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16. COVER STORY: FLIFF 2019

The Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF) returns for its 34th edition November 1-17. We interview Peter H. Chang about his film CUBA, which will open this year's Festival.

18. COVER STORY: FLIFF SPOTLIGHT FILMS

With more than 150 films being shown at FLiFF 2019, we spotlight 13 must-see films at this year's Festival.

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Before celebrating Halloween at SAVE's annual Ball, put on your sexiest costume and head over to TWIST for their annual Halloween Weekend.

Then continue the party on Thursday after SAVE's Voodoo Ball on Halloween night with DJ Aulden Brown and a costume contest with $500 in prizes at everybody's favorite hangout in South Beach where there is "Never a cover. Always a groove." Halloween is always a fun night in South Beach, so I hope you get a chance to enjoy it with your friends. Have a great time!

In Destinations, travel writer Joey Amato shares his experiences at Rhode Island Pride Fest and Providence, including some delectable dining and fun going out experiences. Rhode Island has a lot to offer with its beautiful coasts, impressive mansions in Newport, and changing colors of nature during fall. Finally, enjoy our photo pages of Hialeah Pride, OUTshine Film Festival Fort Lauderdale Edition, and the always uproarious Turnabout night at TWIST. See if you are in Wire Magazine's photos, and check out the fun had by everyone at these events!

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Our cover story previews the 34th Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF), returning with over 150 films and several great parties. We spotlight 13 must-see films at this year's Festival, preview what 2019 has in store for cinephiles, and interview CUBA Director Peter H. Chang about his film opening FLiFF in large format on the impressive Autonation IMAX screen. You can see the beautiful scenery of Cuba and its people like you have never seen them before.

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arkness falls across the land, and the witching hour is close at hand. That's right, it's almost Halloween! The other most wonderful time of the year when we get to let our crazy out, and the only judging going on is during the costume contest; which you'll win, of course.

If you're looking for some spine-tingling anthems to help get you in the mood for a night of fright, here are a few monster hits for your playlist. Some are fresh, some are classic, but all of them are sure to raise your "spirits." Happy Halloween!

"Beautiful Monster" (Craig Vanity Mashup) - Lady Gaga vs Ne-Yo She single-handedly made costumes a mandatory dress code year-round. So, it's only fair that we treat ourselves to a bit of Mother Monster's milk this time of year. As if it needed any improvement, Craig Vanity mashes this Gaga classic into a killer duet!

"Disturbia" (Jody Den Broeder Remix) - Rihanna No Halloween soundtrack is complete without this iconic anthem from RiRi! Throw the equally disturbing video onto your flat screen and you'll have all the boys in girls at the party losing their minds.

"Demons" - Hayley Kiyoko Like a flesh-eating zombie out of MJ's Thriller video, the 28-year-old has been slowly clawing her way to the top. Maybe this slithering synth-pop track is just what she needs to raise the body count on the dance floor.

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"Haunted Heart" - Christina Aguilera What's Halloween without a little soul? And Christina's voice was made for it! Her latest is raised from the new Addam's Family movie soundtrack and oozes with a hauntingly delicious throwback vibe as the only miss A can deliver.

"Heads Will Roll" - Yeah Yeah Yeah's A great club hit never gets old. Especially one about literally losing your head on the dance floor. This one is sure to get the queens living their best lives (or afterlives).

Just make sure you play it loud enough to wake the dead.

"I Put a Spell On You" - Sonique When Blues singer Jalacy "Screamin' Jay" Hawkins wrote this ballad back in 1956, he wanted to give it a chilling edge like no other song has had before. Little did he know it would become one of the most-covered Halloween classics for generations. This mix takes it straight to the dance floor.

"Self Control" (Boogie Hill Faders Remix) - Laura Branigan How can you not have this classic '80s track about "creatures of the night" in your Halloween rotation? Boogie Hill Faders' mix brings it back to the present without disturbing the beast within.

"She Wolf" (Saul Ruiz Remix) - Shakira The party's not over till the wolf lady sings!

