Exclusive Look at the Ominous 'Next Year' Trailer: A Glimpse into a Dystopian Future Where Homosexuality Is Forbidden
A chilling new trailer for the short film "Next Year" has given audiences a haunting glimpse into a near-future America where traditional values have become law, and homosexuality is outlawed. The film, written and directed by queer filmmaking duo Peter DiMario and Guto Barra, stars Jelani Alladin as Robert, a father whose husband has died in this oppressive society.
As the trailer unfolds, we see a world where queer people are banned from banks, targeted by police raids at gay bars, and subject to extreme surveillance by the government. "We all know when that asshole won," Robert says, his voice laced with despair, "we had no idea they were going to be this bad." The line is chillingly accurate, echoing the fears of many in the LGBTQ+ community who have long predicted a backlash against their rights.
The film's themes are timely and deeply personal, reflecting the challenges facing LGBTQ+ communities today. As the logline reads, "Next Year" serves as both a warning and a testament to the resilience of love in dark times. The trailer suggests that this is a film that will leave audiences on edge, grappling with the possibility of a future where love and identity are under attack.
Jelani Alladin, known for his roles in "Fellow Travelers" and "Tick, Tick... Boom!", brings a sense of vulnerability to the role of Robert. His co-stars, Zach Martens and Sherz Aletaha, add depth to the story, but it is Alladin's performance that will likely be most memorable.
The film has already been making waves on the festival circuit, with hopes of earning an Academy Award qualification for the live-action short film category. With its timely themes and powerful performances, "Next Year" is a must-see for anyone concerned about the future of LGBTQ+ rights.
As the world watches the trailer for "Next Year", one thing is clear: this is a film that will resonate deeply with audiences. Will we see a future like the one depicted in the trailer? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - this film is a powerful warning about the dangers of intolerance and hatred.
A chilling new trailer for the short film "Next Year" has given audiences a haunting glimpse into a near-future America where traditional values have become law, and homosexuality is outlawed. The film, written and directed by queer filmmaking duo Peter DiMario and Guto Barra, stars Jelani Alladin as Robert, a father whose husband has died in this oppressive society.
As the trailer unfolds, we see a world where queer people are banned from banks, targeted by police raids at gay bars, and subject to extreme surveillance by the government. "We all know when that asshole won," Robert says, his voice laced with despair, "we had no idea they were going to be this bad." The line is chillingly accurate, echoing the fears of many in the LGBTQ+ community who have long predicted a backlash against their rights.
The film's themes are timely and deeply personal, reflecting the challenges facing LGBTQ+ communities today. As the logline reads, "Next Year" serves as both a warning and a testament to the resilience of love in dark times. The trailer suggests that this is a film that will leave audiences on edge, grappling with the possibility of a future where love and identity are under attack.
Jelani Alladin, known for his roles in "Fellow Travelers" and "Tick, Tick... Boom!", brings a sense of vulnerability to the role of Robert. His co-stars, Zach Martens and Sherz Aletaha, add depth to the story, but it is Alladin's performance that will likely be most memorable.
The film has already been making waves on the festival circuit, with hopes of earning an Academy Award qualification for the live-action short film category. With its timely themes and powerful performances, "Next Year" is a must-see for anyone concerned about the future of LGBTQ+ rights.
As the world watches the trailer for "Next Year", one thing is clear: this is a film that will resonate deeply with audiences. Will we see a future like the one depicted in the trailer? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - this film is a powerful warning about the dangers of intolerance and hatred.
I mean, come on... another video that's just going to be all dark and depressing? Can't we get something a bit more uplifting for once? 
And what's with all these "must-see" warnings? It sounds like the people behind this film are trying way too hard to make it sound important. Newsflash: if you're making a movie about a dystopian future, that's not exactly newsworthy. 
And can we talk about how predictable this whole thing is? A future where homosexuality is forbidden... yeah, I've seen that in every bad sci-fi movie ever. 
How original.
The trailer for "Next Year" is giving me major "1984"-vibes 
. I'm not sure if we're heading towards a future where our freedoms are taken away, but it's super unsettling to see how easily queerness can be erased from society. Jelani Alladin is going to bring so much depth to the role of Robert 
. I love how the film is exploring themes of resilience and love in the face of oppression - we need more stories like this now more than ever 
. Can't wait to see it at the festivals and hope it gets some well-deserved recognition 
. One thing that's got me thinking, though - what does this say about our current world and where do we go from here? 
just saw the new trailer for "Next Year" and I'm already feeling the feels 
this flick looks super intense, shows some disturbing realities of what could happen if we don't stand up for our rights 
meanwhile, 47% of US teens report experiencing verbal harassment because of their sexual orientation 
it's times like these that make me wonder: are we prepared for a future where love is still under attack? 
let's keep pushing for equality and love will always prevail 
. But at the same time, I gotta give credit to Jelani Alladin for bringing so much vulnerability to his role - it's heartbreaking 
. And Sherz Aletaha as Robert's wife? Mind blown 
. This film is not only a warning but also a testament to the strength of our community and the power of love... let's keep spreading that love and hope 
, even in these dark times 
. so lets take a page out of Robert's book & remember to stay vigilant, support each other, and never give up on love 
. The way they're depicting a world where love and identity are being attacked is just so unsettling 
. It's like, we've been here before in history and we don't want to go back to that 
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. That being said, I do think the film sounds super impactful and timely - gotta give props to the creators for tackling tough stuff. And Jelani Alladin is an amazing actor 
they say "we all know when that asshole won" but who's winning here? our humanity, our rights, our love lives... 
jelani alladin is like the only hope for us right now 
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I mean, who needs all that "tolerance" and "surveillance"? It's overrated. A society that can't even accept its own diversity is basically dead to me. And honestly, the more queerbaiting movies like this one pop up, the more I think we need to rethink our values as a society 
... it's so unsettling to think that we might be headed down this road. I mean, I get why they're making this film, it's a way to highlight the importance of equality and acceptance. But at the same time, it's like, what if? What if this becomes our reality? 
but at the same time this film is so well done it's making me think about our rights and how they could be taken away from us. anyway i'm definitely keeping an eye on this film and hoping it wins some awards because we need more films like this to raise awareness about lgbtq+ issues 
IT'S CRAZY TO THINK THAT IN SOME KIND OF FUTURE AMERICA, HOMOSEXUALITY WOULD BE FORBIDDEN AND PEOPLE WOULD BE TREATED LIKE THIS 
THE THINGS THEY'RE SHOWING IN THE TRAILER ARE LIKE NIGHTMARES COME TRUE - POLICE RAIDS AT GAY BAR'S, SURVEILLANCE BY THE GOVERNMENT... IT'S JUST TOO MUCH 
. Like, I don't think it's a stretch to say that this future feels like we're already living in it 
. And can we talk about how eerie it is to see a future where queer people are treated like second-class citizens? It's like, we thought we made progress on this stuff 