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GAY Hollywood: The Inside-Out Scoop on Closeted Tinseltown with Special Guest, Jason Stuart!
Join us on Saturday, March 25th from 3-6pm for a look back at classic Hollywood and how being gay was perceived and most often kept tightly trapped behind the closet door of all the glitz, glitter and glam! Also see "GAY HOLLYWOOD" and how it was played out both on and off the silver screen.
Special Guest: Actor/Comedian/Director, Jason Stuart
*Doors Open Promptly at 3:00pm
General Admission: $15.00/Members: $10.00
*Dessert Reception/Popcorn/Soft Drinks & Bottled Water
PRE-SHOW: 3:05pm - 3:40pm:
"The Lavender Lens: 100 Years of Celluloid Queers"
A video montage of the portrayal of gays and lesbians in film history (Part 1 excerpt from the 2-hour video)
Runtime: 10 minutes
"Classic Gay Hollywood: 60 Years in 60 Seconds(more or less)
Runtime: 3 1/2 minutes
"Keyframe: Gay Secrets of the Classic Hollywood Closet" [Mark Rappaport Rock Hudson]
Runtime: 6 minutes
"Frame By Frame: Gay and Lesbian Identity in Hollywood Cinema"
UNL Film Studies professor Wheeler Winston Dixon examines the history of Hollywood's portrayal of gays and lesbians.
Runtime: 3 minutes
"Cary Grant and Randy Scott" - Tribute Short
in the only Hollywood Movie they were allowed to
make together. 1940 "My Favorite Wife"
"Cary Grant and Randy Scott" Video Tribute 1933-1949
Runtime: 7 minutes & 3 minutes
FEATURE PRESENTATION of Gay Shorts: 3:40 - 4:15pm
"Gay" and "Queer" in Classic Movies: THE SUPERCUT
A tribute to the days when the words "gay" and "queer" took on a cheerier and weirder meaning (respectively) back in old movies from the 20s up to the 70s. I only used clips from movies I could think of or find quotes from online, so if anyone out there has any additional usages of "gay" and "queer" in old movies, let me know so I can start up a sequel. Dedicated to all in the LGBT community, as well as the fine people at Turner Classic Movies for inspiring this project.*All the clips used in this YouTube presentation are protected under Fair Use.
Runtime: 15:47 minutes
"Elements of Sexuality: 20th Century Images of Gay Men"
This video offers snapshots of three sexual regimes in US history pertaining to male-male intimacy and gay identity. .Runtime: 5:19 minutes
4:15-6:00pm: Discussion on "GAY HOLLWOOD" and Q&A with Jason Stuart!
Discussion on "GAY HOLLWOOD" and Q&A with Jason Stuart!
"Sweets and Coffee" Reception Provided along with Fresh-popped Popcorn, Soft Drinks, Soda and Bottled Water.
About Special Guest, JASON STUART -
When you think one of the most prolific character actors, whos also an outrageous openly gay stand-up comedian, one name comes to mind. Jason Stuart. Stuart has been making people laugh out loud with Gay Don Rickles performances all over the country since coming out in 1993. He has accomplished what few other gay comics have ever achieved: brutal honesty with humor in a world thats not always kind. Not only is Stuart an all-out crowd pleaser, but he transcends the boundaries of race, gender and sexual orientation with his edgy comedic style. Stuarts material about his experiences as a single Jewish gay man living in Hollywood is original, cutting edge and just plain funny!
Although his semi-celebrity came via stand-up, Stuart is also well-known for his work as an actor playing gay & straight roles on over forty popular television shows. Stuart has wowed audiences on the TV screen with guest roles in hits such shows as Sleepy Hollow, Entourage, The Closer, Will & Grace, George Lopez, Everybody Hates Chris, House, Its Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Charmed, to name a few. He is best known playing Dr. Thomas, the gay family therapist on My Wife and Kids.
As an actor his first love, Jason has a major role in the historic bio pic Birth Of A Nation from filmmaker & star Nate Parker opposite Armie Hammer. Jason has been to Sundance with the hit comedy, Sean Bakers Tangerine, executive produced by Jay & Mark Duplass. Also the Spirit award nominated drama Love Is Strange from Ira Sacks, starring John Lithgow, Alfred Molina and Marsia Tomei. Hitting the festival circuit with Baby Steps and Hush Up Sweet Charlotte?
Stuart has performed at all of the top comedy clubs & comedy festivals and hundreds of gay events & prides, colleges & universities, and even on Broadway. Since Stuart makes such a strong connection with his audience, he is in high demand by corporate programs with his lecture, Coming Out In Hollywood, on being openly gay in the workplace. He made appearances on, One Night Stand-Up, Wisecrack & Comics Unleashed. Stuart released his stand-up comedy CD, Gay Comedy Without A Dress with the new hit mini CD Im The Daddy And I Have Candy. In addition to that, his stand-up comedy special, Making It To The Middle.
As a character actor, filmmakers say his talent is a cross between the depth of Paul Giamatti, the comedy timing of Alan Arkin and the quirkiness of Steve Buscemi. He has worked with heavy hitters George Clooney, Faye Dunaway, Angelina Jolie, Damon Wayans, Drew Carey, George Lopez, David Spade and even Arnold Schwarzenegger. Stuart was featured in the comedy hit A Day Without a Mexican, the cult hit Bearcity 2: The Proposal and the HBO award winning drama Gia. Among the big studio pictures he appeared in, Kindergarten Cop and Vegas Vacation are favorites among TV fans.
Stuart has become a major player in the independent film world after being nominated for a Gay International Film Award for best supporting actor in Coffee Date. Proving that he is more than just an actor and comedian, Stuart also produced and starred in his own totally improvised independent film 10 Attitudes and directed & stars in the award winning web- series Mentor with Alexandra Paul & Paul Elia.
Stuart uses his talents as an openly gay actor and comedian to support the community by performing at countless benefits for issues from AIDS to the homeless. He is the National Co-Chairman of the first ever SAG / AFTRA, LGBT Committee, and also chaired the comedy shows for Lifeworks Mentoring Program for 8 years. He currently fosters and mentors youth. His groundbreaking stand up comedy and his versatility as an actor make his career an amazing ride.
*Stay tuned for Jason's brand new project for which he stars as well as produced and directed..."LIKE FATHER" - A Short Film!
*AFTER ORDERING YOUR TICKETS, PLEASE RSVP TO OUR 24 HOUR TICKET HOTLINE: (562)354-1490
For Reservations, Please also E-mail us ASAP at:
thefilmmakersgallery@gmail.com
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*SEATING IS EXTREMELY LIMITED AND IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE SO PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY!
**ALL TICKETS SALES ARE FINAL; SORRY, NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES. -Thank you!
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LocationThe Filmmakers' Gallery (View)
2238 E Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90803
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
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