Lesbian Lines

In Cara Holmes’ second documentary Lesbian Lines, Holmes captures with signature artistic flourish the stories and experiences of volunteer workers in 1970s-1990s Ireland, who helped save the lives of thousands of women. This unique reflection on Ireland’s dyke history knits together a tapestry of first-hand recollections and anonymous stories recorded solely in logbooks, and listened to from dingy offices, bathrooms and shared community spaces across Dublin, Cork, Belfast and Galway. The film palpably portrays a time when an underground movement felt knitted together by tactile, life-saving objects. These objects hold all the more gravity due to their sharp contrast with today's modes of connection. Reminding us that each generation's history is delicate and worthy of documentation, remembrance and celebration. 

Rich with candid interviews and visually sumptuous recreations of callers’ stories. What will move you endlessly is the indomitable spirit of the volunteers themselves - rebellious, quick-witted, flirtatious, cheeky and full of endless compassion and wisdom for the community they love and live for. Prepare to fall in love with them all.

Director: Cara Holmes

Producer: Evan Horan

Ireland / 2026

1h 17m

Story Drive: Voices Unveiled Pre feature short

Story Drive is a community project inviting anonymous callers to leave voicemails sharing their thoughts, stories, and dreams. This hybrid documentary assembles four eclectic animators to bring raw, real-life LGBTQIA+ voicemails to screen, in otherworldly, whimsical, and experimental ways.

Marcelese Cooper / USA / 2026 / 15m

Producers: Louisa Arseneau, Luzzo, Annalise Breaux, Cassie Ferrick, Humza Syed

Proudly supported by Dublin Lesbian Line