Film directors Samuel Topiary Landberg, Frances Reid, and Julie Stevens will be on hand to discuss both films.
In the Best Interests of the Children
(1977, runtime 53m)
A landmark 1977 film about a nearly forgotten period of queer history in the 1970s when lesbian mothers were fighting homophobic family courts for custody of their children. The film features interviews with parents and children, aiming to challenge stereotypes and normalize queer families.
Lesbian Custody
(2025, runtime 18m)
A video short introducing us to award-winning cinematographer and film director Frances Reid as she reminisces with Julie Stevens, daughter of filmmaker Liz Stevens. Together they look through the film’s archives and reminisce about their personal experiences.
