In this inaugural episode of Spare a Thought, Tom chats with Berwyn Rowlands, Director of the Iris Prize, the world’s largest LGBTQ+ short film prize. Together, Berwyn and Tom discuss first cinema memories, delve into the origins of Iris, consider the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community, and reveal what’s in store for the upcoming Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival.

The Iris Prize LGBTQ+ Film Festival takes place between 8th - 13th October 2024.

To buy tickets to the festival, head to: https://irisprize.org/ 

Follow Iris Film Festival on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irisprize/

Watch trailers and films via their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@irisprize

Also, feel free to follow Tom via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparetom/