10.0Blackstar: Autobiography of a Close Friend · 1976
Blackstar: Autobiography of a Close Friend (1976) is a Documentary film directed by Tom Joslin, starring Tom Joslin, Mark Massi, Mary Joslin.
Documentary
10.0Overview
In this experimental, self-ethnographic documentary, Tom Joslin blends breathtaking, moving snapshots from the natural world, filmic cultural touchstones, and cutting (pseudo) cinéma vérité to dissect and reassemble his gay identity despite constant warnings to stay in the closet. Blackstar sees Joslin and partner Mark Massi fleshing out their enduring commitment and obvious love for one another amidst the insecurity that a self-conscious documentary lens instills. As interviews with Joslin’s mother, father, and brothers attempt to break down the legitimacy of Joslin and Massi’s romance, the pair use everything at their disposal, including inspiration from gay revolutionaries and painfully honest conversations, to hold up their “abnormality” as a point of pride rather than shame. – Shayna Warner
Cast
Tom Joslin, Mark Massi, Mary Joslin, Charles Joslin, Whitey Joslin, David Macaulay, Dave Joslin
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What is "Blackstar: Autobiography of a Close Friend" about?
In this experimental, self-ethnographic documentary, Tom Joslin blends breathtaking, moving snapshots from the natural world, filmic cultural touchstones, and cutting (pseudo) cinéma vérité to dissect and reassemble his gay identity despite constant warnings to stay in the closet. Blackstar sees Joslin and partner Mark Massi fleshing out their enduring commitment and obvious love for one another amidst the insecurity that a self-conscious documentary lens instills. As interviews with Joslin’s mother, father, and brothers attempt to break down the legitimacy of Joslin and Massi’s romance, the pair use everything at their disposal, including inspiration from gay revolutionaries and painfully honest conversations, to hold up their “abnormality” as a point of pride rather than shame. – Shayna Warner
When was "Blackstar: Autobiography of a Close Friend" released?
Blackstar: Autobiography of a Close Friend was released in 1976.
Who stars in "Blackstar: Autobiography of a Close Friend"?
The cast includes Tom Joslin, Mark Massi, Mary Joslin, Charles Joslin.
