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Queer Icon Barbara Hammer Honored in New Doc
28 Jul
Summary
- The film explores the life and work of lesbian avant-garde filmmaker Barbara Hammer.
- It won awards at Sundance and the Berlin International Film Festival.
- The documentary features Hammer's films, outtakes, and archival materials.
"Barbara Forever," directed by Brydie O'Connor, provides an in-depth exploration of the life and art of pioneering lesbian filmmaker Barbara Hammer. This documentary, which garnered awards at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival and the Berlin International Film Festival, showcases Hammer's transformative contributions to experimental cinema.
The film meticulously draws from Hammer's extensive oeuvre, including over 80 films, supplemented by previously unseen outtakes and archival footage. Extensive audio interviews and unreleased materials are woven together, allowing Hammer's distinctive voice and visual style to powerfully resonate.
"Barbara Forever" is scheduled for release in September 2026, with screenings planned in New York on September 4, Los Angeles on September 11, and San Francisco on September 18. The film is produced by Space Time Films and Killer Films, with notable executive producers including Kristen Stewart and Christine Vachon.
