The Roze Filmpicks by Annefleur Schipper
Which trailers from the Roze Filmdagen 2026 programme pique the interest of this journalist and program maker?
Annefleur Schipper (she/her) is a journalist and podcast- and program maker. She is famous for the podcast De Lesbische Liga, in which she talks about different queer themes with radio-DJ Vera Siemons and a varied list of guests since 2020. The podcast has won the Podcast Award (2021), the Winq Media Award (2024) and the Bob Angelo Star of the Future (2025). In addition, here at Roze Filmdagen in the series Queer Film Confessions, she draws out juicy confessions from well-known queer role models about sexuality, identity and... film, of course! We asked her which trailers inspire her.
Discover them here:
"For all those idiots who claim that queerness is being 'shoved down our throats', I’d like to make watching this wonderful nature documentary compulsory. This is the biology lesson you never had, but always longed for. And to top it all off, it features Elliot Page’s magnificent voice as the narrator; what more could you want?"
A fun and educational look at how nature is... natural?
Monday the 23rd of March 16:00 | Ketelhuis 3 > Tickets
About the documentary:
In this hilarious, heartening and educational romp, narrator and co-producer Elliot Page takes us through the animal kingdom. We get to meet brave scientists fighting censorship, as they reveal the truth about nature.
However loud the propagandists may declare that homosexuality and gender diversity are ‘unnatural’, this documentary shows that they never really took a closer look at nature.
Using interviews, animations, and (of course!) a healthy dose of animal footage, this amazing documentary thoroughly takes apart the heteronormative and binary view of nature and shows its true diversity.
This screening is sponsored by: Dierenbescherming
"A witty film with a brilliant cast, it explores different generations of LGBTQIA+ people, rewrites history, and makes you want to book a holiday to Korea more and more. Be warned!"
A heartwarming lesbian/queer comedy about sticking to your ideals
Sunday the 29th of March 16:00 | Ketelhuis 3 > Tickets
About the film:
For twenty years, feisty and outspoken Manok has run a lesbian bar in Seoul. Recently, she has started clashing with the younger generation of activists and customers, who aren’t spending enough at her bar, and do not respect the battles she fought in previous decades. The young ones, in their turn, find her bar and attitude a bit stuffy and old-fashioned.
After yet another fight, she moves to the rural village where she has just inherited her mother’s house. Here, new challenges arise: she never came out of the closet there, and her bitter ex-husband is the mayor. Manok dives into a campaign headfirst and sets out to change the village forever.
"We all miss Heartstopper, but the South African film Black Burns Fast is the answer! This film is about longing, daring to take up space, queer joy and the courage to be yourself. Black Burns Fast also reaffirms that an all-girls school is the ultimate lesbian dream."
Delightful coming-of-age story from South Africa
Friday the 27th of March 16:00 | Ketelhuis 2 > Tickets
About the film:
Seventeen-year-old, adorkable Luthando expects a fairly ordinary academic year until the arrival of Ayanda turns her world upside down. In the aftermath of this encounter, Luthando is forced to navigate multiple identities as she struggles to avoid rejection from both her mother and her schoolmates, while coming to terms with her sexuality.
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Co-presenter: DBUFF
"One of the must-sees at this film festival and winner of the Queer Palme d'Or! With a gentle eye, we follow the adventurous and courageous spirit of Fatima, who slowly but surely grows more confident in her own skin and tries to reconcile her various identities. There’s also plenty of BDE in this film – and by that I mean Big Dyke Energy – which is brilliant. Director Hafsia Herzi has created a beautiful adaptation of the autobiographical novel of the same name by Fatima Daas."
The youngest daughter struggles to balance her identity with family, in this prize winning drama
Sunday the 22nd of March 16:00 | Ketelhuis 1 > Tickets
Thursday the 26th of March 21:00 | Ketelhuis 2 > Tickets
About the film:
Fatima, 17, the youngest of three daughters, treads carefully as she searches for her own path, grappling with emerging desires, her attraction to women, and her loyalty to her caring French-Algerian family.
Starting university in Paris, she dates, makes friends, and explores a whole new world, all while confronting a timeless and heartrending dilemma: How can one stay true to oneself when reconciling different parts of one’s identity feels impossible?
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Co-presenter: Tapis Rouge Frans Filmfestival
"No one makes a queer coming-of-age film quite like the Belgians, and now there’s finally one about queer women! Extra kudos for the nostalgic, summery cinematography, which at times brings to mind Lukas Dhont’s Close. Phenomenally acted by young actress Femke Vanhoce, who, with her captivating gaze, says more than a fully written script ever could. And everyone knows that a lesbian loves a good look, so that’s all you need to know. Go and watch it!"
Beautiful story about how confusing new feelings can upset sibling relations
Sunday the 22nd of March 13:30 | Ketelhuis 3 > Tickets
About the film:
As shy yet determined 15-year old Malou finds freedom in competitive rowing, she is being bullied by her teammates, and at home, her parents' divorce isn't helping.
The only one she can really rely on is her brother Max, until Nouria arrives in town, with whom she feels an instant connection. However, Nouria develops feelings for Malou´s brother Max.
Caught between desire and friendship, Malou has to face her true self, even if it may be at the expense of her brother.
Try to convince the authorities that your love for your wife is real...
Thursday the 26th of March 18:30 | Ketelhuis 1 > Tickets
About the film:
In three months, Céline's wife Nadia will give birth to their daughter. To be a lawful mother, Céline must adopt her baby to be recognised by French law as the child’s mother. To this end, she must gather 15 letters from family and friends who will testify that she will be a good mother to her daughter.
A touching portrait of queer motherhood and the barriers it faces, intriguingly told from the perspective of the non-pregnant woman in the final trimester of pregnancy.
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Following this screening, there will be a discussion with Jasmijn Hattinga Verschure from rainbow parenthood foundation 'Meer dan Gewenst'.
When it's time to say goodbye, Laurie confesses her long-cherished feelings.
This short film is part of the shorts-programme Getting It On.
When Paula reunites with her high school crush, they embark on a wild road trip
Monday the 23rd of March 21:00 | Ketelhuis 2 > Tickets
About the film:
Paula returns to her hometown after moving away and unexpectedly runs into her high school crush, Sloane. They decide to explore the connection they never could before.
After a confrontation with her mother, Paula wants to go back to California, and Sloane decides to join her, seeing it as an escape from their small town. Together, they embark on a cross-country journey from the Midwest, yet the road is anything but smooth.
Face the facts, one story at a time
Sunday the 29th of March 13:30 | Ketelhuis 2 > Tickets
This is a shorts-programme
Discover the selection short films in this programme by clicking on the links above.