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Out Laws

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Friedel Dausab is at the heart of a battle centuries in the making. Challenging Namibia's criminalization of same-sex love, Friedel becomes a beacon of hope for countless queer Namibians longing for freedom and safety. Amid death threats, relentless public scrutiny, and the chilling spectre of a serial killer, Friedel takes his country to court. The demonization and incarceration of queer people is a shocking story of injustice -- born in Tudor England, globalized through colonialism and amplified by Christian evangelism today. Prominent queer historians trace the origins of criminalization as Friedel joins fellow activists Rosanna (Sri Lanka) and Raven (Barbados) in London, where they prepare to deliver a rousing speech at Pride and await Friedel's judgment. Out Laws is a celebration of resistance, capturing the courage, humor, and resilience it takes to defy a legacy of hatred and forge a future of dignity and equality.

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Rich Cline Shadows on the Wall 4d
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Accompanied by a wide range of experts, filmmakers Lexi Powner and James Lewis trace the topic's history and present-day realities with honesty and clarity. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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James Lewis

Director

Lexi Powner

Director

Friedel Dausab

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James Lewis

Producer

Lexi Powner

Producer

Darius Shu

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Synopsis Friedel Dausab is at the heart of a battle centuries in the making. Challenging Namibia's criminalization of same-sex love, Friedel becomes a beacon of hope for countless queer Namibians longing for freedom and safety. Amid death threats, relentless public scrutiny, and the chilling spectre of a serial killer, Friedel takes his country to court. The demonization and incarceration of queer people is a shocking story of injustice -- born in Tudor England, globalized through colonialism and amplified by Christian evangelism today. Prominent queer historians trace the origins of criminalization as Friedel joins fellow activists Rosanna (Sri Lanka) and Raven (Barbados) in London, where they prepare to deliver a rousing speech at Pride and await Friedel's judgment. Out Laws is a celebration of resistance, capturing the courage, humor, and resilience it takes to defy a legacy of hatred and forge a future of dignity and equality.
Director
James Lewis, Lexi Powner
Producer
James Lewis, Lexi Powner
Production Co
Doc Society, The Good Side
Genre
Documentary, LGBTQ+
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 19m