Daddy and Papa (2002)

Daddy & Papa explores the lives of gay men who have made a decision that is both traditional and revolutionary: to raise kids themselves.

Director:

Johnny Symons

Writer:

Johnny Symons

Stars:

Johnny Symons

5 wins & 3 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Johnny Symons	...	Himself

Storyline

What if your most controversial act turned out to be the most traditional thing in the world? Daddy & Papa explores the growing phenomenon of gay fatherhood and its impact on American culture. Through the stories of four different families, Daddy & Papa delves into some of the particular challenges facing gay men who decide to become dads. From surrogacy and interracial adoption, to the complexities of gay divorce, to the battle for full legal status as parents, Daddy & Papa presents a revealing look at some of the gay fathers who are breaking new ground in the ever-changing landscape of the American family.

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Plot Keywords:

gay | surrogacy | divorce | gay father | interracial adoption | 

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Genres:

Documentary

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Details

Official Sites:

official site - screenings, plot, clips, press

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

11 January 2002 (USA)

Also Known As:

Dyo babades

Company Credits

Production Co:

Independent Television Service (ITVS), Persistent Visions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

57 min

Color:

Color

User Reviews

Sick!

This movie made me sick! Why? In at least three states in this country, perfectly decent and loving gay men and women are prohibited from adopting children. Many of these children end up languishing in orphanages or foster care for years, when they could have a perfectly happy and healthy homes with the kind of wonderful gay parents portrayed in this movie. Laws prohibiting gays from adoption, or de facto discrimination against them in the adoption process, are especially shameful in light of the well-established fact that the majority of child abusers are in fact self-identified heterosexuals, unlike the terrific gay moms and dads in this beautiful movie.

So, see "Daddy and Papa", and then make sure to support gay adoption rights in your state!