For Which We Stand
| For Which We Stand | |
|---|---|
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| Directed by | Sean Robinson |
| Produced by | Paul Warner |
| Starring |
Michael Musto Dolly Parton Melissa Etheridge Frenchie Davis Diana King Chely Wright Tona Brown Deepa Soul |
| Music by | Various artists |
| Edited by | Sean Robinson |
| Distributed by |
OUTMusic LARA |
Running time | 120 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | Forwhichwestand.com |
For Which We Stand (One Queer Music Nation In The Visible) is an upcoming documentary film in mid-production, scheduled for a 2015 release.[1]
The film, presented by OUTMusic, highlights LGBTQ and straight artists through numerous interviews with musicians and music-industry insiders, as well as live performances and behind-the-scenes footage.
Among the participants announced so far include luminaries such as Michael Musto, Dolly Parton, Melissa Etheridge, Frenchie Davis, Diana King, Chely Wright, and transgender violinist and vocalist Tona Brown.[2]
The film is being directed by Sean Robinson,[3] produced by film and stage director Paul Warner and executive produced by Diedra Meredith, Chairwoman/CEO of the LGBT Academy of Recording Arts (LARA).[4]
Production
Director Sean Robinson says of the film, “I’m very excited to be directing this socially and politically pro-active feature-length documentary film that will not only spotlight queer music culture, but will keep the torch of LARA burning as the fight for equality moves into the next era.” The Advocate 2013[5]
Producer Paul Warner says: “I am honored to both direct the 9th Annual OUTmusic Awards and produce For Which WE Stand as I feel strongly that the LGBTQ Academy of Recording Arts’ mission is essential to the LGBTQ equality movement,” says Warner. “While experiencing considerable gains, there has also been an escalation of bullying and continued discrimination, so the pursuit of equality is far from over. Of equal importance, I am excited to collaborate with music and media artists from all disciplines whose passion for and undying dedication to their craft will shape our future cultural and political landscape. NYFA Blog 2013”[6]
Diedra Meredith, Chairwoman/CEO of LARA, says of the project, “This film and the live production of the OUTmusic Awards is integral to the Academy’s mission to document and archive our movement and history. Our goal is to create more opportunities for LGBTQ recording artists and ensure that Queer Music Culture be included as an integral platform in the music industry.” Metro Weekly 2014[7]
Cast
- Michael Musto as Himself
- Dolly Parton as Herself
- Melissa Etheridge as Herself
- Diana King as Herself
- Chely Wright as Herself
- Frenchie Davis as Herself
- Tona Brown as Herself
- Antoine Ashley as Herself
- Vicci Martinez as Herself
- Todd Alsup as Himself
- Deepa Soul as Herself
- Pat Spearman as Herself
- James Healey as Himself
- Athena Reich as Herself
- Christine Martucci as Herself
References
- ↑ Weekly, Metro. "The LGBTQ Academy of Recording Arts Announces Upcoming Documentary". Metro Weekly. Metro Weekly. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ↑ "Watch: Trailer for Queer Music Documentary 'For Which We Stand' Features Dolly Parton, Melissa Etheridge and More". Indie Wire. Indie Wire. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ↑ "OUTMusic Launches Kickstarter to Fund LGBT Music Documentary". The Advocate Magazine. DANIEL REYNOLDS. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ↑ "WATCH: DOCUMENTARY TRAILER ‘FOR WHICH WE STAND; ADDRESSING THE RISING POPULARITY IN GAY MUSIC". 3 WISE MEN. 3wisemenreviews. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ↑ "OUTMusic Launches Kickstarter to Fund LGBT Music Documentary". The Advocate. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ↑ "NYFA Instructor Paul Warner to Direct 9th Annual OUTmusic Awards". New York Film Academy. Retrieved 23 April 2014.
- ↑ Weekly, Metro. "The LGBTQ Academy of Recording Arts Announces Upcoming Documentary". Metro Weekly. Metro Weekly. Retrieved 23 April 2014.