Since its inception, the Lab has supported 22 queer writer-directors from South Asia and its diaspora, with projects advancing through development and into international labs and markets.
Alumni work has screened at leading festivals including BFI Flare, Frameline, and Iris Prize, with past fellows also selected for programmes such as TorinoFilmLab (Green Narratives), Genre Film Lab, Creative Asia (Busan International Film Festival), and WAVES Film Bazaar Co-Production Market.
In 2026, the Lab expands into Southeast Asia, further amplifying diverse voices and strengthening regional exchange.
what the lab offers
The QueerFrames Screenwriting Lab connects emerging writer-directors with leading industry mentors, offering guidance on craft, storytelling, and navigating careers in film. It provides rigorous script development for fiction feature films, alongside input from leading filmmakers and access to film markets and industry networks. The programme fosters a cohort-based creative community grounded in peer exchange and shared learning.
The Lab invests in fellows, not just their projects, supporting their creative and professional growth beyond the programme itself. This includes ongoing access to initiatives such as tailored consultations with industry experts, short film and proof-of-concept funding, pitch training, market exposure, and further development opportunities.
Our approach. From vision to reality.
We oversee every aspect of your interior design project — from initial concept to final installation. Our team delivers tailored design solutions, guides you through each decision with clarity, and manages every detail’s sourcing, purchasing, and installation. We collaborate closely with trusted industry partners — contractors, millworkers, wallpaper installers, carpet specialists, workrooms, and art consultants — to ensure your space is beautifully and seamlessly brought to life.
LAB HIGHLIGHTS
Clear steps. Thoughtful rhythm.
Collaborative flow.
We integrate all processes, oversee the team, and make key decisions to ensure the timeline and budget are seamlessly executed.
01Masterclasses & Industry Insights
Michael Lehmann (USA), Claire Chassagne (France) Focused sessions on directing, storytelling, and international co-production practice with leading global filmmakers and industry voices.
02Residency & Creative Development
Goa (2025)
An in-person residency dedicated to intensive script development, peer exchange, and collaborative creative work in a focused setting.
03Networks & Global Exposure
European Film Market (2025) + Online Sessions Industry access and global perspectives through a delegation to EFM and online sessions with Tricia Tuttle, Vikramaditya Motwane, and Nida Manzoor.
2023 cohort reception hosted by french institute india
GOA RESIDENCY 2025
Mentors
The QueerFrames Screenwriting Lab has engaged an esteemed network of mentors and industry leaders, including
The QueerFrames Screenwriting Lab has engaged an esteemed network of mentors and industry leaders, including
Awards & Recognition
Recognition that reflects our purpose
When our work is honored or featured in leading publications, it reflects the creativity, care, and collaboration at the heart of Minnaro. These recognitions speak not just to aesthetics, but to the spaces that truly connect with our clients and the architectural community alike.