Lesbian Custody · 2025
Lesbian Custody (2025) is a Documentary film directed by Samuael Topiary, starring Frances Reid, Julie Stevens.
Documentary
Overview
A video essay about the personal and political context of a landmark lesbian feminist documentary film from 1977 called "In the Best Interests of the Children" about lesbian mothers fighting to regain custody of their children in the 1970s. As a nearly forgotten period of LGBTQ+ history, this documentary short introduces us to now retired filmmaker Frances Reid (award winning cinematographer and director) and her “step-daughter” Julie Stevens while they look through the film’s archives, discuss the making of the film and their personal relationship.
Cast
Frances Reid, Julie Stevens
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What is "Lesbian Custody" about?
A video essay about the personal and political context of a landmark lesbian feminist documentary film from 1977 called "In the Best Interests of the Children" about lesbian mothers fighting to regain custody of their children in the 1970s. As a nearly forgotten period of LGBTQ+ history, this documentary short introduces us to now retired filmmaker Frances Reid (award winning cinematographer and director) and her “step-daughter” Julie Stevens while they look through the film’s archives, discuss the making of the film and their personal relationship.
When was "Lesbian Custody" released?
Lesbian Custody was released in 2025.
Who stars in "Lesbian Custody"?
The cast includes Frances Reid, Julie Stevens.
