Silent pioneers [electronic resource] : gay and lesbian elders / by Pat Snyder, Lucy Winer, Harvey Marks and Paula deKoenigsberg in consultation with SAGE (Senior Action in a Gay Environment).

New York, NY : Filmakers Library, 1985.

English

English.

1 online resource (43 min.)

In this film we meet eight elderly gays and lesbians who lived through an era when homosexuality was not tolerated, and who battled for self-esteem and survival in a "straight world." Among them are: a male couple still in love after 55 years of living together; a former monk turned rancher who in his eighties has made peace with being Catholic and gay; and a black great-grandmother who revealed her lesbianism to her grandchildren. This film challenges many stereotypes about homosexuals and shows that they have long-standing, deep-rooted commitments.

Originally released as DVD.
Title from resource description page (viewed May 24, 2011).

For College; Adult audiences.

Award Winner, Black Maria Film Festival, 1986
Emmy Nomination, Outstanding Program, 1986

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