Outfest 2008, the 26th Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, kicks off this evening at downtown LA's historic Orpheum Theatre with a screening of Laurie Lynd's Breakfast with Scot, in which a straitlaced gay couple tries to handle an orphaned 11-year-old boy with a passion for feathered boas and rose hand cream. Adapted by Sean Reycraft from Michael Downing's novel, the Canadian comedy of mannerisms stars Tom Cavanagh and Ben Shenkman as the couple, and newcomer Noah Bernett as the drag queen in the making. A post-screening party will follow.
According to indieWIRE, the North American rights to Breakfast with Scot have been acquired by here! Films, the theatrical distribution and worldwide sales division of here! Networks. Their sister company, Regent Releasing, will open the film in the fall.
Outfest 2008 will showcase more than 200 films and videos from 25 countries, in addition to assorted panels, parties, and special events throughout the Los Angeles area. The festival runs until July 21.
More info at the festival's website.
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