Another day, another LGBT-themed film looking for cash through crowdfunding – which just goes to show how difficult it can still be for filmmakers to find funding for LGBT movies through traditional channels. This one could be interesting though and worth a little of your money.
Director Travis John is trying to raise $50,000 to get his documentary The Trouble With Ray made, which will take a look at a key figure in the gay rights fights in the US. It will tell the story of Texas-born Ray Hill, who started his LGBT activism before Stonewall and contined to be a provocative voice over the next five decades.
Here’s the synopsis: ‘Feature-length documentary, “The Trouble With Ray,” spotlights U.S. Supreme Court-branded “Citizen Provocateur” Ray Hill’s 50 years of activism in shaping a Texas LGBT community and contributing to the greater national movement.
“‘The Trouble With Ray” documents the history of LGBT heroes in Texas, of all places, and provides a lively overview of a life lived courageously in a world where fear and shame ruled. Thanks to a small group of activists – with Ray Hill’s shocking mouth at the megaphone – a thriving LGBT community was born in the heart of ultra-conservative Texas and proudly marched their concerns to the national stage.
‘For nearly 50 years, Ray Hill has been the loud-mouthed face of this bold movement and his style of activism continues to shock and inspire today. With his unique Southern charm and nothing-to-lose attitude, Ray Hill can still convince just about anybody that where there’s life, there’s hope.
‘The struggle for LGBT rights continues. “The Trouble With Ray” connects Texas’ unique LGBT history to today’s ever-changing political and cultural landscape. We appreciate your support in bringing Ray Hill’s relevant, rich story of activism to life!’
You can take a look at the crowdfunding video below, and if it’s something you’d like to help get made, head over to Kickstarter.
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