Love Is Love: Lesbians (1966): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1966, Love Is Love: Lesbians is a documentary film directed by Peter Westerway, running about 28 minutes.

What it’s about. The groundbreaking Australian documentary on lesbians, presented by Anne Deveson, first broadcast in February 1966. Amongst those interviewed are Dawn O'Donnell (off camera at the beginning of the documentary) and psychiatrist Dr Neil McConaghy (the Australian 'expert' in aversion therapy). Some women are interviewed in shadow or close-up to disguise their identity. Women speak about being discriminated when applying for jobs against because of their sexuality. Dr Neil McConarghy is interviewed about his shock therapy work to change sexual orientation. Surprisingly Dr McConarghy says that homosexuality might be of benefit to society as creative traits or traits of non-conformity might give society as a whole the ability to survive.

Who’s in it. Love Is Love: Lesbians stars Dawn O'Donnell and Neil McConaghy.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Love Is Love: Lesbians has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Love Is Love: Lesbians page.

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