforts, and often only shown on the LGBT film festival circuit. So, where exactly can you watch these movies? As it turns out, most big cities do have such a festival (if not more than one), including in countries that have been historically conservative when it comes to LGBT people and issues.
Intrigued? Check out this gallery, based on dates from "The Big Queer Film Festival List," to discover a festival near you.