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    Gay Chorus Deep South

    Directed by David Charles Rodrigues
    USA | 92 minutes | Queer Cinema Today

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    Gay Chorus Deep South

    Directed by David Charles Rodrigues
    USA | 92 minutes | Queer Cinema Today

  • View Trailer

    Gay Chorus Deep South

    Directed by David Charles Rodrigues
    USA | 92 minutes | Queer Cinema Today

  • View Trailer

    Gay Chorus Deep South

    Directed by David Charles Rodrigues
    USA | 92 minutes | Queer Cinema Today

  • View Trailer

    Gay Chorus Deep South

    Directed by David Charles Rodrigues
    USA | 92 minutes | Queer Cinema Today

Spreading a message of tolerance, The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus embarks upon a high-risk tour of the Deep South in this moving documentary. The music is rousing, the personal stories poignant, as both the singers and the Southerners find their stereotypes challenged.

film synopsis

Responding to a wave of anti-LGBT legislation, the members of The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus decide to embark on a concert tour of the South to spread a message of tolerance where it may not be welcome. For many members, it is a deeply personal journey. Artistic Director Dr. Tim Seelig had been a Baptist minister in Texas, and a married man with two children. When he came out at 35, the church did everything they could to destroy his life. In Mississippi, Jimmy White wonders if the homophobic father he hasn’t seen in years will show up at their concert, leading to one of many surprises in this poignant and inspiring documentary. But it’s not just the locals who are asked to look into their hearts: the journey challenges the chorus members to examine their own preconceptions and stereotypes about the South. This stirring, eye-opening musical odyssey is a balm in a troubled, divisive time.

In competition for the Best Documentary Award

film details

Director: David Charles Rodrigues
Producers: Bud Johnston, Jesse Moss
Screenwriter: David Charles Rodrigues, Jeff Gilbert
Cinematographers: Adam Hobbs
Editor: Jeff Gilbert
Music: Bryan Senti
Cast: The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus
Country: USA
Language: English
Year: 2019
Running Time: 92 minutes
Awards: Audience Award for Best Documentary, Tribeca Film Festival
Primary Company: The Film Collaborative
Website: https://www.gaychorusdeepsouth.com/

director biography

guests in attendance

January 9: Following the screening there will be a special performance by the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus.

Director David Charles Rodrigues is expected to be in attendance on January 9, 10, and 11.

2020 Film Festival