Charles Lum, aka clublum, received his MFA in Photography from the School of The Art Institute of Chicago after 25 years scouting & managing film locations. His short videos have screened internationally in museum, art and film venues.

Todd Verow made his feature film debut with FRISK in 1996. He has directed over 30 features and numerous shorts, establishing himself as the most prolific auteur emeritus of the New Queer Cinema.

Charles & Todd also co-directed the feature documentaries AGE OF CONSENT and SEX & The Silver Gays. Their short films have become instant festival favorites, including  TOM’s Gift, been too long at the FAIR, Secret Santa SEX Party, and BLOW JOB 2017.

Charles Lum sadly passed away last year and is deeply missed by the festival community he was an integral part of.