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198015 minPGdoc-short

4.8/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Lgbtq Rights

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La marche gaie

198015 minPGdoc-short

4.8/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

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Fifteen minutes of footage captures the historic Gay Pride march in Paris, where participants advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

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Culture

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Lionel Soukaz

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Fifteen minutes of footage captures the historic Gay Pride march in Paris, where participants advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility.

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Lionel Soukazdirector

Allen Ginsbergcast

Guy Hocquenghemcast

Synopsis

Paris streets filled with vibrant colors and passionate voices marked the Gay Pride march in 1980. Director Lionel Soukaz captures the determination of participants advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Notable figures like poet Allen Ginsberg and activist Guy Hocquenghem appear in interviews, sharing their experiences and hopes for visibility and acceptance. The film documents the atmosphere of solidarity and activism, reflecting a significant moment in the fight for equal treatment in France.

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See the vibrant Gay Pride march in Paris.
Meet key figures like Allen Ginsberg.
Find out about LGBTQ+ activism in 1980.

Did You Know

The film was directed by Lionel Soukaz in 1980.
Allen Ginsberg and Guy Hocquenghem are featured in the film.
The documentary has a runtime of 15 minutes.

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LGBTQ+ historyFrench cultural eventsHuman rights activism

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Who directed La marche gaie?

La marche gaie was directed by Lionel Soukaz.

What year was La marche gaie released?

La marche gaie was released in 1980.

How long is the documentary La marche gaie?

La marche gaie has a duration of 15 minutes.

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