Standing on the Line
Originally released in 2019. Standing on the Line is a documentary film. directed by Paul Émile d'Entremont. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Anastasia Bucsis, David Testo, and Brock McGillis
Synopsis
In both amateur and professional sports, being gay remains taboo. Few dare to come out of the closet for fear of being stigmatized, and for many, the pressure to perform is compounded by a further strain: whether or not to affirm their sexual identity. Standing on the Line takes a fresh and often moving look at some of our gay athletes, who share their experiences with the camera. They’ve set out to overcome prejudice in the hopes of changing things for the athletes of tomorrow.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 8, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Standing on the Line about?
In both amateur and professional sports, being gay remains taboo. Few dare to come out of the closet for fear of being stigmatized, and for many, the pressure to perform is compounded by a further ...
Who directed Standing on the Line?
Standing on the Line was directed by Paul Émile d'Entremont.
How long is Standing on the Line?
Standing on the Line has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Standing on the Line released?
Standing on the Line was released on May 8, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Standing on the Line?
The main cast of Standing on the Line includes Anastasia Bucsis, David Testo, Brock McGillis, Anita Bucsis, Judy Testo.