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In My Shoes was named the #2 Must-Have film from Frameline for 2007!
With 9 other outstanding films distributed by Frameline, the COLAGE produced film was recognized as one of the 10 best-selling LGBT films for the year!

A brand new youth-produced documentary film by and about children of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender parents!

Synopsis:

In a time when LGBT families are debated and attacked in the media, courts and Congress, from school houses to state houses across the country, five young people give you a chance to walk in their shoes – to hear their own views on marriage, making change, and what it means to be a family.

About the project:

This 31-minute documentary film was directed by Jen Gilomen and produced by the COLAGE Youth Leadership and Action Program during a 10-month activism training program in San Francisco, CA. In My Shoes is an excellent tool for raising awareness and making the case for same-sex marriage in schools, community centers, churches, legislative offices and more. This film debuted on June 16, 2005 at a world premiere event in San Francisco and at the 2005 Framline Film Festival, where it earned the Audience Award for Best Short. Order your copy today >

Quotes from audience members:

• From a parent: "It's not just a youth film; it's a GOOD film."
• From a middle school teacher: "This is the most poignant and compelling argument for gay marriage I've ever seen!"
• From a 12-yr old son to his lesbian mom:"Did you hear what that boy [in the film] said? That's how I feel!"
• From an 17-year-old boy who has no LGBT family or friends: "I felt like I got to be a part of their families for a little while, to see what it's like."
• From a reform Rabbi: "Wow! That 16-yr-old girl [in the film] just went off on her county supervisor. She's articulate and she's got chutzpah!"

Download the Press Kit (PDF)