Buried within the woods of Alberta, Canada sits camp fYrefly, a haven for LGBTQIA2S+ teens, far away from the fierce political battle currently being waged against queer expression and gender identity. Summer Qamp invites audiences into the innocence and joy of a summer away with friends, while never losing sight of the bravery of these young protagonists whose very existence is challenged in their normal lives.
Summer Qamp
- Jen Markowitz
- Canada
- 2023
- 80 mins
- Fri Jan 24
- 12:00 PM
- Showplace
- In-Person Only
Summer Qamp is a documentary following a group of LGBTQ+ youth at an idyllic lakeside camp in Alberta. The campers enjoy the traditional summer camp experience in a safe, affirming environment.
- English
- No Captions
- LGBTQI2SA+, Youth and Aging
About the Filmmaker
- Filmmaker: Jen Markowitz
- Producer: Tanya Blake
- Other Credits: Executive Producer: Alex Lieberman, Gary Lieberman, Michelle Mama
Jen Markowitz (Director) is a multi-award-winning television director, producer, and writer specializing in themes of queer normalcy, existence, and constancy. Throughout their career, Jen has built a reputation on prioritizing authenticity in their storytelling and pursuing narratives with a balance of tenacity and tenderness. Jen brings their passion for celebrating, protecting, and properly portraying queer and trans communities into their work with deep respect and relentless devotion. Summer Qamp is their first feature film.