A Different Kind of Love (2025)

Canadian QUEER history in the making. A celebration of highlights from North America's FIRST WorldPride that took place in Toronto 2014. Through candid interviews and captivating footage, the film celebrates diversity and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. From insightful conversations with Pride Toronto's Executive Director Kevin Beaulieu to perspectives of prominent Canadian politicians including Glen Murray, John Tory, Olivia Chow, and Kathleen Wynne, the documentary offers a multifaceted look at the significance of WorldPride.

Director - Mark Tara

Director - Mark Tara

Director Biography - Mark Tara

Mark Tara is a trailblazing recording artist and podcast creator celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to the LGBTQ+ community.

His debut single "Different Love" soared to #17 in Southern Ontario radio charts, captivating audiences with its infectious beats and empowering message of diversity and acceptance. As the host of the nationally syndicated gay radio show, "Rainbow Country," Mark has established himself as a leading voice in the LGBTQ+ podcasting sphere, earning the distinction of being a #1 LGBT Canadian podcast.

With his music and podcast, Mark Tara continues to uplift and inspire listeners across the nation, leaving an indelible mark on both the music industry and the realm of LGBTQ+ advocacy.

Please tell us your motivation for making your film:

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of North America's WorldPride.

What are the themes and central messages you wanted to convey with your submission?:

To recognize history.

Please list ANY possible CONTENT / TRIGGER Warnings:

Police in Pride.

Credits:

Mark Tara

Director

Mark Tara

Producer

Kevin Beaulieu Beaulieu

Key Cast

"Executive Director, Pride Toronto"

Mychol Scully

Key Cast

"General Manager Church-Wellesley Village BIA"

Rev. Dr. Brent Hawkes

Key Cast

"Canadian Clergyman & Gay Rights Activist"

Pearl Van Geest

Key Cast

"Kiss Up"

Santiago Santiago Fernandez-Concha

Key Cast

"Raise The Pride - Tweet Flag"

Patrick Schroen

Key Cast

"Raise The Pride - Tweet Flag"

Laura Krahn

Key Cast

"DYKE MARCH"

Dallas Barnes

Key Cast

"DYKE MARCH"

Susan Gapka

Key Cast

"TRANS MARCH - Trans Activist"

Lorraine Segato

Key Cast

"The Parachute Club"

Barry Harris

Key Cast

"Kon Kan"

Tom Robinson

Key Cast

"Musician"

Glen Murray

Key Cast

"Politician"

John Tory

Key Cast

"Politician"

Olivia Chow

Key Cast

"Politician"

Kathleen Wynne

Key Cast

"Politician"

Ken Kenigma

Crew

Camera Work

Kate Ashley

Crew

Camera Work

Rob Hutton

Crew

Camera Work

Mark Tara

Crew

Camera Work

Mark Tara

Music

A Different Kind Of Love

Barry Harris

Music

KON KAN - I Beg Your Pardon

Lorraine Segato

Music

THE PARACHUTE CLUB - Rise up

Tom Robinson

Music

Sing If Your Glad To Be Gay

Specs:

Project Type:

Documentary

Runtime:

31 minutes 51 seconds

Completion Date:

April 8, 2024

Country of Origin:

Canada

Country of Filming:

Canada

Language:

English

Shooting Format:

Digital

Aspect Ratio:

16:9

Film Color:

Color

First-time Filmmaker:

Yes

Student Project:

No