Friendship brings immense joy to our lives, offering a unique connection that's distinct from romantic or familial love and often shapes us in ways we don’t fully appreciate. By exploring different kinds of friendships across various generations and situations, we uncover aspects of ourselves that might otherwise remain hidden. This collection of films highlights the importance, complexity, and nuance of these relationships, tugging at the heartstrings as they tell powerful stories of connection and growth.

Programmer Biography - Rachel Barclay

Rachel has over a decade of professional experience connecting audiences with storytellers. With a focus on amplifying marginalized voices, she approaches work through a lens that prioritizes access from point of ideation to execution through exhibition. With a love and passion for film, Rachel spent years as a film programmer for festivals like the Toronto International Film Festival and Whistler Film Festival, discovering new voices and sharing important stories. Holding a Master of Arts in Media Studies and a Media Management Certificate from The New School, Rachel has spent the past two years producing short form content. Her experience spans media production, film programming, event coordination, community initiatives and driving social impact and accessibility for arts and non-profit organizations. Rachel’s work aims to promote inclusivity while providing quality deliverables and experiences to audiences.