Between a Frock and a Hard Place

Society/LGBTQIA+, Australia 2015

This is the story of how a low-budget Australian film – The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert – changed the course of history, loudly and proudly bringing a celebration of gay culture to the world that continues to resonate 20 years on. Narrated by Terence Stamp, Between a Frock and a Hard Place is also a social history of gay culture in Australia, drawing on footage from the famous movie as well as Sydney in the 80s. A time when the AIDS epidemic had taken hold, this time provided inspiration to director Stephan Elliott, who wanted to tell a story about the world of gay people, celebrating in the face of sadness and fear with flamboyant defiance. Includes interviews with the film’s key players – director Stephan Elliott, actors Terence Stamp, Guy Pearce and Hugo Weaving, and the creative team, as well as drag artists and members of the gay community.
58 min
HD
Starting at 15
Audio language:
English

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Composer:

Paul Mac

Sound Design:

Jared Dwyer

Editor:

Mark Middis

Original title:

Between a Frock and a Hard Place

Original language:

English

Format:

16:9 HD, Color

Age rating:

Starting at 15

Audio language:

English

Subtitles (SDH):

English