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Lesbian Custody

Plot: A video essay about the personal and political context of a landmark lesbian feminist documentary film from 1977 called "In the Best Interests of the Children" about lesbian mothers fighting to regain custody of their children in the 1970s. As a nearly forgotten period of LGBTQ+ history, this documentary short introduces us to now retired filmmaker Frances Reid (award winning cinematographer and director) and her “step-daughter” Julie Stevens while they look through the film’s archives, discuss the making of the film and their personal relationship
Release Date: Wednesday, June 25 2025
Released within the last year
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Cast

Portrait of Frances ReidFrances Reid. Frances Reid was >> in Lesbian Custody as 'Self'.
Birthday: Unknown Birthday
Portrait of Julie StevensJulie Stevens. Julie Stevens was >> in Lesbian Custody as 'Self'.
Birthday: Unknown Birthday

Crew

Portrait of Samuael TopiarySamuael Topiary. Samuael Topiary was >> in Lesbian Custody as 'Director, Screenplay, Editor'
Birthday: Unknown Birthday
Portrait of Molly SkoniecznyMolly Skonieczny. Molly Skonieczny was >> in Lesbian Custody as 'Director'
Birthday: Unknown Birthday
Portrait of Clare MajorClare Major. Clare Major was >> in Lesbian Custody as 'Director of Photography'
Birthday: Unknown Birthday