Jacquie Lawrence

During Summer 2000, the mayor of the Greek island of Lesbos tried to ban 26 lesbians from arriving on a package holiday from the UK; but he ended up biting off more than he could chew. This programme follows the love, lust and laughs over the course of their holiday as the women drink, dance and snog their way around the island. Despite being shadowed by the papparazi and some negative islanders, nothing can stop our women from fighting for their right to party.

What do you picture when you think of King’s Road? The swinging 60s? Vivienne Westwood pioneering punk fashion? One notable establishment in this enclave of history that’s often forgotten about is Gateways, London’s longest-surviving lesbian club. Alongside a host of its patrons over the years, Sandi Toksvig highlights the legacy of the club from its original owner, who won it in a poker game, to its blossoming into a hotspot and safe space for lesbian life. From its signature green door to the risqué dance move that gives this film its name, Gateways was a crucial part of London’s queer history. In this charming and informative film, it’s celebrated in all its glory.

A young, bare-knuckle boxer Craig moves from Blackpool to London, where he falls for a twenty-something music producer, Matt. Trouble ensues when shy, awkward Craig tries squeezing into Matt's glib lifestyle and Matt's scheming boss tries to break up the couple.

A father and son set up a firm of bailiffs to seize the property of poll-tax dodgers.

A group of approximately 30 lesbians take a holiday in Sitges, Spain, enjoying sun, sea, and social life along the Mediterranean coast. The documentary captures their days at the beach, nights out in bars and clubs, and moments of conversation, laughter, and friendship. Through candid footage, it presents a snapshot of lesbian travel culture and community in the early 2000s, highlighting camaraderie, leisure, and personal freedom. The film emphasizes group dynamics, playful interactions, and the joy of gathering in a warm, scenic location. Rather than focusing on activism or personal struggle, it celebrates visibility, connection, and the pleasures of shared experiences. Sitges itself becomes a character, providing a vibrant backdrop that frames the holiday and social rituals.

A candid and intimate film following the eventful life of activist, publisher, and creator of diversity awards, Linda Riley. Combining interviews with fly-on-the-wall filming gives an insight into the 'Head Lesbian of the World' as she navigates the world of celebrity and politics.

Short from 1994.

A one-hour doc-u-soap about London lesbians, close -up and intimate with the outrageous lipstick lesbian scene in Englands capital. Women loving women can be glamorous and glorious. From girlie bars to strip joints across London Following characters including erotic dancers and gay girls about town.

Sixteen lesbians, aged from 50 to 80, living in various parts of Britain and from different races, classes and backgrounds, talk about their lives and experiences of being lesbians.

Follows the day-to-day experiences of a deaf woman, as she encounters the hearing world.

The story of two miners' wives who met and fell in love during the 1984 miners' strike. It provides a humorous and candid view of repression and freedom. With voice-over narration and considerable use of amateur film.