Movies and TvShows featuring "lesbian-activism" theme.

Dr. Finn Jeffries plays a new stepmother to her deceased lover's daughter Zelly. She also took over her lover's abortion clinic that is being protested by increasingly violent "pro-lifer's".

Les Invisibles (2012) is a heartfelt documentary that explores the lives of aging LGBTQ individuals who have faced homophobia, fought for their rights, and formed meaningful relationships in a society that often overlooked them. The film focuses on their stories, struggles, and triumphs, capturing the essence of their experiences with authenticity and compassion.

Vito is a documentary film that tells the story of Vito Russo, a leading gay activist and film historian. The film explores his life in the 1960s and 1970s, his involvement in the Stonewall Riots, and his activism for gay rights and AIDS awareness. Through interviews, archival footage, and film clips, Vito's impact on the LGBTQ+ community and the film industry is examined.

Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon have been partners in love and political struggle for fifty years. With incisive interviews, rare archival images and warmhearted humor, Joan Biren's 2003 film reveals their inspiring public work, as well as their charming private relationship. When they courageously launched the Daughters of Bilitis in 1955, it became the first public organization for lesbians in America. Today, these tireless activists are educating both the LGBT and aging movements on the needs of older lesbians.

Femicide is a growing phenomenon in Mexico. Since 1993, more than 450 women have been brutally murdered in Ciudad Juarez.

Love and Words Are Politics is a documentary that delves into the complex connections between love, words, and politics. Set in Yemen, the film explores the impact of these three powerful forces on society, with a special focus on the experiences of women. Through personal narratives and interviews, the documentary sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of individuals who navigate the intersections of love, words, and politics.

Gay and lesbian teenagers interview straight people on the streets of London about their views on homosexuality.

Black./Womyn.: Conversations with Lesbians of African Descent is a thought-provoking documentary that focuses on conversations with African American lesbians, exploring topics such as feminism, religion, and lesbian activism. The film provides insight into their experiences with homophobia, coming out, sexual discrimination, same-sex marriage, and minority rights. It also delves into discussions surrounding gender roles and the fight for sexual equality. With a strong emphasis on the black LGBT community, this documentary sheds light on important issues and perspectives.

Contrary to the public stereotype of a youthful homosexual community, gay men and women do grow old. Silent Pioneers presents an upbeat focus on the lives of these people today, showing them living full and diverse lives and sharing concerns on ageing, health and housing, with other senior citizens. It also considers how support networks within the gay and lesbian community have enriched and strengthened their individual lives.

Once a Fury is a powerful documentary that delves into the history of lesbian activism, exploring the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community and the courageous individuals who have fought for equality. Through intimate interviews and archival footage, the film showcases the struggles and triumphs of lesbian activists, shedding light on their unwavering determination and commitment to creating a more inclusive society.

Demonstration by FHAR, the Homosexual Revolutionary Action Front, the 1st of May 1971. People discuss at the University of Vincennes and show a common determination to break prejudice and open minds. They refuse to hide anymore, and talk about this revolution of desire.

Qui a peur des amazones? (2003) is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the world of lesbian activism and feminism. This powerful film examines the challenges faced by lesbians and their fight for equality and recognition. With personal stories and interviews, it sheds light on the importance of lesbianism in the feminist movement.

A global revolution is underway to obtain what UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon and Barack Obama call ‘the final frontier in human rights’: the universal decriminalisation of homosexuality. After years of long diplomatic struggle, several world leaders have declared themselves in favour of the universal decriminalisation of homosexuality. But victory won’t come easily. The countries that still punish homosexuality refuse to give in to international pressure. Global acceptance and equality will take time to achieve.

This profoundly moving film explore the clandestine struggle of three women fighting for their right to love within their Orthodox Communities in Jerusalem. All three are lesbians, and members of a secret support group called the "Ortho-Dykes".

This documentary, open and courageous, examines the challenges of lesbian motherhood in Russia. The film focuses on the first stage of parenthood, along with the decision of giving birth to a child in a same sex family, and a consideration of the options available to a lesbian couple in Russia. The two women welcome the audience (with the future baby's point of view) into their world, emotions, dreams and hopes.

PHARE, BLUSH, FHAR! is an exploration of the nebula that gave life to sexual liberation movements in France. Through the actions of commandos delusional and testing with evocative titles (Report against normality Three billion or perverse) are sketched portraits Hocquenghem and Françoise d'Eaubonne, amazing intellectuals and unconditional supporters of the revolution of desire.

Sally Gearhart was a charismatic radical lesbian activist, author, and academic who spearheaded the 1970s and 80s lesbian feminist movement yet has been largely forgotten. But the film SALLY is not just a straightforward biography of this “hidden figure” deserving more recognition. It also shows the symbiotic relationship between spokeswomen like Sally and movements for social change, which are necessarily collective. And it highlights Sally’s captivating iconoclasm and contradictions: SALLY is both a wild lesbian safari and a timely and deeply moving meditation on the tensions inherent in revolutionary movements: ideological principles versus human realities, separatism versus mainstreaming, and throwing down the gauntlet versus reaching across the aisle. Ultimately, Sally and compatriots’ key contributions can help guide our current, urgent battles for social justice.

Outitude is a heartfelt documentary that attempts to get to the core of what it means to be lesbian. We explore what defines us, what connects us, and what are our commonalities. We spoke to rural and urban lesbians, poets, writers, activists, self-professed bar dykes, queer women and curious women. Personal stories tell of the diversities of identities, tales of coming out, experiences of homophobia and the varied types of activisms that offer a kaleidescope of the richness and diversity of our lesbian community.

The documentary portraits three old lesbians: Hannelore Keydel, a former professional runner, Christel Rieseberg, the owner of one of the the first Lesbian bars in Post War Berlin and Wienke Zitzlaff, a political activist though out her life.

A short film that explores the lives and work of a Cuban lesbian couple who are hip hop singers and performers. The duo Krudas addresses issues such as women’s liberation, lesbian rights, female solidarity, and racism. Their work is deeply engaged with feminism and strong ties to their African roots.