QCinema is Fort Worth's source for the best in gay and lesbian film. Must be a Fort Worth premiere. Our mission is to provide a voice for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons by presenting films, videos and live programs that not only represent the diversity of our community but educate, enlighten and entertain us all.
Founded in 1998 by Shawn A. Moore and Todd Camp, QCinema’s early origins included occasional community screenings and a film discussion group at Texas Christian University before Moore suggested that it be expanded into a full-fledged, four-day festival in July of 1999. It has since evolved to become the presenter of a year-round series of events including monthly film screenings, live programs, and fundraisers and, of course, our annual film festival, now in its 21st year. Q Cinema is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization.
What started out as an annual film festival has expanded into year-round events with an inclusive spirit that takes in all facets of the LGBTQ community. The film series, primarily at The Modern Museum of Fort Worth, is known not merely for the films themselves, but also as a gathering place and rallying point for Tarrant County’s gay culture.
Q Cinema has premiered dozens of new films for Texas audiences, presenting the premieres of Trick, But I'm a Cheerleader, G.B.F., Gayby, All Over the Guy, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Notorious C.H.O., Wave Babes, Cowboys and Angels, Adam and Steve, The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life of Ethan Green, The Gymnast, Truths & Transformation, Funkytown, Morgan, Crazy Bitches, Kiss Me and Birthday Cake to name a few.

Founder's Award, $500
Audience Choice Award, $500
Best of the Fest Award, $500
Best Drama Film
Best Documentary
Best Comedy
Best First Film
Best Short Film
3-5 official selections will receive travel and/or hotel

Must include prevalent LGBTQ theme or prevalent LGBTQ character. Must be a Fort Worth, Texas premier. Language must be English or have English subtitles. Must not be released online or otherwise before our festival.
Liability: Although every care will be taken with your discs and prints while in our possession, we cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage. Entry into the Festival constitutes agreement with all Festival guidelines and rules, and implies permission to exhibit work during the Festival and to use press kit images and ad copy in Festival advertising. Indemnification and Legal Jargon By submitting your film ("Picture"), you warrant 1) that you have the full right, power, and authority to grant Q Cinema ("Sponsor") the right to exhibit the Picture to the public; 2) that you have all necessary rights in and to the literary and musical material upon which the Picture is based or which are used therein, and any other rights necessary for the Sponsor to exhibit the film to the public; 3) neither the Picture nor any part thereof violates or infringes any trademark, trade name, contract, agreement, copyright, or right of privacy or "moral rights of authors," or any law or regulation or other right whatsoever, or defames any person or other entity. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless QCinema ("Sponsor") from and against any and all liability, loss, cost and expense including, but not limited to, attorney's fees and court costs occasioned by your breach of any of the aforementioned warranties, or for any claim arising out of loss or damage to the work.

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  • Mat Hayes

    Kathryn was the SWEETEST to deal with. I am so honored to have been a part of this festival and to have WON beset short! So thankful to have been able to be screened in the Forth Worth market! :)

    October 2019
  • A wonderful festival. Great at communication with the filmmaker. An overall fantastic experience having our film screened with QCinema.

    January 2019
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Matthew!

  • Nickson Cheng

    My experience with the organiser of QCinema is great!

    October 2018
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Nickson!

  • Mac Arellano

    An amazing festival, great staff and very well organized! so much fun!

    October 2018
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you! It was so great meeting you.

  • Terry Aderholt

    Had a wonderful time at this festival, which had great venues and attentive staff.

    October 2018
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Terry!