Acceptable Face (2019)

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An animated discussion about the ‘ideal’ respectable queer person. How would they look, act, and let people know that they’re not “that kind of gay”? Based on a series of interviews with LGBTQ+ people, this experimental charcoal animation explores the pressure to be a ‘good example’, and the joy of refusing to conform.

Director: Holly Summerson
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 6 min
Release Date:
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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What is Acceptable Face about?
An animated discussion about the ‘ideal’ respectable queer person. How would they look, act, and let people know that they’re not “that kind of gay”? Based on a series of interviews with LGBTQ+ people, this experimental charcoal animation explores the pressure to be a ‘good example’, and the joy of refusing to conform.
Who directed Acceptable Face?
Acceptable Face was directed by Holly Summerson.
How long is Acceptable Face?
Acceptable Face has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
What genre is Acceptable Face?
Acceptable Face is a Animation film.
Where was Acceptable Face produced?
Acceptable Face was produced in United Kingdom.