ARLINGTON, MA - Reverend Carlton Smith will take questions and be part of a discussion following a screening of THE GAY MARRIAGE THING at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church in Arlington. This event marks the first time Rev. Smith has appeared with the film which presents a balanced look at the politics, the piety, and the people embroiled in and affected by the debate over same-sex marriage. Director Stephanie Higgins and Executive Producer Lorre Fritchy will also be in attendance for the screening and discussion.
This screening comes five days before the Massachusetts legislature is scheduled to reconvene their debate over same-sex marriage. “It’s easy to ignore or become complacent about this issue when the loud voices of the media are silent,” said award-winning filmmaker and director Stephanie Higgins. “However, it’s in these times of silence that quiet conversation thrives.”
Gayle and Lorre, 30-something college sweethearts who marked their 15th anniversary a year after the Massachusetts Supreme Court ruled a ban on same-sex marriage unconstitutional, are at the heart of this documentary scrapbook. From the protests outside the Massachusetts State House, to the churches of the Rev. Rich Wiesenbach and Carlton Smith, to the historic chambers echoing with State Rep. Kathi-Anne Reinstein’s perspective, a wide range of voices swirl around Gayle and Lorre as they approach May 17, 2004, the first date same-sex couples could file for marriage licenses in Massachusetts.
“Distribution of the film has been so successful. Both educational and home audiences all over the country are watching THE GAY MARRIAGE THING. This event is a wonderful way for us to give audiences a chance to deepen their connection with the film,” Higgins said. “And it’s a great opportunity for people to meet a kind of local celebrity.”
DATE: Saturday, November 4, 2006
TIME: 7:00PM
VENUE: First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 630 Massachusetts Avenue @ Pleasant Street/Route 60 Arlington, MA 02476
Suggested donation: $5. No one turned away for lack of funds.
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First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church
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