Tribeca Documentary Highlights Andy Milligan’s Queer Cinema Impact

A new documentary titled "The Degenerate: The Life & Films of Andy Milligan" premieres at the Tribeca Film Festival, exploring the low-budget, provocative films and complex legacy of the cult filmmaker known for his transgressive outsider art. In Bristol, performer Tom Marshman brings attention to the historical impact of Section 28, a law that banned the promotion of homosexuality in schools, through his show "Section 28 and Me," reflecting on queer invisibility and community stories during that era. Meanwhile, the queer creative community is actively engaging through events like the queer filmmaker mixer at Bush Dyke Bar, fostering connection and collaboration among LGBTQ+ artists. Actor and art collector Russell Tovey highlights the importance of queer representation in art, crediting it for providing strength in his coming out journey and amplifying queer voices; he also produced a documentary on the influential queer poet David Robilliard. Together, these developments underscore ongoing efforts to preserve queer history, promote queer artistry, and build supportive spaces within the community.