66 Films LGBTQ documentary to premiere at 42nd Annual Miami Film Festival

The latest installment of the Emmy and Telly Award-winning documentary series Open Dialogues: Gen QueerZ will be screening at the 42nd Annual Miami Film Festival. Directed by Miami filmmaker Freddy Rodriguez and Produced by Art and Culture Center/Hollywood and 66 Films in association with Safe Schools South Florida, Gen QueerZ will be featured in the Homegrown Doc Block, celebrating the vibrant and diverse voices of our local LGBTQ+ community.

Event Details:
Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Bill Cosford Cinema, Coral Gables, FL

Open Dialogues: Gen QueerZ offers an intimate look at the lives of eight LGBTQ+ students from Generation Z in South Florida. In this thought-provoking film, these young voices share their personal experiences navigating the complexities of identity, acceptance, and allyship in an ever-evolving world. Their stories provide powerful insights into how the next generation is redefining queerness and fighting for their space in the world.

“Having Gen QueerZ included in the Homegrown Doc Block at the Miami Film Festival is incredibly meaningful,” says director Freddy Rodriguez. “This film gives voice to a new generation of queer youth, highlighting their courage and resilience. I’m honored to share their stories with the world.”

The Open Dialogues series has always sought to amplify underrepresented voices, and Gen QueerZ is no exception. This documentary is more than just a film—it’s a call for understanding, solidarity, and acceptance. The series has been praised for its raw, honest portrayal of the LGBTQ+ experience and its ability to foster empathy and connection across communities.

We invite you to join us for this important screening and stay for the discussion that will follow. Gen QueerZ offers not only a powerful cinematic experience but an opportunity to engage with the stories of the next generation of queer activists.

We can’t wait to see you there and share this unforgettable moment with our Miami community!

For more ticket information visit: https://miamifilmfestival.com/…/event/homegrown-doc-block/

About Filmmaker Freddy Rodriguez:

With a rich portfolio encompassing award-winning music videos, commercials, and compelling narrative & documentary shorts, Freddy Rodriguez stands as a luminary in Miami’s filmmaking community. His innovative work has earned him prestigious awards, including eight Suncoast EMMY® awards, seven TELLY® awards, and six Promax/BDA awards, spanning a career of over two decades.