Ki Change – A Night of Queer Music Videos

ABOUT THE EVENT:

OTV and American Cinematheque are closing out Pride season with Ki Change, a vibrant celebration of intersectional artistry through the power of queer music videos. After the wild success of the program’s early showcase in Chicago this month, we’re bringing it to Los Angeles for a one-night-only event. Attendees will get an exclusive sneak peek of LGBTQ+ music videos, carefully curated by Emmy-nominated streaming platform, Open Television (OTV). This immersive screening blends film, music, and digital storytelling into an interactive experience. It’s a fantastic opportunity to discover new musicians, filmmakers, and storytellers who are pushing boundaries and using music videos to redefine media-making and genre-defying art. With curated playlists and a space for creators to connect, this isn’t just a showcase—it’s a celebration of music videos as transformative works of art.

ABOUT THE VIDEOS:

“Again,” Dir. Jasmin Taylor, 3 Mins

“Again” is a visual love letter to all women through the ages, exploring silence, selfhood, and the power of choosing again.

“CHAOS,” Dir. Brenden Smith and Kin Marie, 13 Mins

“CHAOS” explores how colorism and fatphobia blur the line between young Jasmine’s dreams and reality.

“Come Over,” Dir. Maggie Kubley and Sarah Minnie, 7 Mins

“Come Over” follows Lora as she scrambles to prepare for an unexpected booty call, only to be transported into a surreal world of sensuality and self-exploration, where the call becomes the last thing on her mind.

“emma,” Dir. Yna NA, 6 Mins

“emma” is a visual journey for hopeless romantics, capturing all the quintessential antics of love and relationships.

“I Said, No,” Dir. Angela Townsend, 4 Mins

“I Said, No” follows a young woman and her friends as they teach a young man to respect her boundaries.

“Nostalgic,” Dir. Ricardo Bouyett, 7 Mins

“Nostalgic” is a gay coming-of-age break-up story with a vibrant, technicolor twist.

“SIMULACRUM,” Dir. Reggie Davis, 3 Mins

“SIMULACRUM” is a virtual reality experience so immersive, the mind and body can’t tell the difference between the virtual and the real.

“Starter Kit,” Dir. Nina Tech and Kin Marie, 3 Mins

In “Starter Kit,” Good Nina meets her match as Bad Nina relentlessly sabotages all her plans.

“The Secret Life of Dandelions,” Dir. Roy Kinsey and J.A. Grimms, 8 Mins

“The Secret Life of Dandelions” is a song about resilience and about making it through tight spaces.

“too young,” Dir. jaxwillbejax, 4 Mins

“too young” transports you to a dream world where a wickedly delicious dessert becomes a surreal indulgence.

“Wanderlust,” Dir. jaxwillbejax, 4 Mins

Wanderlust follows a woman as she confronts her grief during a reflective drive through the streets of Chicago.

“Prodigy,” Dir. Jude Grant, 5 Mins

Jude Grant’s music film, featuring two songs from his album Protagony, delves into his journey of surrendering expectations around love and romance.

“Candy Girl,” Dir. Martin Levy, 3 Mins

“Candy” is a pop persona created by artist Martin Levy, and the video for her debut single “Candy Girl” celebrates the creative spirit and queer heart of the artist through a dynamic dance of shifting identities.

“Brand New Boy,” Dir. Brandon Markell Holmes, 4 Mins

“Brand New Boy” explores the exhilarating highs of fresh love and the joy of diving headfirst into a new relationship.

ABOUT OTV:

Open Television (OTV) is a non-profit streaming platform and media incubator for intersectional storytelling, with artists and their creative visions at the center. OTV’s mission is to transform the way film, television and entertainment industries support independent artists and communities marginalized by their race, gender, sexuality, class, disability or nationality Through intentional artist development and holistic community development the award-winning organization provides a network of care to identify, activate and mobilize the next generation of storytellers.