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Raid of the Rainbow Lounge

  • 20122012
  • Not RatedNot Rated
  • 1h 43m
IMDb RATING
8.6/10
54
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Raid of the Rainbow Lounge (2012)
What happens when on the 40th anniversary of the Stonewall Rebellion, the police and officers from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, raid a Fort Worth, Texas gay bar, resulting in multiple customer arrests and hospitalized patrons? RAID OF THE RAINBOW LOUNGE is a 103 minute documentary recounting the widely publicized and controversial 2009 police raid of a Fort Worth, Texas gay bar that resulted in multiple arrests and serious injuries. Following sordid allegations and outrage, many changes occurred in the city, and Fort Worth became a leader in LGBT equality. However, the changes did not happen overnight and without controversy. The audience will witness history unfold as this film documents that journey from the perspective of witnesses, activists and politicians who helped changed the city. Narrated by television icon, Emmy nominated actress, and author, Meredith Baxter (GLEE, Family Ties, Family, Bridget Loves Bernie) Written, directed and produced by Robert L. Camina The documentary screened over 40 times, including 32 mainstream and LGBT film festivals and won many awards along the way. This includes 5 "Best" Film,3 "Audience Choice" Awards and the prestigious "FREEDOM AWARD" from FilmOut San Diego (2013). FilmOut chooses one movie from their festival each year that "inspires our community or makes a profound difference in our lives". Critics have called the film "Unflinching, Unforgettable and Unexpectedly Moving" (Pegasusnews. com) "Beautiful and Thought-Inducing" (Long Beach Post) and "One of the Year's Must Sees" (Summit Daily News & Dallas Observer). NOW AVAILABLE ON DVD AND VOD: For more information: www.RaidoftheRainbowLounge.com Twitter: @RainbowRaidFilm Facebook fan page: Raid of the Rainbow Lounge: The Documentary #ROTRL RAID OF THE RAINBOW LOUNGE is a Raid of the Rainbow Lounge, LLC production.
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A full length documentary film recounting the events surrounding the widely publicized and controversial raid of a Fort Worth, Texas gay bar in 2009. Following a sordid aftermath, Fort Worth... Read allA full length documentary film recounting the events surrounding the widely publicized and controversial raid of a Fort Worth, Texas gay bar in 2009. Following a sordid aftermath, Fort Worth would become a leader in LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) equality. However, th... Read allA full length documentary film recounting the events surrounding the widely publicized and controversial raid of a Fort Worth, Texas gay bar in 2009. Following a sordid aftermath, Fort Worth would become a leader in LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) equality. However, that journey was not smooth and without controversies. Witness history unfold as this film d... Read all
IMDb RATING
8.6/10
54
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  • Director
    • Robert L. Camina
  • Writer
    • Robert L. Camina
  • Stars
    • Meredith Baxter(voice)
    • Christopher Aller(archive footage)
    • Thomas R. Anable
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  • Director
    • Robert L. Camina
  • Writer
    • Robert L. Camina
  • Stars
    • Meredith Baxter(voice)
    • Christopher Aller(archive footage)
    • Thomas R. Anable
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    • 2User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 9 wins & 1 nomination

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    During the raid, Chad Gibson suffered injuries including abrasions, multiple skull fractures and bleeding on the brain. From documentary "Raid of the Rainbow Lounge".
    Emotional candlelight vigil outside the Rainbow Lounge in the days following the raid. From documentary "Raid of the Rainbow Lounge".
    Queer LiberAction founder Blake Wilkinson escorted out of Fort Worth City Council Chambers after heated exchange with Mayor Mike Moncrief. From documentary "Raid of the Rainbow Lounge".
    Daniel Scott Cates in Raid of the Rainbow Lounge (2012)
    July 2015 - Fort Worth Mayor pro-tem, Sal Espino issued a CITY PROCLAMATION to "RAID OF THE RAINBOW LOUNGE" on behalf of the city of Fort Worth, naming June 28, 2015: “Raid of the Rainbow Lounge Documentary Day”!
    World Premiere of "Raid of the Rainbow Lounge" - Fort Worth, Texas, March 15, 2009 Left to Right: Brian Long (Associate Producer), Meredith Baxter (Narrator), Robert L. Camina (Director, Writer, Producer)
    World Premiere of "Raid of the Rainbow Lounge" - Fort Worth, Texas, March 15, 2009

