QVEERFOLKS announces first three LGBTQIA+ film and series projects, starting with A24's Club Kid

Thai film studio FEARFOLKS is expanding into LGBTQIA+ cinema with the launch of QVEERFOLKS, a new film label dedicated to bringing a wider range of queer stories to Thai audiences. The announcement was made during the 365 Days of Fear: FEARFOLKS 2027 Line-Up Press Con, where CEO Hans Audric Estialbo also presented the studio's plans for 2027.

Known for its focus on horror and thriller productions, FEARFOLKS is now extending its catalogue with three projects spanning comedy, drama, mystery and Boys' Love.

The first title in the line-up is Club Kid, a comedy-drama selected for the 2026 Cannes Film Festival and distributed by A24. The film marks the feature directorial debut of Jordan Firstman, who also wrote the screenplay and stars in the leading role. Set in New York's nightlife scene, the story follows a party-loving club promoter whose life takes an unexpected turn when a 10-year-old boy appears and reveals that he is his son, a child he never knew existed. The cast also includes Reggie Absolom, Cara Delevingne and Kirby Howell-Baptiste.

Club Kid will have special screenings in Thailand from November 19 to 25, 2026, with a commemorative gift for every ticket holder. Its nationwide theatrical release is scheduled for November 26.

The second title, Black Church Bay, is a British mystery drama set in a quiet fishing village on the Welsh coast. The story explores a complicated relationship and the secrets surrounding a young teacher and his student, raising questions about identity, relationships and the consequences of personal choices. The film stars Tom Cullen, alongside Joe Locke, known for his role in Heartstopper, and Marley Siu. It is the feature directorial debut of Rhys Marc Jones and was selected for several international film festivals in 2026, including the Zurich Film Festival, Busan International Film Festival and BFI London Film Festival. A Thai theatrical release is expected soon.

Completing the initial line-up is an untitled Boys' Love series developed in collaboration with Vidhya Studio, an AI-focused creative studio under Benetone Films. The project will use a hybrid production approach, combining traditional filmmaking techniques with AI technology in visual creation and content production, while retaining live actors as a central part of the series. Piyanuch Sridonphai, General Manager of Vidhya Studio, and Suttorn Angkwanit, the series creator, are also involved in its development. Further details have yet to be announced.

With these three projects, QVEERFOLKS aims to explore LGBTQIA+ stories across different genres and formats, from independent-style comedy-drama and mystery to series production incorporating emerging technology. The new label marks a move beyond FEARFOLKS' established horror and thriller catalogue, opening the studio to a broader range of storytelling.

Further announcements, including release dates and additional project details, are expected through FEARFOLKS and QVEERFOLKS' official social media channels.