A 2011 accident claimed the life of Tom Bridegroom, leaving his partner Shane Bitney Crone to confront grief and legal challenges as a gay man in America.
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A 2011 accident claimed the life of Tom Bridegroom, leaving his partner Shane Bitney Crone to confront grief and legal challenges as a gay man in America.
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Shane Bitney Crone reflects on his life with partner Thomas Lee "Tom" Bridegroom, who died in 2011 after an accidental fall in Los Angeles. "Bridegroom" details their six-year relationship and the aftermath of Tom's death, including Crone's exclusion from the funeral by Tom's family. The film, directed by Linda Bloodworth-Thomason, premiered at the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival and won the Audience Award for Best Documentary. It emphasizes the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in the United States.
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- Meet Shane Bitney Crone and Tom Bridegroom's love story.
- See the impact of legal barriers on same-sex relationships.
- Follow the emotional journey of loss and family conflict.
Did You Know
- Bridegroom premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 23, 2013.
- The film won the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the festival.
- Bridegroom's budget was $384,375, raised on Kickstarter, exceeding its $300,000 goal.
- The film's television premiere was on October 27, 2013, on the Oprah Winfrey Network.
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What is the budget of the documentary Bridegroom?
The budget of Bridegroom was $384,375, raised through Kickstarter.
When did Bridegroom premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival?
Bridegroom premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 23, 2013.
What award did Bridegroom win at the Tribeca Film Festival?
Bridegroom won the Audience Award for Best Documentary Film at the Tribeca Film Festival.
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