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199891 minPGdocumentary

3.1/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Stolen Moments

199891 minPGdocumentary

3.1/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Interviews with women from North America and Europe highlight their experiences with lesbianism, illustrating historical challenges and progress within the community.

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Margaret Wescott

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Interviews with women from North America and Europe highlight their experiences with lesbianism, illustrating historical challenges and progress within the community.

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Margaret Wescottdirector

Margaret Wescottwriter

Kate Nelligan

Kate Nelligancast

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Margaret Wescott's 1998 documentary Stolen Moments features interviews with women from North America and Europe discussing their experiences with lesbianism. The film includes archival material and film clips that illustrate the historical context of their lives. Personal stories reveal the dangers and challenges women faced throughout the years. These narratives reflect on the progress made and the ongoing issues within the lesbian community. The documentary runs for 91 minutes and is produced in Canada.

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