The Latin-pop princess single-handedly brought sexy back to All Hallow's Eve when she unleashed this untamable classic onto the world, and it just gets better every year.

"Wrong Turn" - Kim Petras The LGBTQ's newest "it girl" has crept her way into ears, and now she wants to creep into our nightmares. Her latest oering is a sweet release of dark pop anthems perfectly brewed for the season of the witch. This particular track takes love gone bad to the next level.

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By Rafa Carvajal & Michael Bustamante

he Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, better known as FLiFF, returns for its 34th edition with more than 150 films, themed parties and, most important of all, excellent talent. The Festival will take place November 1-17 and will bring features, documentaries, and shorts with an impressive array of genres, including American Independent and foreign language, plus a couple of films from sunny Florida.

The Centerpiece Film on November 9 will feature the southeast premiere of Safe Spaces, with both its director Daniel Schechter and star Justin Long in attendance. The Closing Night Film will be From The Vine directed by Sean Cisterna. Both events are followed by great parties. For a full lineup of films and parties, and to purchase tickets, visit fli.com.

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Opening night will take place at the Museum of Discovery and Science with the South Florida premiere of the film CUBA on the impressive Autonation IMAX screen. According to FLIFF President and CEO Gregory von Hausch, "It's very exciting to have, for the first time ever, a partnership with the Museum of Discovery and Science, who like FLiFF, is synonymous with the city of Fort Lauderdale and enriches the community with culture and exceptional film."

Wire Magazine sat down with Director Peter H. Chang to further discuss his film CUBA, and FLiFF 2019.

Rafa Carvajal: Tell our readers what the film CUBA is about.

Peter H. Chang: The film is an immersive journey into a place little known to many. Through the eyes of Cubans, we experience some of the ambiance, character and spirit, ingenuity and resilience, passions and dreams of present-day Cuba. We also explore the island broadly to glean insights into its history, culture and ecology.

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PHC: I loved the films Buena Vista Social Club and Soy Cuba.

They made me want to explore Cuba and I think the best way to explore and learn about a place is to immerse yourself in it and make a film about it. Once I was in Cuba, I couldn't put my camera down.

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This is the first time Cuba has been captured in large format for giant screen/IMAX, the most cinematic and immersive theater experience there is. We crafted the film especially for IMAX and giant screens so audiences at FLiFF will be able to see the film the way it was meant to be seen at the Fort Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science's IMAX which is 80 feet wide and 60 feet high.

RC: Describe your film CUBA in 3 words.

PHC: Immersive, illuminating, inspiring.

RC: What are the most important themes explored in CUBA? PHC: Following one's passion, perseverance, exploring problem-solving in creative and ingenious ways, scientific discovery, and ocean conservation.

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An incredible true story of resistance. 1979, East Germany during the height of the Cold War. Two ordinary families yearning for freedom secretly form a great escape plan to get across to the West: with courage and ingenuity, they build a hot air balloon with small pieces of cloth for their eight family-members to fly over the border. But an initial failure threatens their entire plan, setting o a dangerous race against time for a second attempt, with the state police now hot on their heels.

Chasing The Jet Stream follows the pioneering adventure of Marc Hauser, a Swiss entrepreneur and motivational speaker who wants to become the first skydiver in the world jumping into a hurricane-force jet stream at 8,000 to 10,000 meters altitude.

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(Brazil, 2018) Director: Tiago Arakilian In Portuguese, with English subtitles At the age of 80, a retired judge decides to demolish the stability of his comfortable life and become the owner of a strip club.

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(Australia, 2018) Director: Ben Hackworth In English Hidden from the world at a crumbling estate in lush tropical Far North Queensland, Celeste anxiously reaches out to Jack, her late husband's son, inviting him to return to the languid, sprawling family home for her much-anticipated recital. Jack's reappearance after a long absence stirs up unsettling memories, pulling them both into a mutually precarious orbit.

