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Real Boy

Streaming Video - 2016

An intimate story of a family in transition. As 19-year-old Bennett Wallace navigates sobriety, adolescence, and the evolution of his gender identity, his...Show more An intimate story of a family in transition. As 19-year-old Bennett Wallace navigates sobriety, adolescence, and the evolution of his gender identity, his mother makes her own transformation from resistance to acceptance of her trans son. Along the way, both mother and son find support in their communities, reminding us that families are not only given, but chosen. Winner of the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Frameline Film Festival. Not rated. Show less

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Rafiki

Streaming Video - 2018

Despite a political rivalry between their families, Kena and Ziki resist and remain close friends, supporting each other to pursue their dreams in a conse...Show more Despite a political rivalry between their families, Kena and Ziki resist and remain close friends, supporting each other to pursue their dreams in a conservative society. When love blossoms between them, the two girls will be forced to choose between happiness and safety. PG. Show less

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(A)Sexual

Streaming Video - 2011

(A)SEXUAL follows the growth of a community that experiences no sexual attraction. In 2000, David Jay came out to his parents. He was asexual and was fine...Show more (A)SEXUAL follows the growth of a community that experiences no sexual attraction. In 2000, David Jay came out to his parents. He was asexual and was fine with it. And he was not alone. Studies show that 1% of the population is asexual. But in a society obsessed with sex, how do you deal with life as an outsider? Combining intimate interviews, verite footage, and animation with fearless humor and pop culture imagery, David and our four other characters grapple with this universal question and the outcomes might surprise you. Not rated. Show less

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Wild Nights With Emily

Streaming Video - 2019

Dramatization of the little known side of the writer Emily Dickinson's life, in particular, her relationship with another woman. Rated PG-13. Dramatization of the little known side of the writer Emily Dickinson's life, in particular, her relationship with another woman. Rated PG-13. Show less

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Rebels on Pointe

Streaming Video - 2017

REBELS ON POINTE is the first-ever documentary celebrating world famous Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo. The all-male, drag ballet company was found...Show more REBELS ON POINTE is the first-ever documentary celebrating world famous Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo. The all-male, drag ballet company was founded over 40 years ago in New York City and has a passionate cult following around the world. The film juxtaposes intimate behind-the-scenes access, rich archives and history, engaging character driven stories and dance performances. Not rated. Show less

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Hearts Beat Loud

Streaming Video - 2018

In the hip Brooklyn neighborhood of Red Hook, single dad and record store owner Frank (Nick Offerman) is preparing to send his hard-working daughter Sam (...Show more In the hip Brooklyn neighborhood of Red Hook, single dad and record store owner Frank (Nick Offerman) is preparing to send his hard-working daughter Sam (Kiersey Clemons) off to college, while being forced to close his shop. Hoping to stay connected through their shared musical passions, Frank urges Sam to turn their weekly "jam sesh" into a father-daughter live act. After their first song becomes an Internet breakout, the two embark on a journey of love, growing up and musical discovery. PG-13. Show less

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In the Turn

Streaming Video - 2016

A documentary about a 10-year-old transgender girl who finds acceptance and empowerment in the company of a queer roller derby collective. Not rated. A documentary about a 10-year-old transgender girl who finds acceptance and empowerment in the company of a queer roller derby collective. Not rated. Show less

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Rent

Streaming Video - 2005

Based on Puccini's classic opera La Boheme, Jonathan Larson's revolutionary rock opera Rent tells the story of a group of bohemians struggling to live and...Show more Based on Puccini's classic opera La Boheme, Jonathan Larson's revolutionary rock opera Rent tells the story of a group of bohemians struggling to live and pay their rent in the gritty background of New York's East Village. "Measuring their lives in love," these starving artists strive for success and acceptance while enduring the obstacles of poverty, illness and the AIDS epidemic. One of the longest running shows on Broadway, Rent was the winner of the 1996 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the Obie Award, the New York Drama Critics Circle Award, four Tony Awards and three Drama Desk awards. PG-13. Show less

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Woman on Fire

Streaming Video - 2016

"Woman on Fire" follows Brooke Guinan, the first openly transgender firefighter in New York City. A character-driven documentary, the film follo...Show more "Woman on Fire" follows Brooke Guinan, the first openly transgender firefighter in New York City. A character-driven documentary, the film follows Brooke as she sets out to challenge perceptions of what it means to be transgender in today's America. Not rated. Show less

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