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    Meredith Baxter
    Meredith Baxter
    • Narrator
    • (voice)
    Christopher Aller
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    Thomas R. Anable
    • Self
    Joel Burns
    • Self
    Todd Camp
    • Self
    Daniel Scott Cates
    • Self
    Jason Dottley
    Jason Dottley
    • Self
    Alison Egert
    • Self
    Eric Ensminger
    • Self
    David J. Folkert
    • Self
    Chad Gibson
    Chad Gibson
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    Raymond Gill
    • Self
    Benjamin Guttery
    • Self
    Jeffrey Halstead
    • Self
    Wade Hampton
    • Self
    David Mack Henderson
    • Self
    Kenny Ivy
    • Self
    Rafael McDonnell
    • Self
    • Director
      • Robert L. Camina
    • Writer
      • Robert L. Camina
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      Raid of the Rainbow Lounge screened at 33 film festivals across the U.S., Canada and Mexico:
      • QCinema - Fort Worth's Gay and Lesbian International Film Festival - Fort Worth, TX (2012)
      • Breckenridge Festival of Film - Breckenridge, CO (2012)
      • CNKY Scene Film Festival - Cincinnati, OH (2012)
      • Out in the Desert International Film Festival - Tucson, AZ (2012)
      • Rhode Island International Film Festival - Providence, RI (2012)
      • DOCUTAH - Southern Utah International Documentary Film Festival - St. George, UT (2012)
      • North Louisiana Gay and Lesbian Film Festival - Shreveport, LA (2012) - Long Beach QFilm Festival - Long Beach, CA (2012)
      • Palm Springs Gay and Lesbian Film Festival - Palm Springs, CA
      • South Texas Underground Film Festival - Corpus Christi, TX (2012)
      • Portland Lesbian and Gay Film Festival - Portland, OR (2012)
      • Out on Film - Atlanta, GA (2012)
      • Reel Q - Pittsburgh Int'l LGBT Film Festival - Pittsburgh, PA (2012)
      • UNSPOKEN Human Rights Film Festival - Utica, NY (2012)
      • Mississippi International Film Festival - Jackson, MS (2012)
      • Indianapolis LGBT Film Festival - Indianapolis, IN (2012)
      • Teaneck International Film Festival - Teaneck, NJ (2012)
      • DocMiami International Film Festival - Miami, FL (2012)
      • Desperado LGBT Film Festival - Phoenix, AZ (2013)
      • Thin Line Film Festival - Denton, TX (2013)
      • San Antonio QFest - San Antonio, TX (2013)
      • Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival - Miami, FL (2013)
      • Out at the Movies - Winston-Salem, NC (2013)
      • GayCharlotte Film Festival - Charlotte, NC(2013)
      • FilmOut San Diego - San Diego, CA (2013)
      • Out Film CT - Hartford, CT (2013)
      • Mix Mexico - Mexico City, Mexico (2013)
      • ReelHeART International Film Festival - Toronto, Canada (2013)
      • Seattle Lesbian and Gay Film Festival - Seattle, WA (2013)
      • Louisville LGBT Film Festival - Louisville, KY(2013)
      • Vegas International Film Festival - Las Vegas, NV (2013)
      • Great Lakes International Film Festival - Eerie, PA (2013)
      • B'More QFest, a Film & Media Event - Baltimore, MD (2014)
    • Soundtracks
      Go'head! (Luv & Jeeve Rx)
      Performed by ANGELO
      Music & Lyrics by A. D'Agostino (ASORADA Publishing ASCAP.)
      Additional Production by Pan (ASCAP.)Go'head! 2010 ASORADA Publishing, A Division of ASORADA Creative LLC.

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    10/10
    Compelling reporting by a skilled documentary
    Robert Camina has produced a compelling, emotional, yet, in my opinion, an even- handed presentation of the events at the Rainbow Lounge. It is obvious that the final investigative results were not completely satisfying to the LGBT community, but I think, as a few of the interviewees stated, it was as good as they were going to get, and the task at hand was to move forward. I feel it's a tribute to Robert that he did summarize by pointing out the progress that had been made later. I'm very proud of Robert's work on this project and am honored by the strength and determination of the members of the Fort Worth LGBT community.
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    • Release date
      • March 15, 2012 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Production companies
      • Camina Entertainment
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      1 hour 43 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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