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(Germany, 2018) Director: Wolfgang Groos In German with English subtitles Denis, a third-rate burglar who needs to pay his debts to some disagreeable crooks, breaks into the Austrian winter cottage of rich businessman and stroke patient, Raimund (screen veteran Heiner Lauterbach). It seemed like the perfect plan until a raging snowstorm hits the region just as Raimund's granddaughter Charlotte (Sonja Gerhardt) comes to visit, mistaking Denis for the new nurse. Without escape being an option, Denis decides to play along. What follows is an entertaining game of cat and mouse, where a suspicious Charlotte, her handicapped grandfather and the clever young man are unexpectedly forced to unite and put their resources to use.

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(U.S., Cuba, 2019) Director: Peter H. Chang In English CUBA tells the powerful story of a land preserved in time, yet poised on the cusp of dramatic change. The nation's vibrant culture, meticulously maintained colonial architecture, and pristine ecosystems provide a vivid window into the island's history and spirit. CUBA will transport audiences across breathtaking landscapes, under the ocean surface to iridescent reefs, and into streets throbbing with music and dance in the heart of Havana.

Through the eyes of Cuban artists, historians, and scientists, the film provides an intimate look at this vivacious island nation.

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(Argentina, 2019) Director: Gaspar Scheuer In Spanish with English subtitles Life certainly isn't easy for Delfín, an 11-year-old boy who lives alone with his father in the barren, muddy outskirts of a Buenos Aires province small town. But above all things, Delfín wants to participate in a Children's Orchestra that is being formed in a neighboring village. His aging music teacher taught him to play the French horn, and Delfín will do the impossible to show up for the audition. This will mean an adventure for him and also for his father.

FROM THE VINE

(Canada, Italy, 2019) Director: Sean Cisterna In English and Italian, with English subtitles From The Vine is the story of a downtrodden CEO experiencing a moral crisis that travels back to Italy to recalibrate his moral compass. He discovers a new life by reviving his Nonno's old vineyard, offering the small town of Acerenza a sustainable future and reconnecting with his family in the process. Combining magic realism and Italian neorealism, and set against the backdrop of wine country Italy, the film is about finding your roots in your family when you're at the bottom of the barrel.

FUNNY YOU NEVER KNEW (U.S., 2019) Director: Andrew Hunt In English

Comedians Fred Willard and Kevin Pollak re-discover three remarkable TV comics from the 1950s: Imogene Coca, George Gobel and Martha Raye, whose groundbreaking work was broadcast live. Thanks to recently unearthed kinescopes a new audience can enjoy vital and hilarious performances that have languished unseen for 60 years. #22 2019 WIREMAG.COM 19

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(Canada, 2018) Director: Francois Bouvier In Canadian French, with English subtitles In Montreal, at the beginning of the 20th century, a poor and uneducated mother of a family managed to get her family out of poverty by becoming a resounding folk singer. With the crisis of the '20s and '30s in the background and the first impetus for the fight for women's rights, the screenplay traces Mary Travers Bolduc's life, her dazzling career, her difficult marriage and her touching relationship with her daughter. Elder Denise, who played the piano on her mother's records and dreamed of becoming an actress in Hollywood.

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(Israel, 2019) Director: Jorge Weller In Hebrew, with English subtitles Tami is a widow in her 60's and Beno is a widower in his 70's. She is optimistic, always smiling, and still talking to her husband who has been dead for a few years already. Beno is tougher on the outside, but also still suffering from the loss of his wife. Tami and her husband were successful singers so now she lives comfortably in a beautiful retirement home. He, on the other hand, is finding it hard to pay the monthly rent. Notwithstanding their differences in lifestyle and personality, and their interfering offspring and neighbors, they eventually fall in love.

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eing a proud gay journalist, I've traveled to dozens of pride events around the world. From São Paulo to Nashville, I've seen just about everything. But, the one thing I had never seen was a night-time parade. That all changed in Providence. Yes… Providence, Rhode Island!

Just as the sunset over downtown Providence, the parade began, with floats decked out in lights, glitter and lots of colors. Hundreds of people marched in the parade, which continues to grow each year. From ages 5 to 75, the people of Rhode Island came out in full force to show their support for the LGBTQ community.

