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Sanctuary explores queer spirituality and utopian sexualities through the figure of Purusha Androgyne Larkin (1934–1988), a monk, pioneering gay filmmaker, and self-proclaimed cosmic-erotic mystic. Larkin’s 1981 book, 'The Divine Androgyne According to Purusha', challenged repression with a spiritual vision rooted in eroticism and presented a radical path to cosmic-erotic consciousness through ‘extreme’ forms of sexual pleasure. Sanctuary explores Larkin's attempt to form a utopian, pleasure-based spiritual community, and considers the complex legacies of his ideas in queer culture. Shot on 16mm, the film weaves together the voices of Larkin’s friends and followers, creating a portrait in absentia of a figure ahead of his time.
Whatever happened to Wohler Beach? Oral histories and spectral pornography resurrect memories of a once legendary gay beach.
The rise and fall of homegrown gay porn studio Palm Drive Video. An exploration of how a devoted couple helped battle a devastating health crisis by promoting kinky sex.
A documentary that explores the life and work of gay George Dureau, an iconic painter and photographer whose art captured the vibrant, diverse spirit of New Orleans. Known for his evocative portraits of marginalized communities, including Black, disabled, and LGBTQ+ subjects, Dureau challenged conventional notions of beauty and celebrated the human form in all its complexity. The film delves into his creative process, his deep connection to the city, and his lasting impact on the art world. Featuring interviews with those who knew him best, George Dureau: New Orleans Artist is a tribute to a visionary whose legacy continues to inspire.
