SUMMER QAMP

At an idyllic lake in Alberta, Canada, a group of LGBTQ+ youth find a traditional summer camp experience that welcomes them with open arms through its safe, identity-affirming environment. While many of the teenagers feel misunderstood and isolated in their daily lives, the camp allows them to discover a newfound sense of belonging and deepen their connections to themselves. Fresh off its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, Jen Markowitz’s heartwarming debut feature documentary is a joyous testament to the transformative power of community, especially crucial at a time when trans and nonbinary children have become the targets of discriminatory legislation across the country.