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Queer GeniusQueer Genius

Queer Genius

October 8-12, 2020

Virtual Screening

Queer Genius

Chet Catherine Pancake (Dir), 115 minutes, WNY Premiere, USA

Arthouse Spotlight

An affectionate and intimate portrait of multiple generations of critically acclaimed and notoriously radical queer artists as they overcome personal and political obstacles to find new ways to think about and live their own genius. Featuring Barbara Hammer, Eileen Myles, Black Quantum Futurism, Moor Mother, and Dynasty Handbag / Jibz Cameron.

Festivals: Frameline

  • Still from Queer Genius – Eileen Myles

    Still from Queer Genius – Eileen Myles

    Directed by: Chet Catherine Pancake

  • Still from Queer Genius – Barbara Hammer

    Still from Queer Genius – Barbara Hammer

    Directed by: Chet Catherine Pancake

  • Still from Queer Genius – Black Quantum Futurism + Moor Mother

    Still from Queer Genius – Black Quantum Futurism + Moor Mother

    Directed by: Chet Catherine Pancake

  • Still from Queer Genius – Dynasty Handbag / Jibz Cameron

    Still from Queer Genius – Dynasty Handbag / Jibz Cameron

    Directed by: Chet Catherine Pancake

October 8-12, 2020

Virtual Screening

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