CinemaOSMovie · 1976 · 1h 25m

Blackstar: Autobiography of a Close Friend

100%(1)IMDbDocumentary

In this experimental, self-ethnographic documentary, Tom Joslin blends breathtaking, moving snapshots from the natural world, filmic cultural touchstones, and cutting (pseudo) cinéma vérité to dissect and reassemble his gay identity despite constant warnings to stay in the closet. Blackstar sees Joslin and partner Mark Massi fleshing out their enduring commitment and obvious love for one another amidst the insecurity that a self-conscious documentary lens instills. As interviews with Joslin’s mother, father, and brothers attempt to break down the legitimacy of Joslin and Massi’s romance, the pair use everything at their disposal, including inspiration from gay revolutionaries and painfully honest conversations, to hold up their ​“abnormality” as a point of pride rather than shame. – Shayna Warner

Directed byTom Joslin

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 25m
Language
EN
Released
February 11, 1976
Studios
Alchemedia

Featuring

Cast & crew

7 credited
Starring
Tom Joslin

Tom Joslin

Mark Massi

Mark Massi

Mary Joslin

Mary Joslin

Charles Joslin

Charles Joslin

Whitey Joslin

David Macaulay

David Macaulay

Dave Joslin

Creative team
Directed by
Tom Joslin
Tom Joslin

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