Loading Docs: Queer Selfies

Coming out is one thing, coming home another. Home is a complex concept to anyone of an 'alternative' sexuality, with its connotations of place, identity and security.

In this film, a diverse range of the queer community talk to a self-operated camera about their personal experiences; sharing stories that are moving, humorous and compelling.

Robyn Paterson: Director

Robyn Paterson's most recent documentary feature Finding Mercy is still screening widely internationally and was a finalist in this year's Rialto Channel NZ Film Awards. Her experience is primarily in broadcast television where she has produced, written and directed across a range of genres (most recently for factual series Attitude, TV1).

Robyn Paterson and Paula Boock.

Robyn's first job in television was as a presenter/director for Queer Nation and she has made two short comedies (Straight Hike for the Butch Dyke and Disposable) that each won several awards at high profile international queer film festivals (Canada, Australia, USA and NZ).

Straight Hike for the Butch Dyke was also purchased and screened by MTV Network's Logo Channel in USA.

Paula Boock: Producer

Paula Boock is a writer and producer with thirteen years experience in broadcast television. She is a co-owner of Lippy Pictures and has, with business partner Donna Malane, written and produced a number of award-winning tele-features, such as Until Proven Innocent, Tangiwai, Field Punishment No.1 (forthcoming) and the docudrama Pirates of the Airwaves.

Filmmaker Statement:

"As two individuals who have worked in the film and television industry for a decade or more, we're excited to be taking part in this forward-looking initiative which is an opportunity to explore new platforms and distribution methods. As a couple, it's also an exciting opportunity to bring our skills together on a project for the first time."

Filming Location: Big Gay Out, Auckland

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