The Out of the Closet and Onto the Screen film series will offer a screening of Call Me Troy, a film about Reverend Troy Perry, founder of the Metropolitan Community Church. The screening, which is free and open to the public, will be held on Thursday, January 22, at 7:00 p.m. in Textor 102.
Reverend Perry established the Metropolitan Community Church, one of the first churches to recognize the spiritual needs of the LGBT community. The film chronicles his quest to provide a place for all people, gay and straight, to worship side by side; as well as his life of service in public office, activism and advocacy.
Perry was also the first openly gay person to serve on the Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations. In 1969, Perry performed the first public same-sex wedding in the U.S., in 1970 he filed the first-ever lawsuit seeking legal recognition for such marriages and he was instrumental in turning back the wave of intolerance that swept the nation in 1977, beginning with Anita Bryant's Save the Children campaign. From presidential adviser to outspoken advocate, Perry has been on the front lines leading the charge for equal rights and protections for gay men and lesbians the world over.
Documenting four decades of unwavering service, this film is a nostalgic reminder of where we come from for some, and an astounding story of our roots for others.
About the Film Series
Sponsored by the Ithaca College Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Education, Outreach, and Services, the film series this year will explore sexual orientation and identity through the lens of faith. For a complete schedule, visit the "Events" section of the LGBT Center website (www.ithaca.edu/lgbt) or contact the LGBT Center for a film series postcard.
Upcoming Screenings
Thursday, January 29: Anyone and Everyone
Monday, February 2: All God's Children
Thursday, February 12: Saint of 9/11
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