Plot — What is Black Nations/Queer Nations? about?
This is an experimental documentary chronicling the March 1995 groundbreaking conference on lesbian and gay sexualities in the African diaspora. The conference brought together an array of dynamic scholars, activists and cultural workers including Essex Hemphill, Kobena Mercer, Barbara Smith, Urvashi Vaid and Jacqui Alexander to interrogate the economic, political and social situations of diasporic lesbians, gay men, bisexual and transgendered peoples. The video brings together the highlights of the conference and draws connections between popular culture and contemporary black gay media production. The participants discuss various topics: Black and queer identity, the shortcomings of Black nationalism, and homophobia in Black communities. Drawing upon works such as Isaac Julien's "The Attendant" and Jocelyn Taylor's "Bodily Functions", this documentary illuminates the importance of this historic conference for Black lesbians and gays.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 59 min |
Black Nations/Queer Nations? — FAQ
Is Black Nations/Queer Nations? worth watching? This is an experimental documentary chronicling the March 1995 groundbreaking conference on lesbian and gay sexualities in the African diaspora. The conference brought together an array of dynamic scholars, activists and
Who directed Black Nations/Queer Nations?? Directed by Shari Frilot.
Who is in the cast of Black Nations/Queer Nations?? It stars Jocelyn Taylor, Isaac Julien.
Where can I stream Black Nations/Queer Nations?? Streaming availability for Black Nations/Queer Nations? is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Black Nations/Queer Nations? release? It released in 1995.
