
That Was Ray
“The Story of the Most Dangerous Gay Man in America”
Synopsis
In San Francisco during the 1970s, Rev. Ray Broshears took to the streets to do the job the police wouldn't, forming the Lavender Panthers, an armed self-defense group. In interviews with Ray's friend Elisa Rleigh, and author Jim Van Buskirk, That Was Ray shows how violence was met with violence to defend the community that many fought and died for.
Top Cast
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May 2, 2019
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jordan Gorman, Brenten Brandenburg
- Original Title
- That Was Ray
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jordan Gorman, Brenten Brandenburg
Kaustubh "Vick" Singh
Kaustubh "Vick" Singh
Department Leadership Roster
Kaustubh "Vick" Singh
Producer
Kaustubh "Vick" Singh
Editor
Jordan Gorman
Director
Brenten Brandenburg
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About That Was Ray
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is That Was Ray about?
In San Francisco during the 1970s, Rev. Ray Broshears took to the streets to do the job the police wouldn't, forming the Lavender Panthers, an armed self-defense group. In interviews with Ray's friend Elisa Rleigh, and author Jim Van Buskirk, That Was Ray shows how violence was met with violence to defend the community that many fought and died for.
Who directed That Was Ray?
That Was Ray was directed by Jordan Gorman, Brenten Brandenburg.
Who stars in That Was Ray?
The principal cast of That Was Ray includes Troy Perry.
When was That Was Ray released and how long is it?
That Was Ray was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 18m.
