The Chester County History Center will host its second annual RUSTIN: DAY OF FILM in honor of Bayard Rustin and in celebration of the stories and storytellers that elevate the African American and LGBTQ+ experiences.
The History Center will welcome guests to a 90-minute block of short films curated by our partners at the West Chester Film Festival and followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Frederick Taylor.
June is a special month to celebrate the powerful story of Bayard Rustin, the West Chester native and openly gay Black civil rights leader who dedicated his life to a quest for racial equality, and who serves as the inspiration for this Day of Film.
SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2025
6:00 PM
CHESTER COUNTY HISTORY CENTER
2025 RUSTIN: DAY OF FILM MOVIE LINE-UP
The story of Philadelphia native Terrance Lewis, who served 21 years in prison for a murder he did not commit . When a prison guard is murdered on the job, his replacement and an inmate form an unlikely relationship with life-altering ramifications. This film is based on a true story.
Twenty-something New Yorker Grace frequently lies about being a lesbian to deflect catcalls or unwanted pickup lines. But when a man at a bar doesn’t believe her, she has to pretend to date a random customer, one she might actually develop feelings for.
A Vietnam War Veteran tries to overcome his past and current trauma, utilizing paint to cope with his post-war mental disability.
Explore the untold story of legendary, weekend-long parties that saw hundreds of transgender women and self-identified crossdressers take over the town, traveling from all over the country to meet other people like them.
Frederick asks if this time is the beginning of the rest of his life. Could this time be the best thing that ever happened? Or will history just repeat itself? Who has pre-existing freedom? Who is freedom really for in America the Beautiful?
A fresh, off-beat dramedy that follows a passionate mental health worker as she struggles to balance her uniquely challenging job with keeping a promise to her daughter. Inspired by the writer/director’s experience as a former mental health professional.
Precocious Emily kisses another girl, and the Grand High Council of Fairy Tale Rules and Standards tries to guide her down the right path. With help from Hammond, Emmy learns that she never has to apologize for being different.
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