Lesbiana: A Parallel Revolution (2012): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2012, Lesbiana: A Parallel Revolution is a documentary film directed by Myriam Fougère, running about 63 minutes.

What it’s about. A parallel revolution was born out of the feminist movement of the 1970's, coming to an end around 1995. Filmmaker Myriam Fougère takes us on a journey to meet the lesbian writers, philosophers and activists who were key players in creating a revolutionary sisterhood. From Montréal to Texas, by way of New York, Myriam encounters lesbians who chose to live only among women. This marginal yet international movement is brought to life through archival footage and photographs, and evocative interviews with these courageous women, many of whom are now in their seventies and eighties.

Who’s in it. Lesbiana: A Parallel Revolution stars Diane Heffernan as Self, Gloria Escomel as Self, Laura Yaros as Self and Lise Moisan as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Lesbiana: A Parallel Revolution has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lesbiana: A Parallel Revolution page.

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