Erin Davies drives her Volkswagen Beetle, rebranded as the 'fagbug', across the U.S. and Canada for 58 days after it is vandalized with homophobic graffiti.
Synopsis
Erin Davies drives her Volkswagen Beetle, rebranded as the 'fagbug', across the U.S. and Canada for 58 days after it is vandalized with homophobic graffiti.
Synopsis
Erin Davies drives her Volkswagen Beetle, adorned with a rainbow sticker, through Albany, New York, on the 11th Annual National Day of Silence in 2007. After a hate crime leaves her car vandalized with homophobic graffiti, she rebrands it as the 'fagbug.' Over 58 days, Erin travels across the United States and Canada, encountering various instances of hate and engaging with individuals who challenge societal views on LGBTQ+ identities. A year later, she gives the car a makeover, marking her response to the hate she faced.
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Why Watch
- Meet Erin Davies and her unique response to hate.
- See the transformation of a vandalized car into a symbol.
- Find out how Erin engages with LGBTQ+ issues on the road.
Did You Know
- Erin Davies drove the 'fagbug' for 58 days across the U.S. and Canada.
- The hate crime against Erin's car occurred on April 18, 2007.
- The film was directed by Erin Davies herself.
- The documentary has a runtime of 83 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Erin Davies' car in 2007?
Erin Davies' Volkswagen Beetle, decorated with a rainbow sticker, was vandalized with homophobic graffiti in Albany, New York.
How long did Erin Davies travel with the 'fagbug'?
Erin Davies drove the 'fagbug' across the United States and Canada for 58 days.
What did Erin Davies do to her car after a year?
After a year, Erin Davies gave the car a makeover, symbolizing her response to the hate it received.
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