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Voices from the Lesbian & Gay
Middle Eastern Community
in the United States

I Exist is a 56-minute documentary exploring individual journeys of Lesbian and Gay people of Middle Eastern cultures living in the United States.

The cultural and religious challenges that many Lesbian and Gay Middle Eastern people endure are unparalleled. This documentary shows the journey many take in learning how to join both their cultural heritage and sexual identity.

Even with these challenges, stories of hope emerge and show that a family's love can always win over hatred and ignorance

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Study Guide for I Exist is currently in production.

Awards & Honors

Best Documentary
2003 New York Lesbian & Gay Film Festival

Best Documentary (Audience Award)
2003 Turin (Italy) International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival

Honorable Mention (Ragazzi Prize - Juried Award)
2003 Turin (Italy) International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival

Screening Honoree
2003 Reel Pride Lesbian & Gay Film Festival, Detroit
(World Premiere)

Screening Honoree
2002 San Francisco Lesbian & Gay International Film Festival
(Sneak preview screening)

Screening Honoree
Boston Gay & Lesbian Film Festival
May 17th

Screening Honoree
InsideOut Toronto Gay & Lesbian Film Festival
May 24th