Esther Newton Made Me Gay
Mar 17, 2022 · 1h 32m
Director
Jean CarlomustoOverview
Esther Newton was drawn to the drag scene as a student in the 1950s. Identifying as both butch lesbian and between genders, she felt a kinship with the queens; what the feminine clothing society expected her to wear felt like a form of drag. Her 1972 book ‘Mother Camp: Female Impersonators in America’ is noted as the first rigorous study of its kind. Now entering her sixth decade writing about queer communities, Newton exudes wisdom and a healthy dose of New York no-nonsense. The film’s amazing archive footage encompasses gay liberation, the feminist sex wars, AIDS activism and life on the safe haven of Fire Island. Her other main passion is dog training, so this illuminating history lesson is peppered with poodles!
Cast of Esther Newton Made Me Gay
Crew of Esther Newton Made Me Gay
Jean CarlomustoDirector, Writer, Director of Photography, Producer, Editor
Shanti AvirganProducer
Gil TalmiOriginal Music Composer- Alex RappoportDirector of Photography
- David SamplinerDirector of Photography
- Rachel AmbelangAdditional Editing
Caroline BerlerAdditional Editing- Richard MironCo-Editor
- Cody ReinaldoColorist
- Carly RichmanPost Production Producer
- Laurie ArbeiterCo-Producer
- Olivia StreisandArchival Footage Coordinator
- Jen HobbsCo-Producer
About Esther Newton Made Me Gay
What is Esther Newton Made Me Gay about?
Esther Newton was drawn to the drag scene as a student in the 1950s. Identifying as both butch lesbian and between genders, she felt a kinship with the queens; what the feminine clothing society expected her to wear felt like a form of drag. Her 1972 book ‘Mother Camp: Female Impersonators in America’ is noted as the first rigorous study of its kind. Now entering her sixth decade writing about…
When was Esther Newton Made Me Gay released?
Esther Newton Made Me Gay was released on March 17, 2022.
Where can I watch Esther Newton Made Me Gay?
Esther Newton Made Me Gay is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Esther Newton Made Me Gay?
Esther Newton Made Me Gay runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
Who directed Esther Newton Made Me Gay?
Esther Newton Made Me Gay was directed by Jean Carlomusto.
Who is in the cast of Esther Newton Made Me Gay?
The cast of Esther Newton Made Me Gay includes Esther Newton (Self), Louise Fishman (Self), Amber Hollibaugh (Self) and Holly Hughes (Self).
Is Esther Newton Made Me Gay on Netflix?
No, Esther Newton Made Me Gay is not on Netflix in the US. It is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.