Some of the most memorable participants in tables. Thousands of people lined the street and partied to amazing music and a the parade included youth Pride and proud spectacular laser light show. I never would have known this type of event would take moms and dads who held signs offering free place in Providence. hugs.

Block parties are apparently a thing there, as the night prior, many of the other gay After the parade, it seemed like the entire bars in the city including Stable, Dark Lady, Alley Cat and The Eagle all threw block crowd headed to Ego, a nightclub that or- parties of their own during the weekend-long celebration. The Dark Lady/Alley Cat ganizes a massive block party every year, party was headlined by musical group Exposé, which brought me back to my teen ironically called Massive. This year, the cele- years. I may have shed a bit of a tear when they sang "I'll Never Get Over You," which bration was brought to new heights with DJ they dedicated to Chris Harris, one of the pillars of the Providence LGBTQ community Nina Flowers and Alex Acosta at the turn- who recently passed away and was an honorary grand marshall of the parade.

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I was thoroughly impressed by the scope and attendance of this Pride festivity called Illuminated Night Parade, part of Rhode Island Pride Fest. The over 2-hour parade dazzled spectators with dozens of floats from the traditional to over-the-top masterpieces, most notably the recreation of the Stonewall Inn, which closed out the parade.

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My host hotel for the weekend was the beautiful Omni Hotel and everywhere I turned there were rainbow flags, glitter and scores of LGBTQ people in the lobby gathering with friends. It was wonderful to see a city of its size have such a large celebration that brings in visitors from around the region.

I continued the Pride celebration at the official Rhode Island Pride drag brunch, which was held at The Graduate hotel. The festive brunch was hosted by Miss Gay Rhode Island 2019, Pulp and Mr. Gay Rhode Island 2019, Bret Jacob and featured performances by RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 4 alum Jasmine Masters, Jaqueline DiMera, Kira Stone, Onyx, Assa Sination, and Complete Destruction. A big shout out to Rhode Island Pride president Joe Lazzerini and his team for organizing a truly incredible festival.

In addition to being an extremely gay-friendly city, Providence also has a bustling foodie scene, so head to Yoleni's, a wonderful Greek-inspired eatery and market which serves delicious sandwiches, aromatic coffee and freshly squeezed juices. My favorite item on the menu was the authentic Greek yogurt, which is offered in a variety of flavors. You can also choose from over a dozen toppings. I, of course, opted for rainbow sprinkles.

PHOTO BY JOEY AMATO

Another restaurant worth visiting is Rosalina (Yoleni's sister restaurant). A truly authentic Italian experience, I was drawn to the Caprese salad prepared with burrata cheese, tomatoes, fresh basil and olive oil, with rolled slices of prosciutto de Parma. The cheese simply melts in your mouth and the pairing of the prosciutto is delectable. I could have Not too far away is Sarto, an Italian Osteria and Salumeria that offers a creative made this my meal. and modern take on rustic Italian fare. While there, I enjoyed the Pan Roasted Skate, which was served with Green Almond Salsa Verde, Charred Lemon and Riso Nero.

The skate was cooked perfectly, and the portion size was enough to feed two people.

Providence doesn't lack Italian eateries and the ones I had an opportunity to visit on this trip were unique and delicious.

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Since the focus of my trip was centered around Rhode Island Pride, I didn't have a ton of time to explore many of the city's neighborhoods and attractions like I normally do.

However, I did have a chance to visit the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, which was constructed to honor the 1,727 Rhode Islanders who gave their lives in the Civil War.

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There is so much more to explore in Providence as well as the rest of Rhode Island, so I guess that means I need to come back for an extended visit.

Enjoy the journey!

Joey Amato is the publisher of Pride Journeys, a website dedicated to LGBTQ travel.

Joey has spent over a decade in LGBTQ media and public relations and currently resides in Indianapolis, Indiana. He can be reached at joey@pridejourneys.com

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