Go Fish

A group of young lesbians navigates love, friendship, and career in Chicago. The film follows the intertwined lives of Max, a shy student, and Ely, a more outgoing musician, as they navigate their budding relationship and the complexities of their social circle. It explores themes of identity, community, and the search for meaningful connection within the queer community.

Go Fish was celebrated for its authentic portrayal of lesbian life and its independent spirit. Critics lauded its raw, naturalistic style and its focus on character development over conventional plot. While not a mainstream hit, it became a significant cult film within the LGBTQ+ community and a landmark in queer cinema.

• Praised for its honest and relatable depiction of lesbian relationships.

• Appreciated for its naturalistic dialogue and a focus on everyday life.

• Seen as a groundbreaking and important film for LGBTQ+ representation.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's authentic portrayal of lesbian experiences and relationships, finding it refreshing and relatable. Some viewers noted its independent film aesthetic and sometimes slow pacing, but the overall sentiment was positive regarding its honest storytelling.

Premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, where it garnered significant attention and awards within the independent film circuit. It also won the Audience Award at the Seattle International Film Festival.

The film was shot on a very low budget, with much of the dialogue and scenarios improvised by the actors, who were largely drawn from the lesbian community in Chicago.