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ABOUT THE SERIES

If you've been on the internet in the past 5-10 years, you have likely come across the phrase: "Be Gay, Do Crime." This slogan of queer anarchy lifted from a spray painted wall in Marseilles, France, has grown far beyond its roots and embedded itself into meme culture as an expression of anti-capitalist opposition to the polished standards of queer representation. This series of films exemplifies the literal and metaphoric embodiment of the ethos with films from the 1950s to today that give queer characters the agency to be transgressive and assert themselves.

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In partnership with Iowa City Pride, FilmScene presents this month long showcase of new and classic LGBTQIA+ films from around the world. Join us at FilmScene for Pride at FilmScene, a safe place for our queer community and allies.

Be Gay Do Crime

About the Series

If you've been on the internet in the past 5-10 years, you have likely come across the phrase: "Be Gay, Do Crime." This slogan of queer anarchy lifted from a spray painted wall in Marseilles, France, has grown far beyond its roots and embedded itself into meme culture as an expression of anti-capitalist opposition to the polished standards of queer representation. This series of films exemplifies the literal and metaphoric embodiment of the ethos with films from the 1950s to today that give queer characters the agency to be transgressive and assert themselves.

ABOUT THE SERIES

If you've been on the internet in the past 5-10 years, you have likely come across the phrase: "Be Gay, Do Crime." This slogan of queer anarchy lifted from a spray painted wall in Marseilles, France, has grown far beyond its roots and embedded itself into meme culture as an expression of anti-capitalist opposition to the polished standards of queer representation. This series of films exemplifies the literal and metaphoric embodiment of the ethos with films from the 1950s to today that give queer characters the agency to be transgressive and assert themselves.

SPONSORED BY

In partnership with Iowa City Pride, FilmScene presents this month long showcase of new and classic LGBTQIA+ films from around the world. Join us at FilmScene for Pride at FilmScene, a safe place for our queer community and allies.

Past Films in this Series

KAJILLIONAIRE

KAJILLIONAIRE

Be Gay Do Crime Pride at FilmScene Reel Representation

Thu, Jun 27

CHOCOLATE BABIES

CHOCOLATE BABIES

Be Gay Do Crime Pride at FilmScene

Thu, Jun 20

DIABOLIQUE

DIABOLIQUE

Be Gay Do Crime Pride at FilmScene

Thu, Jun 13

SET IT OFF

SET IT OFF

Be Gay Do Crime Pride at FilmScene

Thu, Jun 6

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