Nitrate Kisses
“Gay Memories, Lost then Found, Erotic Sensibilities Wakened”
Synopsis
Essay documentary explores eroded emulsions and images for lost vestiges of lesbian and gay culture. First feature by a pioneer of lesbian cinema, Hammer weaves gay and lesbian couples with footage that unearths the forbidden and invisible history of a marginalized people.
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Type: Clip • Published 2026-08-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Macao International Queer Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barbara Hammer
- Screenplay & Story
- Barbara Hammer
- Original Title
- Nitrate Kisses
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barbara Hammer
Barbara Hammer
Barbara Hammer
Barbara Hammer
Barbara Hammer
Department Leadership Roster
Barbara Hammer
Editor
Barbara Hammer
Director of Photography
Barbara Hammer
Director
Barbara Hammer
Producer
Barbara Hammer
Writer
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What is Nitrate Kisses about?
Essay documentary explores eroded emulsions and images for lost vestiges of lesbian and gay culture. First feature by a pioneer of lesbian cinema, Hammer weaves gay and lesbian couples with footage that unearths the forbidden and invisible history of a marginalized people.
Who directed Nitrate Kisses?
Nitrate Kisses was directed by Barbara Hammer.
Who stars in Nitrate Kisses?
The principal cast of Nitrate Kisses includes Barbara Hammer, Peter Cramer, Frances Lorraine.
When was Nitrate Kisses released and how long is it?
Nitrate Kisses was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.