Documentary exploring The Advocate's role at the forefront of the LGBT movement in the U.S.
Production
Archival footage spanning 1967 to 2018, impeccably curated.
Direction
Clift weaves celebrity interviews with grassroots voices, no hierarchy.
Writing
Narration that honors messy, non-linear progress without sanitizing.
Director
William Clift
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The Advocate began as a mimeographed newsletter after LAPD raided the Black Cat Tavern in 1967—predating Stonewall by two years, yet rarely gets that credit in mainstream 'gay history.'
Cher's interview was filmed during the 2016 election cycle; she originally refused to participate until Clift convinced her The Advocate had covered her daughter Chaz's transition with respect.
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