Lesbian Custody
Released just last year. Lesbian Custody is a documentary film. directed by Samuael Topiary. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Frances Reid and Julie Stevens
Synopsis
A video essay about the personal and political context of a landmark lesbian feminist documentary film from 1977 called "In the Best Interests of the Children" about lesbian mothers fighting to regain custody of their children in the 1970s. As a nearly forgotten period of LGBTQ+ history, this documentary short introduces us to now retired filmmaker Frances Reid (award winning cinematographer and director) and her “step-daughter” Julie Stevens while they look through the film’s archives, discuss the making of the film and their personal relationship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 25, 2025
7 months ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Army of Lovers Productions, LLC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lesbian Custody about?
A video essay about the personal and political context of a landmark lesbian feminist documentary film from 1977 called "In the Best Interests of the Children" about lesbian mothers fighting to reg...
Who directed Lesbian Custody?
Lesbian Custody was directed by Samuael Topiary.
How long is Lesbian Custody?
Lesbian Custody has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was Lesbian Custody released?
Lesbian Custody was released on June 25, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lesbian Custody?
The main cast of Lesbian Custody includes Frances Reid, Julie Stevens.