As part of the Poesiefestival, the film Come See Me in the Light highlights an LGBTIQ* focus. It tells the moving yet unexpectedly humorous love story of poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley, who face a cancer diagnosis with joy, wit, and unwavering partnership.

The 2025 documentary by Ryan White follows Gibson and her partner Megan Falley after the diagnosis. It combines readings, observations from everyday life, and conversations, thereby illustrating the connection between writing and lived experience. The film shows Gibson both on stage and in private settings, making visible how closely their poetic practice is intertwined with their life.

Original version with German subtitles.

Admission free.