This event is in the past.It took place on March 22, 2026 at Maysles Documentary Center.


Step into a time capsule of trans history through four rarely seen documentaries from 1968 to 1972. This program captures intimate moments of activism and everyday life, including an on-camera interview with legendary activist Sylvia Rivera.
Archival documentary
LGBTQ+ history
Intimate screening
Tips
🎬Sylvia Rivera appears in Susan Milano's 1971 film
🍿small theatre, great for post-film discussion
⏱️53 minute total runtime
Portraits of Trans Lives c. 1970


Step into a time capsule of trans history through four rarely seen documentaries from 1968 to 1972. This program captures intimate moments of activism and everyday life, including an on-camera interview with legendary activist Sylvia Rivera.
Archival documentary
LGBTQ+ history
Intimate screening
Tips
🎬Sylvia Rivera appears in Susan Milano's 1971 film
🍿small theatre, great for post-film discussion
⏱️53 minute total runtime
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