Documentary

Tongues Untied

Marlon Riggs · 1989

United States · en

• identity
• history
• activism

Marlon Riggs's 1989 documentary, "Tongues Untied", is a powerful exploration of the lives of Black gay men in the United States. Through a blend of personal testimonies, poetry, and performance, the film confronts the silence and social invisibility faced by this community. It delves into themes of male homosexuality, the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, the impact of HIV/AIDS, and the affirmation of black gay pride. Featuring prominent figures such as Essex Hemphill, this essay film offers an intimate and vital perspective on intersectional identity and the struggle for recognition and self-acceptance within a broader queer context.