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Ahead of the Curve

  • 2020
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
199
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Franco Stevens in Ahead of the Curve (2020)
With a lucky run at the track and chutzpah for days, Franco Stevens launched Curve, the best-selling lesbian magazine ever published. When Franco learns that Curve is failing, she turns to todays queer activists to determine her path forward.
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AHEAD OF THE CURVE chronicles the outrageous adventures of Franco Stevens, the woman who started the most successful lesbian magazine in the world in the '90s, and her journey to understand ... Read allAHEAD OF THE CURVE chronicles the outrageous adventures of Franco Stevens, the woman who started the most successful lesbian magazine in the world in the '90s, and her journey to understand what queer women need today.AHEAD OF THE CURVE chronicles the outrageous adventures of Franco Stevens, the woman who started the most successful lesbian magazine in the world in the '90s, and her journey to understand what queer women need today.

  • Directors
    • Jen Rainin
    • Rivkah Beth Medow
  • Stars
    • Franco Stevens
    • Melissa Etheridge
    • Jewelle Gomez
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.1/10
    199
    YOUR RATING
    • Directors
      • Jen Rainin
      • Rivkah Beth Medow
    • Stars
      • Franco Stevens
      • Melissa Etheridge
      • Jewelle Gomez
    • 14User reviews
    • 15Critic reviews
    • 62Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 6 wins & 1 nomination total

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    Franco Stevens
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    Melissa Etheridge
    Melissa Etheridge
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    Jewelle Gomez
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    Lea DeLaria
    Lea DeLaria
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    Kate Kendell
    • Self
    Andrea Pino
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    Kim Katrin Milan
    • Self
    Denice Frohman
    • Self
    Amber Hikes
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    Emily Merel
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    • Directors
      • Jen Rainin
      • Rivkah Beth Medow
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    10julianastiago

    A powerful Story

    I definitely recommend this documentary to everyone. It's a story about the power of a community and the importance of coming together and fight for our rights and goals.
    10heathergenschmer

    Must watch film

    Truly inspirational story of how one person can make a difference for an entire community and movement. Inspirational, poignant, and hopeful!
    10lex-07302

    A great film for pride month and every other month!

    This documentary is a heartwarming glimpse into the pages of queer herstory. A must-watch for queers, dykes, lesbians, and our allies! I loved getting CURVE magazines growing up, and now I know the inspirational story behind its creation. #VisibilityMatters.
    9sarah-M13

    Fills you with love and life

    This film is a pure celebration of life. Franco Stevens realised that there wasn't a publication proudly supporting the lives of lesbians across the US and she did something about it. In the face of constant setbacks, she knew that a community needed to be created across the country.

    Some might say that a magazine can't change the world, but when you hear the personal testimony of readers in the film, you can see how much this publication meant to them. It was a powerful reminder of how hostile the environment was 30 years ago, and how far the LGBTQ+ community has come in terms of representation and acceptance.

    Highly recommended for those in the LGBTQ+/queer community, but more importantly those who want to learn more about the history of the space, and the work that still needs to be done to create an equal world for all.
    10fp-49966

    A must see for those who champion equality, equity and inclusion.

    A thoughtful glimpse into lesbian culture, informed by the story of Curve Magazine's pioneering publisher, Franco Stevens. A must see for those who champion equality, equity and inclusion .

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      Franco Stevens: I hope Catherine Deneuve wakes up with cockroaches in her underpants.

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    • Release date
      • May 28, 2021 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • 引領風騷:回顧 Curve 雜誌三十年
    • Filming locations
      • San Francisco, California, USA
    • Production company
      • Frankly Speaking Films
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 38m(98 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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