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25 minutes that changed prom night forever — and it's not what you think.
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Live to Tell: The First Gay and Lesbian Prom in America (1995)

underdog triumph90s queer historyDIY revolution

Overview

Documentary

Documentary about the first gay prom in America, that took place in West Hollywood, promoted by students of the EAGLES center, an alternative high school.

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Standout Aspects

Direction

Charley Lang captures raw, unguarded youth joy.

Production

Intimate access to a genuinely historic moment.

Best for:Solo: Quiet reflection on how far we've come.·Streaming: Perfect LGBTQ+ history homework break.·Friends: Watch with your queer elders or chosen family.
Heads up:Triggers: Period-appropriate homophobia from protestors.
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Director

Charley Lang

ReleasedJan 1, 1995
Runtime25m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelmedium
Frameline

Top Cast

Dan Butler

Dan Butler

Self - Actor, "Frasier"

Tony Kushner

Tony Kushner

Self - Playwright, "Angels in America"

Ron Nyswaner

Ron Nyswaner

Self - Screenwriter, "Philadelphia"

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Trivia

EAGLES Center was one of the first alternative schools specifically for LGBTQ+ youth in the US, founded in 1992.

Cultural

This predates both 'Ellen' coming out and Matthew Shepard's murder, capturing a pivotal transitional moment in 90s queer activism.

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