b'DAY SPONSORED BY: FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025DOCUMENTARY SPOTLIGHT STATE OF FIRSTS CO-PRESENTED BYFRIDAY, AUG 223:00PMThis powerful documentary follows Sarah McBrides historic run to become the first openly transgender member of Congress. As she balances activism with the realities of electoral politics, her bittersweet victorycoinciding with Donald Trumps returnthrusts her into a sharply divided nation and a hostile political environment.Soon after taking office, Sarah is banned by MAGA Republicans from using Capitol restrooms, igniting national outrage, and underscoring the growing threats to trans rights. Despite attacks and public misgendering, one of which goes viral when she pushes backSarah forges ahead with determination. The film leaves her on the doorstep of her new job, facing high-stakes decisions under the pressure of the national spotlight.Director: Chase JoyntRun Time: 93 minCountry: USASHOWN WITHGRACEDetermined to impress a record executive, Grace Gordon, a resilient trans singer, performs at a Los Angeles nightclub in pursuit of making it big during the vibrant 80s music scene.Director: Alexandra GreyRun Time: 19 minCountry: USA 25 THANNUAL LGBTQ FILM FESTIVAL 25'