In 1985, there were only three openly gay individuals in Israel, a number that grew to 3,000 by 1998 amid significant societal changes.
Synopsis
In 1985, there were only three openly gay individuals in Israel, a number that grew to 3,000 by 1998 amid significant societal changes.
Synopsis
Yair Qedar's documentary features prominent figures like Eytan Fox and Gal Uchovsky as it traces the evolution of Israel's LGBTQ community from 1985 to 1998. During this period, the number of openly gay individuals in Israel surged from three to 3,000. The film incorporates personal stories, archival footage from pride events, and Qedar's diary entries to document the cultural shift that allowed this community to emerge. It premiered at the Tel Aviv International LGBT Film Festival in June 2009.
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Why Watch
- See rare archival footage from pride events.
- Meet key activists like Gal Uchovsky and Eytan Fox.
- Find out about LGBTQ history in Israel from 1985 to 1998.
Did You Know
- In 1985, there were only 3 openly gay persons in Israel.
- By 1998, the number of openly gay individuals in Israel increased to 3,000.
- The film premiered at the Tel Aviv International LGBT Film Festival in June 2009.
- Yair Qedar also documented LGBTQ issues in The Pink Times newspaper.
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Who directed the documentary Gay Days?
Yair Qedar directed the documentary Gay Days.
When did Gay Days premiere?
Gay Days premiered in June 2009 at the Tel Aviv International LGBT Film Festival.
How many openly gay persons were there in Israel in 1985?
In 1985, there were three openly gay persons in Israel.
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