About the Author

Nicole Conn – Writer | Director | Editor | Mother | Author

Nicole Conn

Nicole Conn is a visionary filmmaker, novelist, and storyteller whose work has redefined LGBTQ+ cinema and resonated with audiences worldwide. Known for her emotionally charged narratives and groundbreaking projects, Conn’s career spans decades of critically acclaimed films, novels, and innovative media ventures.

In 2023, she created Coming Out For Love, the first-ever U.S. LGBTQ+ dating competition show, further solidifying her role as a pioneer in queer storytelling. The show is available exclusively through www.comingoutforlove.com

Nicole Conn’s Films

Nicole Conn’s body of work includes multiple award-winning films that have shaped LGBTQ+ cinema and storytelling.

More Beautiful For Having Been Broken (2020) – Inspired by her son Nicholas, this heartfelt film won over 30 Best Film awards and was hailed by The Advocate as “her most personal film yet

Elena Undone (2010) – A groundbreaking romance film celebrated for featuring the longest on-screen kiss in cinema history.

A Perfect Ending (2012) – A best-selling LGBTQ+ film, with a sneak peek garnering over 117 million views.

SHE4ME (2014) – A short film supporting marriage equality, sponsored by Marriage Equality USA. Set to Jen Foster’s song “She,” it became a viral sensation with nearly 3 million views by 2018. It won the Community Award (2015) and Music Video of the Year (OutMusic).

little man (2005) – A deeply personal documentary chronicling her son’s premature birth, winning 12 Best Documentary awards and several community impact honors.

Claire of the Moon (1993) – A cult classic that helped pave the way for lesbian cinema. The film continues to reach new audiences with 10 & 20-year feature re-releases. It also inspired a novelization (15th reprint), a making-of documentary (MOMENTS – The Making of Claire of the Moon), soundtracks, and merchandise.

Blue Love Dance – A CineRomance (2025) – A highly anticipated upcoming release.

Upcoming Projects

Nicole Conn is actively working on several new projects, including:

Do We Not Grieve (Feature Film)
Descending Thirds (Episodic Adaptation – March 2025)

Achievements

Nicole Conn’s contributions to filmmaking, literature, and LGBTQ+ advocacy have earned her recognition as a groundbreaking artist and storyteller.

LGBTQ+ Cinema Trailblazer

She pioneered lesbian film storytelling with Claire of the Moon and introduced ancillary products such as novelizations, soundtracks, and merchandise, creating a first in lesbian cinema.

Impact on LGBTQ+ Representation

She established Nicole Conn Films Global, a platform dedicated to celebrating authentic lesbian cinema with the motto: Made By Us, About Us, & Now, For All of You.

Award-Winning Filmmaker

Her films have collectively won dozens of international awards, including:

More Beautiful For Having Been Broken – Over 30 Best Film Awards
little man – 12 Best Documentary Awards
SHE4ME – Community Award and OutMusic’s Music Video of the Year

Bestselling Author

In addition to filmmaking, Nicole Conn has authored eight novels, including:

Passion’s Shadow
Angel Wings (Simon & Schuster)
She Walks In Beauty
The Preemie Parent’s NICU Survival Guide (Co-Author)

Nicole Conn’s Ongoing Legacy

Beyond filmmaking, Nicole Conn is dedicated to expanding LGBTQ+ representation through multiple creative avenues. As a writer, director, and producer, she continues to push boundaries and explore compelling narratives that challenge conventions and celebrate identity.

Currently based in Los Angeles, Conn lives with her children Nicholas and Gabrielle while developing multiple new projects, including her next feature film, episodic series, and literary works.

Known for her fearless storytelling and dedication to authentic representation, Nicole Conn remains a powerful voice in the industry, inspiring audiences through love, resilience, and the human spirit.