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Deep Dive: Bridegroom (2013)

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Bridegroom
Bridegroom tells the story of Shane Bitney Crone and his partner Thomas Lee 'Tom' Bridegroom, who died in 2011 after an accidental fall in Los Angeles. The film chronicles their six-year relationship and the aftermath of Bridegroom's death, focusing on the legal and emotional struggles Crone faced, including being barred from attending his partner's funeral by Bridegroom's family. Directed by Linda Bloodworth-Thomason, the film originated from Crone's short YouTube film, It Could Happen to You, which he released in 2012. The documentary features interviews with Crone's family and friends, providing personal insights into the couple's life and the impact of their story on issues of love and legal rights for same-sex couples.

Why Watch

  • •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.

Perfect For

LGBTQ+ rights advocatesDocumentary film enthusiastsFans of personal love stories