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"Love
Is a ripe plum
Growing on a purple tree.
Taste it once
And the spell of its enchantment
Will never let you be."
- Love Song for Lucinda by Langston Hughes
Black queer family, come discover the joy and complexities of life after happily ever after: queer marriage in this film block featuring Black queer folks navigating what it means to be married and see the possibilities waiting for you. These heartfelt stories explore the challenges and triumphs of building relationships, celebrating the diverse paths to love and commitment within the Black queer community.
Brought to SBFF by QWOCMAP (Queer Women of Color Media Arts Project), Black Rainbow Love is an intimate and heartfelt documentary that celebrates the stories of the Black LGBTQ+ community. Through candid interviews with couples, individuals, clergy, activists, and family members, the film reveals the power of truth, the vibrancy of the rainbow in their lives, and the profound love that shapes their stories. It explores not only intimate and platonic love but also love of self, community, God, and purpose.
Focusing on representation and empowerment, Black Rainbow Love illuminates the experiences, struggles, and triumphs of Black LGBTQ+ individuals, highlighting their resilience and the richness of their identities. The film invites viewers into a world of love, acceptance, and self-discovery while challenging societal norms and fostering understanding.
"Love
Is a ripe plum
Growing on a purple tree.
Taste it once
And the spell of its enchantment
Will never let you be."
- Love Song for Lucinda by Langston Hughes
Black queer family, come discover the joy and complexities of life after happily ever after: queer marriage in this film block featuring Black queer folks navigating what it means to be married and see the possibilities waiting for you. These heartfelt stories explore the challenges and triumphs of building relationships, celebrating the diverse paths to love and commitment within the Black queer community.
Brought to SBFF by QWOCMAP (Queer Women of Color Media Arts Project), Black Rainbow Love is an intimate and heartfelt documentary that celebrates the stories of the Black LGBTQ+ community. Through candid interviews with couples, individuals, clergy, activists, and family members, the film reveals the power of truth, the vibrancy of the rainbow in their lives, and the profound love that shapes their stories. It explores not only intimate and platonic love but also love of self, community, God, and purpose.
Focusing on representation and empowerment, Black Rainbow Love illuminates the experiences, struggles, and triumphs of Black LGBTQ+ individuals, highlighting their resilience and the richness of their identities. The film invites viewers into a world of love, acceptance, and self-discovery while challenging societal norms and fostering understanding.