Join writer-directors Leela Varghese and Emma Hough Hobbs, alongside moderator Nina Oyama (Deadloch), as they discuss the making of Australian animated sci-fi comedy, Lesbian Space Princess.

Daughter to the flamboyant lesbian Queens of Planet Clitopolis, introverted Princess Saira (Shabana Azeez, The Pitt) is devastated when her bounty-hunter girlfriend, Kiki (Bernie Van Tiel, Class of 07), breaks up with her for being too needy. But when Kiki’s kidnapped by the forgotten incels of the future, the Straight White Maliens (Aunty Donna), Saira must leave the comforts of gay space to save her.

Recipient of the prestigious Best LGBTIQ+ Feature Film Teddy Award at Berlinale in 2025, Lesbian Space Princess went on to win countless awards at festivals around the world and here at home. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to revisit the hilarious inter-gay-lactic adventure, while the creators offer live insights into their creative process and reflect on the international success of their debut feature.

Filmmakers Emma Hough-Hobbs and Leela Varghese in attendance for Live Commentary, moderated by Nina Oyama.

This event is part of the Pride in Film: Industry Development Series.

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