FICTION AND OTHER TRUTHS: A FILM ABOUT JANE RULE
Price: $310.00 Code: 1050 |
Directed by Lynn Fernie and Aerlyn Weissman
1994, 60 minutes
Purchase: $310 | Classroom Rental: $125
Profiles the life and work of lesbian novelist, essayist, teacher and political activist Jane Rule. Blending interviews with archival footage and dramatic evocation's of Rule's writings, the documentary examines the author's lifelong interest in the intricacies and complexities of human relationships and communities, her continuing involvement in the struggle against censorship, and her conviction that we must all be able to live and love truthfully.
Best Documentary, San Francisco International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival
"Wisdom such as hers knows no single community. Highly recommended for all collections."-Library Journal
1994, 60 minutes
Purchase: $310 | Classroom Rental: $125
Profiles the life and work of lesbian novelist, essayist, teacher and political activist Jane Rule. Blending interviews with archival footage and dramatic evocation's of Rule's writings, the documentary examines the author's lifelong interest in the intricacies and complexities of human relationships and communities, her continuing involvement in the struggle against censorship, and her conviction that we must all be able to live and love truthfully.
Subjects & Collections
Festivals & Awards
Genie Award (the Canadian "Oscar"), Academy of Canadian CinemaBest Documentary, San Francisco International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival
Reviews
***1/2 "...an artfully photographed, lovingly produced, intelligent and humorous profile...Highly recommended." -Video Librarian"Wisdom such as hers knows no single community. Highly recommended for all collections."-Library Journal