This Short Film Perfectly Illustrates Lesbian Love and Loss

Female Connection is a new short film that shows that there is beauty in being vulnerable and putting yourself out there. The film (directed by Adrienne Levy and written by Liz Baxter, the first openly lesbian contestant on Love Connection) was inspired by a personal experience and tracks the build up and let down of a connection felt between an out lesbian and her questioning, heterosexual neighbor. 

"Female sexuality can be very complicated and "straight" women often find themselves having intimate connections with other women. It can be heartbreaking and confusing for everyone involved. But ultimately, when you are living authentically, life moves on and the heartbreak is temporary," Baxter said.

When Liz and Kylie (played by Tennile Goosic) first meet, there is an undeniable attraction between them. Their chemistry and connection play out to the emotional track of "Stay a Little Longer" by Lost Boy Crow. 

Female Connection will screen at the Florence Queer Festival (Oct 2-7) in Italy and at the Barcelona International LGBTQ Film Festival (Oct 18-28).