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In this experimental, self-ethnographic documentary, Tom Joslin blends breathtaking, moving snapshots from the natural world, filmic cultural touchstones, and cutting (pseudo) cinéma vérité to dissect and reassemble his gay identity despite constant warnings to stay in the closet. Blackstar sees Joslin and partner Mark Massi fleshing out their enduring commitment and obvious love for one another amidst the insecurity that a self-conscious documentary lens instills. As interviews with Joslin’s mother, father, and brothers attempt to break down the legitimacy of Joslin and Massi’s romance, the pair use everything at their disposal, including inspiration from gay revolutionaries and painfully honest conversations, to hold up their “abnormality” as a point of pride rather than shame. – Shayna Warner
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- verified Status: Released
- calendar_month Release Date: 1976-02-11
- video_camera_front Companies Alchemedia
- timer Runtime: 85 Mins
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- info IMDB ID tt0211266
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Loren Hammer
Sound
Peter O'Neill
Camera Supervisor
Mark Massi
Editor
Mark Massi
Camera Supervisor
John Terry
Camera Supervisor
Tom Joslin
Editor
Loren Hammer
Camera Supervisor
Tom Joslin
Camera Supervisor
Peter O'Neill
Sound
Tom Joslin
Director
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