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Gay Days is a 2009 Israeli documentary directed by Yair Qedar that focuses on the growth of the LGBTQ community in Israel. It features prominent activists such as Gal Uchovsky and Eytan Fox, along with archival footage from pride events and films. The film presents a narrative that combines personal stories, archival materials, and Qedar's own diary entries, illustrating the transformation of societal attitudes toward LGBTQ individuals in Israel.
The documentary shows a significant change from 1985, when there were only three openly gay individuals in Israel, to 1998, when that number rose to 3,000. This rapid evolution in the LGBTQ landscape is documented through various media, including the director's work in The Pink Times. The film premiered at the Tel Aviv International LGBT Film Festival in June 2009 and has been screened globally at universities and film festivals.
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.
Perfect For
LGBTQ history enthusiastsIsraeli cultural studiesDocumentary film lovers