Gay and Lesbian Film Festival Presents Two Gender-Themed Films

Ingersoll Gender Co-Presents two Trans-themed films at the upcoming Gay and Lesbian Film Festival 2012, both at NW Film Forum on 12th Ave in Capitol Hill.Facing MirrorsMonday, October 15, 9:30Northwest Film ForumThe first narrative film from Iran to feature a transgender main character, FACING MIRRORS is a story of an unlikely and daring friendship that develops despite daunting social norms and traditional beliefs. Rana drives a cab to make a living and pay off the debt that keeps her husband in prison. By chance, she picks up Eddie, who’s on the run and desperately awaiting the passport he needs to leave the country. When the religious and inexperienced Rana learns that her wealthy passenger is FTM, conflicts arise, but could they eventually help each other out of their dire situations?ASL Interpreting before subtitled filmI Stand CorrectedWednesday, October 17, 7:30Northwest Film ForumThe world of jazz musicians has typically been a boys’ club, with homophobic attitudes a given. So what happens when a transwoman breaks in? Jazz bassist John Leitham had established himself as one of the top stand-up virtuosos in the business, handpicked to accompany luminaries like Woody Herman and Mel TormÉ. But Leitham kept a secret from these colleagues: living as John on the road, but Jennifer at home. This compelling documentary reveals how Jennifer Leitham’s bandmates handled her transition (Doc Severinsen most touchingly) and how her career survived the journey, proving that one can find allies in the unlikeliest of places.Guests in attendanceCopresented by Ingersoll Gender Center