Since Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signed a bill that would ban drag performers from staging “adult-oriented performances that are harmful to minors,” at least 14 states have proposed similar laws. Such legislation, separate but related to a broader skepticism and antagonism among Republican lawmakers toward trans-affirming care, taps into a centuries-long history in the U.S. — and in Los Angeles in particular — of government action against gender nonconformity.
In the nineteenth century in the United States, ordinances criminalizing “cross-dressing” existed at city and state levels. Initially, law enforcement used anti-masquerading laws to enforce the restriction of gender divergence. “This was part of a larger effort to really begin regulating people’s gender expression,: explains Dr. Eric Cervini, a Pulitzer finalist and historian focusing on LGBTQ+ politics. “These laws were originally constructed to prevent people from disguising themselves and rioting.”
Laws specifically prohibiting men dressing as women and women dressing as...
In the nineteenth century in the United States, ordinances criminalizing “cross-dressing” existed at city and state levels. Initially, law enforcement used anti-masquerading laws to enforce the restriction of gender divergence. “This was part of a larger effort to really begin regulating people’s gender expression,: explains Dr. Eric Cervini, a Pulitzer finalist and historian focusing on LGBTQ+ politics. “These laws were originally constructed to prevent people from disguising themselves and rioting.”
Laws specifically prohibiting men dressing as women and women dressing as...
- 4/14/2023
- by Hilton Dresden
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
No one in this world does not know about the terrorist attack that struck Boston on the day of the Boston City Marathon in the year 2013. A terrorist attack happened on American soil for the first time since 2001. Lives were lost, and many would remember the extensive manhunt that took place to catch the perpetrators. All of this remains like a vivid memory in the minds of the people. We only know what was projected to us through various television news channels, but many are not aware of the people involved in the investigation team that cracked the case within a few days of the attack. What went on behind the scenes of the crime, and how did they manage to get hold of the people who were behind the attacks?
Directed by Floyd Russ, “American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing” begins with footage of the marathon that took place in 2013 on Patriot’s Day.
Directed by Floyd Russ, “American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing” begins with footage of the marathon that took place in 2013 on Patriot’s Day.
- 4/12/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
New Jackie, The Girl on the Train and Allied trailers make our weekly news roundupNew Jackie, The Girl on the Train and Allied trailers make our weekly news roundupScott Goodyer10/7/2016 3:53:00 Pm 1. Jackie
The first teaser for Pablo Larrain's festival favourite Jackie has arrived, and it accurately depicts the haunting nature of this unconventional biopic. We caught the film at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it won the Platform prize, an honour that highlights an innovative and daring feature from an up-and-coming director.
Natalie Portman stars as Jackie Kennedy in the week after the assassination of her husband, the President of the United States, John F. Kennedy. With a majestically unnerving score from Mica Levi, a shoe-in Best Actress nomination for Portman, and a stunning and unique vision from Larrain, Jackie is not your typical biopic and is one of the must-see films of the year.
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The first teaser for Pablo Larrain's festival favourite Jackie has arrived, and it accurately depicts the haunting nature of this unconventional biopic. We caught the film at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it won the Platform prize, an honour that highlights an innovative and daring feature from an up-and-coming director.
Natalie Portman stars as Jackie Kennedy in the week after the assassination of her husband, the President of the United States, John F. Kennedy. With a majestically unnerving score from Mica Levi, a shoe-in Best Actress nomination for Portman, and a stunning and unique vision from Larrain, Jackie is not your typical biopic and is one of the must-see films of the year.
Check out...
- 10/7/2016
- by Scott Goodyer
- Cineplex
New Jackie, The Girl on the Train and Allied trailers make our weekly news roundupNew Jackie, The Girl on the Train and Allied trailers make our weekly news roundupScott Goodyer10/7/2016 3:53:00 Pm 1. Jackie
The first teaser for Pablo Larrain's festival favourite Jackie has arrived, and it accurately depicts the haunting nature of this unconventional biopic. We caught the film at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it won the Platform prize, an honour that highlights an innovative and daring feature from an up-and-coming director.
Natalie Portman stars as Jackie Kennedy in the week after the assassination of her husband, the President of the United States, John F. Kennedy. With a majestically unnerving score from Mica Levi, a shoe-in Best Actress nomination for Portman, and a stunning and unique vision from Larrain, Jackie is not your typical biopic and is one of the must-see films of the year.
Check out...
The first teaser for Pablo Larrain's festival favourite Jackie has arrived, and it accurately depicts the haunting nature of this unconventional biopic. We caught the film at the Toronto International Film Festival, where it won the Platform prize, an honour that highlights an innovative and daring feature from an up-and-coming director.
Natalie Portman stars as Jackie Kennedy in the week after the assassination of her husband, the President of the United States, John F. Kennedy. With a majestically unnerving score from Mica Levi, a shoe-in Best Actress nomination for Portman, and a stunning and unique vision from Larrain, Jackie is not your typical biopic and is one of the must-see films of the year.
Check out...
- 10/7/2016
- by Scott Goodyer
- Cineplex
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