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Before Stonewall

Before Stonewall

New York City's Stonewall Inn is regarded by many as the site of gay and lesbian liberation since it was at this bar that drag queens fought back against police June 27-28, 1969. This documentary uses extensive archival film, movie clips and personal recollections to construct an audiovisual history of the gay community before the Stonewall riots.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Before Stonewall
  • Genres: Documentary, History
  • Release Date: 1984-09-15
  • Runtime: 87 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (29 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Center for the Study of Filmed History, Before Stonewall Inc.
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2065
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Rita Mae Brown

Rita Mae Brown

as Narrator (voice)

Red Jordan Arobateau

Red Jordan Arobateau

as Self - Writer

Ann Bannon

Ann Bannon

as Self - University Professor

Lisa Ben

Lisa Ben

as Self - Former Secretary

Allen Ginsberg

Allen Ginsberg

as Self

Martin Duberman

Martin Duberman

as Self

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie scene

Trailers & Clips

Before Stonewall - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

civil rightsmale homosexualityoppressionlgbtstonewall riotwoman directorgay history

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Before Stonewall?

Before Stonewall is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 1984-09-15.

Who are the main actors in Before Stonewall?

The main cast includes Rita Mae Brown, Red Jordan Arobateau, Ann Bannon, Lisa Ben, Allen Ginsberg, .

Where can I watch Before Stonewall online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Before Stonewall is available.

Is Before Stonewall based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Before Stonewall?

Before Stonewall has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 29 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Before Stonewall?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Before Stonewall?

The soundtrack was composed by Center for the Study of Filmed History, Before Stonewall Inc.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Before Stonewall filmed?

Before Stonewall was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Before Stonewall?

The total runtime of Before Stonewall is 87 minutes.

Is Before Stonewall suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Before Stonewall?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Before Stonewall.

Does Before Stonewall have a post-credit scene?

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