Check It A Gang of LGBT Youth in Washington D.C.
This film festival favorite follows a group of African-American gay and transgender youth in one of Washington D.C.'s most violent neighborhoods. After being subjected to constant torment and assault, the group formed their own gang for camaraderie and protection.
Official Selection at the Tribeca Film Festival, Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival, and the San Francisco International Film Festival.
"CHECK IT is a powerful and electrifying film, full of characters who exude wisdom, authenticity, and bravado. Their lives beg telling, but this is only half the story." - Jude Dry, indieWire
"CHECK IT is a fascinating and comprehensive ethnographic portrait of inner-city youth that may inspire conversation and action without offering easy answers or artificial sentiments." - John Fink, The Film Stage
Running Time
92 mins
Year
2017
Kanopy ID
3478305
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Comments (2)
Loved it. A terrific documentary. These kids refuse to be victims. Hey folks we have to bear witness; these are human beings and deserve to have the rest of us pay attention even though we might not accept or appreciate their struggle. Good for Stanley Tucci and Steven Buscemi for backing ...Read more
Loved it. A terrific documentary. These kids refuse to be victims. Hey folks we have to bear witness; these are human beings and deserve to have the rest of us pay attention even though we might not accept or appreciate their struggle. Good for Stanley Tucci and Steven Buscemi for backing this project.
Read lessI was interesting in this film b/c I live in the DC area. I don't recommend it. With the exception of two people, everyone is unbearable to listen to.