The Freedom To Marry
Directed by Eddie Rosenstein
US, 2016, 86 min, in English
The epic, nail-biting, untold story of how same-sex marriage became law of the land. THE FREEDOM TO MARRY follows Evan Wolfson, the architect the movement, civil rights attorney Mary Bonauto and their key colleagues on this decades long battle, culminating in a dramatic fight at the United States Supreme Court. More than the saga of one movement's history, this is an inspiring tale of how regular people can actually win - and how activists can effectively change the minds and laws of the nation.
“A blueprint for the continuing civil rights challenges of our time.”
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Village VoiceA blueprint for the continuing civil rights challenges of our time.
La TimesIn a political climate in which all things progressive are at risk, the film is reminder of the long and difficult work that victory took as well as a notification that no triumph can be taken for granted.
Santa Fe New MexicanIt's a moving, engaging, heartfelt look at ending an arbitrary system whose only purpose is to deny equal standing.
Film Journal InternationalA loving, elegantly crafted and spirited doc about this tireless crusader for queer rights.
The Daily BeastAn excellent glimpse into the home stretch of a campaign.
Wcbe - ColumbusYou will delight in the doc craftmanship.
Entertainment WeeklyA shrewd and frequently moving testament to the true nature of change.
Cinema 365Shows an amazing journey of how a small activist group won the hearts and minds of the American people.
Long Island PressA powerful, moving documentary.
Movie BloggerThe film is an extraordinary look at a vital part of Civil Rights history.
San Francisco Bay TimesForceful and moving.
Pittsburgh Post-GazetteExhilarating.
Philadelphia Gay NewsInspirational.
Daily ReportKeeps you on the edge of your seat.
Boston GlobeThoroughly moving and inspiring.
Savannah Morning NewsThrilling.
Edge Media NetworkMomentous.
TowelroadIntimate. Delves into the masterminds behind one of the greatest civil rights movements of this generation.