
Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial
Synopsis
In this 1987 documentary, the issue before the New York City Council is a resolution concerning gay rights. The voices of citizens and witnesses for and against this resolution are heard as they testify, and in interviews in the council chamber and on the sidewalk outside. Advocates on either side of the issue are shown to be earnest and sincere, and despite the fact that emotions are running high during the debate, basic civility somehow prevails.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phil Zwickler, Jane Lippman
- Original Title
- Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phil Zwickler, Jane Lippman
Department Leadership Roster
Phil Zwickler
Director
Jane Lippman
Director
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What is Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial about?
In this 1987 documentary, the issue before the New York City Council is a resolution concerning gay rights. The voices of citizens and witnesses for and against this resolution are heard as they testify, and in interviews in the council chamber and on the sidewalk outside. Advocates on either side of the issue are shown to be earnest and sincere, and despite the fact that emotions are running high during the debate, basic civility somehow prevails.
Who directed Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial?
Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial was directed by Phil Zwickler, Jane Lippman.
Who stars in Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial?
The principal cast of Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial includes Not specified.
When was Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial released and how long is it?
Rights and Reactions: Lesbian & Gay Rights on Trial was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 56m.
